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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield to Manchester Airport
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$15
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$40
Fastest journey on Sep 20
1 h 24 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
1 h 24 m
Trains on Sep 20
37
Distance
54 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield to Manchester 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 Manchester Airport will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
It's difficult to get from Sheffield to Manchester Airport without transferring at least once.
P28307 · G898965:14 PM2h00Sheffield station (SHF)7:14 PMManchester Airport (MIA)$151One-way1 transfer
W84722 · C246347:11 PM2h09Sheffield station (SHF)9:20 PMManchester Airport (MIA)$191One-way1 transfer- W84716 · C246286:11 PM2h10Sheffield station (SHF)8:21 PMManchester Airport (MIA)$221One-way1 transfer
- W84696 · G160213:11 PM2h11Sheffield station (SHF)5:22 PMManchester Airport (MIA)$231One-way1 transfer
- W84703 · W849174:11 PM1h31Sheffield station (SHF)5:42 PMManchester Airport (MIA)$231One-way1 transfer
- W84684+G898441:11 PM1h24Sheffield station (SHF)2:35 PMManchester Airport (MIA)$601One-way1 transfer
- W84696+G898513:11 PM1h24Sheffield station (SHF)4:35 PMManchester Airport (MIA)$601One-way1 transfer
- W84710+G898585:11 PM1h24Sheffield station (SHF)6:35 PMManchester Airport (MIA)$251One-way1 transfer
- W84722+G898647:11 PM1h24Sheffield station (SHF)8:35 PMManchester Airport (MIA)$241One-way1 transfer
- W84716+G898626:11 PM1h24Sheffield station (SHF)7:35 PMManchester Airport (MIA)$601One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Sheffield to Manchester Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Manchester Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 48m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, while a train costs an average of $27.
Distance: 33 miles (54 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$27 Average price | $19 Average price Cheapest | $16 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 48m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 23m Average total duration 2h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 32m 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 Manchester Airport:
A bus is $8 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sheffield to Manchester Airport costing on average $27 (€22).
Other travel options to Manchester Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 53m.
You'll arrive about 14m sooner (1h 18m by train vs 1h 32m by car). Tickets start at around $27 (€22) compared to roughly $16 (€13) 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.
Direct services run with Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express.
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 Manchester Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Manchester Airport trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C24365 | On time 3:55 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h34 | 5:29 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W84642+G89816 | On time 5:08 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h23 | 6:31 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
| W84642 · N60914 | On time 5:08 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h00 | 8:08 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
| W84647+G89820 | On time 6:09 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h27 | 7:36 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
 C04437+G89822 | On time 6:19 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h41 | 8:00 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
| W84650+G89824 | On time 7:08 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h28 | 8:36 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
| W84655+G89828 | 8:08 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h28 | 9:36 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
| P24780 · G89831 | 8:15 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h45 | 10:00 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
| C04445+G89831 | 8:44 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h16 | 10:00 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
| W84662+G89833 | 9:11 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h25 | 10:36 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
| P24793 · G89836 | 9:14 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h46 | 11:00 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
| C04448+G89836 | On time 9:43 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h17 | 11:00 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
| W84668+G89839 | 10:11 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h25 | 11:36 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
| C04451+G89843 | 10:43 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h17 | 12:00 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
| W84674+G89847 | 11:11 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h25 | 12:36 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
| C04454+G89850 | 11:43 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h17 | 1:00 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
| W84679+G89854 | 12:11 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h25 | 1:36 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
| P28270 · G89857 | 12:14 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h46 | 2:00 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
| C04457+G89857 | 12:43 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h17 | 2:00 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
| W84685+G89861 | 1:11 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h25 | 2:36 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
| P28281 · G89863 | 1:14 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h46 | 3:00 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
| C04459+G89863 | 1:43 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h17 | 3:00 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Manchester Airport
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Trains from Sheffield to Manchester Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 02:36, the last at 22:28. The fastest train covers the 33 miles (54 km) distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 33 miles (54 km) |
Average train duration 1h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€6) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 1h 0m |
First train 2:36 AM |
Last train 10:28 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail from Sheffield to Manchester Airport trainsTranspennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail trains will get you between Sheffield and Manchester Airport from $7 (€6). 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 Manchester Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield to Manchester 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 Manchester Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Sheffield to Manchester Airport
Most Sheffield to Manchester Airport trains use the Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly station pair. Use this guide to compare Sheffield and Manchester Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Sheffield from Sheffield city centre
Sheffield train station facilities and services
Sheffield has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sheffield.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Sheffield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sheffield. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sheffield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sheffield: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sheffield: 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.
Getting to Meadowhall from Sheffield city centre
Meadowhall is 5 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:
Meadowhall train station facilities and services
Meadowhall has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Meadowhall.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Meadowhall: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Meadowhall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Meadowhall: 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.
Getting to Woodhouse from Sheffield city centre
Woodhouse is 7 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:
Woodhouse train station facilities and services
Woodhouse has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Woodhouse.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Woodhouse: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Woodhouse: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Woodhouse: 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.
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