Next departures for Sheffield to Manchester on November 30
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Manchester Piccadilly
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Manchester Piccadilly
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Manchester Piccadilly
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Manchester Piccadilly
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Next departures for Sheffield to Manchester on December 4
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Manchester Piccadilly
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Manchester Piccadilly
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Next departures for Sheffield to Manchester on December 5
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Manchester Piccadilly
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Next departures for Sheffield to Manchester on December 6
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Manchester Piccadilly
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Compare 3 ways to go from Sheffield to Manchester
We recommend carpooling
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 1 hour, and with fares starting at just $9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Based on 26 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the cleanliness but often complained with the WiFi. Northern ticket prices on this trip start at $9
Based on 21 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the timeliness. Transpennine Express ticket prices on this trip start at $14
Based on 24 reviews, the company was rated 4.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the value for money. East Midlands Railway ticket prices on this trip start at $20
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sheffield to Manchester by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Sheffield to Manchester?
The cheapest train tickets from Sheffield to Manchester start at $9. The average price for this train route is around $30. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Sheffield to Manchester?
The average train trip from Sheffield to Manchester takes 58m and covers 53 km. The quickest train gets you there in 50m and is operated by Transpennine Express.
Which train operators serve the Sheffield to Manchester route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Sheffield to Manchester?
The earliest train from Sheffield to Manchester departs at 7:06am. The latest train departs at 11:28pm.
What is the best train operator from Sheffield to Manchester?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is East Midlands Railway, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 24 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Sheffield to Manchester?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator East Midlands Railway has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Sheffield to Manchester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is East Midlands Railway, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Sheffield to Manchester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Northern, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11-28
$18
11-29
$24
Today
$33
12-01
$24
12-02
$21
12-03
$21
12-04
$24
12-05
$21
The cheapest trip from Sheffield to Manchester was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $18
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Sheffield to Manchester, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $18 to $105 for a train ticket from Sheffield to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $21 which is on 2025-12-02.
Usually Transpennine Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.