Train from Birmingham to Sheffield: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Birmingham to Sheffield on 13 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
CrossCountryTrain
Birmingham New Street
SheffieldCheapest
CrossCountryTrain
Birmingham New Street
SheffieldFastest
CrossCountryTrain
Birmingham New Street
SheffieldNo tags
CrossCountryTrain
Birmingham New Street
SheffieldNo tags
CrossCountryTrain
Birmingham New Street
SheffieldNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:41 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Birmingham to Sheffield

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Sheffield. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 163, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
1h 50mAverage duration
104 kmDistance
4kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 167 - R 1 130Average duration2h 20m
3kg CO₂e
Average priceR 276 - R 3 779Average duration1h 15m
3kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceR 163 - R 293Average duration1h 50m
4kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Birmingham to Sheffield by train

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from Birmingham to Sheffield?

    The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Sheffield start from R 276. The average price for this train route is around R 747. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Birmingham to Sheffield?

    The average train journey time from Birmingham to Sheffield is 1h 15m, covering a distance of 105 km. The quickest train can get you there in 59m and is operated by CrossCountry.

  3. Which train operators serve the Birmingham to Sheffield route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 8 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Birmingham to Sheffield?

    The earliest train from Birmingham to Sheffield departs at 07:03. And the latest train departs at 21:03.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
10/12
R 934
11/12
R 939
Today
R 624
13/12
R 721
14/12
R 631
15/12
R 624
16/12
R 631
17/12
R 631
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Birmingham to Sheffield was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of R 624

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

You can expect to pay from R 624 to R 3 613 for a train ticket from Birmingham to Sheffield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 624, which is on 2025-12-15.

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