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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield to Birmingham International Airport
Cheapest price
$32
Average price
$49
Fastest journey
1 h 25 m
Average duration
1 h 37 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
105 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield to Birmingham International Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Birmingham International Airport will cost around $49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
Of the 5 trains that leave Sheffield for Birmingham International Airport on Mon, Jun 22, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 105 km distance in an average of 1 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 1 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
7:56 AM1h36Sheffield9:32 AMBirmingham International Airport$321One-way0 transfers- 7:23 AM1h33Sheffield8:56 AMBirmingham International Airport$461One-way0 transfers
- 10:26 AM1h25Sheffield11:51 AMBirmingham International Airport$551One-way0 transfers
- 10:00 AM1h45Sheffield11:45 AMBirmingham International Airport$561One-way0 transfers
- 9:00 AM1h45Sheffield10:45 AMBirmingham International Airport$571One-way0 transfers
- 10:26 AM1h25Sheffield11:51 AMBirmingham International Airport$551One-way0 transfers
- 7:23 AM1h33Sheffield8:56 AMBirmingham International Airport$461One-way0 transfers
- 7:56 AM1h36Sheffield9:32 AMBirmingham International Airport$321One-way0 transfers
- 10:00 AM1h45Sheffield11:45 AMBirmingham International Airport$561One-way0 transfers
- 9:00 AM1h45Sheffield10:45 AMBirmingham International Airport$571One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Sheffield to Birmingham International Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Birmingham International Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a train costs an average of $23.
Distance: 65 miles (105 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$55 Average price | $23 Average price Cheapest | $29 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 49m Average total duration 3h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Sheffield to Birmingham International Airport:
A bus is $32 (€26) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sheffield to Birmingham International Airport costing on average $55 (€45).
Other travel options to Birmingham International Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 19m.
You'll arrive about 11m sooner (1h 22m by train vs 1h 33m by car). Tickets start at around $55 (€45) compared to roughly $29 (€24) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Sheffield to Birmingham International Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Birmingham International Airport trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:56 AM Sheffield | 1h49 | 10:45 AM Birmingham International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:22 AM Sheffield | 2h13 | 11:35 AM Birmingham International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Birmingham International Airport
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Trains from Sheffield to Birmingham International Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) but you can travel from only $15 (€12) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:54, the last at 11:00. The fastest train covers the 65 miles (105 km) distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 65 miles (105 km) |
Average train duration 1h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 1h 25m |
First train 6:54 AM |
Last train 11:00 AM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: CrossCountry, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country from Sheffield to Birmingham International Airport trainsCrossCountry, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Sheffield and Birmingham International Airport from $15 (€12). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Sheffield to Birmingham International Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield to Birmingham International Airport by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Birmingham International Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Sheffield to Birmingham International Airport
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WC
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Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:50 Saturday 05:00 - 22:50 Sunday 07:45 - 23:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 1, Platform 2/3, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Customer Reception upon request
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub located at station entrance (next to taxi rank). Additional stands available on Platform 6
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E5 or E6 in the Bus station.
ShoppingParkingAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:15 Saturday 06:00 - 20:15 Sunday 09:00 - 19:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Step-free access to all platforms via fairly steep ramps (up to 50m long). Please allow sufficient time for your connecting service if you are changing trains at this station
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Bus station immediately next to train station. Supertram also available, journeys include Sheffield Stadium. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Stand C3 in the Meadowhall Interchange Station
- Metro: Tram stop at station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. However no access problems for disabled or wheelchair users onto platform 1 Sheffield bound. Unfortunately no access onto platform 2 due to stepped footbridge
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up/Drop-off in the bus bays on the railway bridge.
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