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Compare 3 ways to travel from Sheffield to York
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach York. The journey takes about 1 hour 9 minutes and with fares starting at just R 114, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sheffield to York by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Sheffield to York?
The cheapest train tickets from Sheffield to York start from R 114. The average price for this train route is around R 606. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Sheffield to York?
The average train journey time from Sheffield to York is 1h 9m, covering a distance of 69 km. The quickest train can get you there in 43m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Sheffield to York route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 8 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry, Northern.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Sheffield to York?
The earliest train from Sheffield to York departs at 07:21. And the latest train departs at 20:30.
Which is the best train operator from Sheffield to York?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Sheffield to York?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Sheffield to York?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Northern, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Sheffield to York?
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.
The cheapest trip from Sheffield to York was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 197To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Sheffield to York as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 197 to R 1 172 for a train ticket from Sheffield to York based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 197, which is on 2025-12-15.
Usually CrossCountry 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.
