How to travel from Sheffield to York

There are 2 options to travel between Sheffield and York including taking a bus and train.

The cheapest way to travel from Sheffield to York is a bus with an average price of €8.

This is compared to other travel options from Sheffield to York:

A bus is €14 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sheffield to York costing on average €21.

The fastest way to travel from Sheffield to York is by train with an average journey time of 1h 26m.

Other travel options to York take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 22m.

The distance from Sheffield to York is approximately 42 miles (69 km).

The average frequency per day from Sheffield to York is:

• Around 9 buses per day.
• Around 8 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Sheffield and York as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Sheffield to York:

• Trains mostly depart from Sheffield station (SHF) and arrive in York station (YRK).
• Buses mostly depart from Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) and arrive in York, Station Rd.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Sheffield to York, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with CrossCountry, Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Cross Country, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited to go to York by train.
• Travel with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus to go to York by bus.

Yes, there are direct services available from Sheffield to York with the following travel companies:

• 5 direct trains per day with CrossCountry, Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited.
• 1 direct buses per day with National Express, FlixBus.

Omio customers who travel from Sheffield to York often also extend their vacation to go to London, Edinburgh, Manchester, Leeds, Whitby. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between York and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in York to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In York, you can explore the York Castle Museum to learn about the city's social history, walk the scenic York City Walls, and visit the York Art Gallery to see diverse art collections. A boat tour on the River Ouse offers a unique city perspective, while ghost tours delve into York's haunted past. Must-see sights include York Minster with its stunning architecture, The Shambles street, Clifford's Tower for panoramic views, Jorvik Viking Centre for Viking heritage, and the National Railway Museum with its historic trains.

For a fulfilling visit to York, plan to spend around 2 to 3 days. This allows time to explore key attractions like York Minster, the Shambles, and the city walls, while also enjoying local dining and shopping experiences.