How to travel from York to Sheffield

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Compare bus and train for York to Sheffield

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York to Sheffield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 42m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, while a train costs an average of €14.

Distance: 42 miles (69 km)

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€14

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€9

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1h 42m

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1h 12m

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2h 17m

Average total duration

1h 47m

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0.0 - 0.1kg

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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from York to Sheffield

How to get from York to Sheffield by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from York to Sheffield is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:45 PM2h00
    York, Train Station
    5:45 PMSheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
    81One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:45 PM2h00
    York, Train Station
    5:45 PMSheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
    81One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • CrossCountryW29935
    1:36 PM0h46
    York station (YRK)
    2:22 PMSheffield station (SHF)
    231One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Northern RailP28849
    1:11 PM1h24
    York station (YRK)
    2:35 PMSheffield station (SHF)
    151One-way
    0 transfers
  • CrossCountryG66824
    5:36 PM0h47
    York station (YRK)
    6:23 PMSheffield station (SHF)
    151One-way
    0 transfers
  • CrossCountryG01166
    5:42 PM1h13
    York station (YRK)
    6:55 PMSheffield station (SHF)
    181One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:00 AM2h00
    York, Train Station
    10:00 AMSheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
    81One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressYC843 · NX131
    6:24 AM3h01
    York, Station Rd
    9:25 AMSheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
    101One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressYC840 · NX131
    10:41 AM2h44
    York, Station Rd
    1:25 PMSheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
    101One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from York to Sheffield

Travel to Sheffield easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from York to Sheffield.

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There are 2 options to travel between York and Sheffield including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from York to Sheffield is a bus with an average price of €9.

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

A bus is €5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from York to Sheffield costing on average €14.

The fastest way to travel from York to Sheffield is by train with an average journey time of 1h 42m.

Other travel options to Sheffield take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 17m.

The distance from York to Sheffield is approximately 42 miles (69 km).
The average frequency per day from York to Sheffield is:
  • Around 10 trains per day.
  • Around 8 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between York and Sheffield 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 York to Sheffield:
  • Trains mostly depart from York station (YRK) and arrive in Sheffield station (SHF).
  • Buses mostly depart from York, Station Rd and arrive in Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from York to Sheffield, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus to go to Sheffield by bus.
  • Travel with CrossCountry, Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express to go to Sheffield by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from York to Sheffield with the following travel companies:
  • 5 direct trains per day with Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited.
  • 1 direct buses per day with National Express.
Omio customers who travel from York to Sheffield often also extend their vacation to go to London, Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham, Edinburgh. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Sheffield and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Sheffield to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Sheffield, you can explore the Peak District National Park for hiking and stunning landscapes, visit the Sheffield Winter Garden with its exotic plants, and enjoy art at the Graves Gallery. The Rivelin Valley Nature Trail offers a scenic walk with waterfalls and wildlife, while the Crucible Theatre hosts various performances, including the World Snooker Championship. For sightseeing, the Sheffield Botanical Gardens and Kelham Island Museum provide insights into plant diversity and steelmaking history. The Millennium Gallery showcases metalwork and contemporary art, and Sheffield Cathedral and Weston Park Museum offer rich historical experiences.
To explore Sheffield's main attractions, enjoy local cuisine, and experience cultural highlights, plan for a stay of 2 to 3 days.

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