How much does a train ticket cost from Bristol to Sheffield?

The cheapest train tickets from Bristol to Sheffield start from £66. The average price for this train route is around £159. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Bristol to Sheffield?

The average train journey time from Bristol to Sheffield is 2h 37m, covering a distance of 137 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 18m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Bristol to Sheffield route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bristol to Sheffield?

The earliest train from Bristol to Sheffield departs at 07:42. And the latest train departs at 20:41.

Train Bristol to Sheffield from £63

Next train departures

Next departures from Bristol to Sheffield on 4 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:42	Bristol Parkway	2h 37m	12:19	Sheffield	Cheapest
Train	07:42	Bristol Parkway	2h 35m	10:17	Sheffield	Fastest
Train	07:42	Bristol Parkway	2h 35m	10:17	Sheffield	No tags
Train	07:42	Bristol Parkway	2h 35m	10:17	Sheffield	No tags
Train	08:42	Bristol Parkway	2h 37m	11:19	Sheffield	No tags

Next departures from Bristol to Sheffield on 5 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:42	Bristol Parkway	2h 37m	12:19	Sheffield	Cheapest
Train	07:42	Bristol Parkway	2h 35m	10:17	Sheffield	Fastest
Train	07:42	Bristol Parkway	2h 35m	10:17	Sheffield	No tags
Train	07:42	Bristol Parkway	2h 35m	10:17	Sheffield	No tags
Train	08:42	Bristol Parkway	2h 37m	11:19	Sheffield	No tags

Next departures from Bristol to Sheffield on 6 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:42	Bristol Parkway	3h 6m	10:48	Sheffield	Cheapest
Train	18:42	Bristol Parkway	2h 51m	21:33	Sheffield	Fastest
Train	07:42	Bristol Parkway	3h 6m	10:48	Sheffield	No tags
Train	07:42	Bristol Parkway	3h 6m	10:48	Sheffield	No tags
Train	07:42	Bristol Parkway	3h 6m	10:48	Sheffield	No tags

Next departures from Bristol to Sheffield on 7 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:24	Bristol Parkway	3h 21m	12:45	Sheffield	Cheapest
Train	18:40	Bristol Parkway	2h 54m	21:34	Sheffield	Fastest
Train	09:24	Bristol Parkway	3h 21m	12:45	Sheffield	No tags
Train	09:24	Bristol Parkway	3h 21m	12:45	Sheffield	No tags
Train	09:24	Bristol Parkway	3h 21m	12:45	Sheffield	No tags

Next departures from Bristol to Sheffield on 8 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:42	Bristol Parkway	2h 37m	12:19	Sheffield	Cheapest
Train	07:42	Bristol Parkway	2h 35m	10:17	Sheffield	Fastest
Train	07:42	Bristol Parkway	2h 35m	10:17	Sheffield	No tags
Train	07:42	Bristol Parkway	2h 35m	10:17	Sheffield	No tags
Train	08:42	Bristol Parkway	2h 37m	11:19	Sheffield	No tags

Next departures from Bristol to Sheffield on 9 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:42	Bristol Parkway	2h 37m	12:19	Sheffield	Cheapest
Train	07:42	Bristol Parkway	2h 35m	10:17	Sheffield	Fastest
Train	07:42	Bristol Parkway	2h 35m	10:17	Sheffield	No tags
Train	07:42	Bristol Parkway	2h 35m	10:17	Sheffield	No tags
Train	08:42	Bristol Parkway	2h 37m	11:19	Sheffield	No tags

Next departures from Bristol to Sheffield on 10 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:42	Bristol Parkway	2h 37m	12:19	Sheffield	Cheapest
Train	07:42	Bristol Parkway	2h 35m	10:17	Sheffield	Fastest
Train	07:42	Bristol Parkway	2h 35m	10:17	Sheffield	No tags
Train	07:42	Bristol Parkway	2h 35m	10:17	Sheffield	No tags
Train	08:42	Bristol Parkway	2h 37m	11:19	Sheffield	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 20:23 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Bristol to Sheffield

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Sheffield. The journey takes about 3 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just £11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

3h 45mAverage duration

144 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£11 - £52	Average duration3h 45m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£66 - £357	Average duration2h 37m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£24 - £24	Average duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Bristol and Sheffield?

Bristol

A
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
Marlborough St, Bristol, City of Bristol BS1, UK
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B
Filton
594 Filton Ave, Bristol BS7 0QQ, UK

Sheffield

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Meadowhall Interchange
Meadowhall Road (Interchange), Sheffield S9
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Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at £66

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bristol to Sheffield by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Bristol to Sheffield?
The cheapest train tickets from Bristol to Sheffield start from £66. The average price for this train route is around £159. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Bristol to Sheffield?
The average train journey time from Bristol to Sheffield is 2h 37m, covering a distance of 137 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 18m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Bristol to Sheffield route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bristol to Sheffield?
The earliest train from Bristol to Sheffield departs at 07:42. And the latest train departs at 20:41.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

02/12

£116

03/12

£116

Today

£116

05/12

£116

06/12

£116

07/12

£116

08/12

£116

09/12

£116

The cheapest trip from Bristol to Sheffield was searched and found on 5 Dec 2025 with a price of £116

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Bristol to Sheffield as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £116 to £339 for a train ticket from Bristol to Sheffield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £116, which is on 2025-12-05.