Train from Liverpool to Sheffield: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Liverpool to Sheffield on January 16
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
East Midlands RailwayTrain
Liverpool Lime Street
SheffieldNo tags
East Midlands RailwayTrain
Liverpool South Parkway
SheffieldNo tags
Transpennine ExpressTrain
Liverpool Lime Street
SheffieldNo tags
Transpennine ExpressTrain
Liverpool South Parkway
SheffieldNo tags
East Midlands RailwayTrain
Liverpool Lime Street
SheffieldNo tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Liverpool to Sheffield

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as the good way to reach Sheffield. The journey takes about 5 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
5h 20mAverage Duration
65 milesDistance
3kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$15 - $71Average Duration5h 20m
3kg CO₂e
Average Price$8 - $15,031Average Duration1h 42m
2kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Liverpool to Sheffield by train

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

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

    The cheapest train tickets from Liverpool to Sheffield start from $8. The average price for this train route is around $46. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train ride duration from Liverpool to Sheffield is 1h 42m, covering a distance of 59 miles (95 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 30m and is operated by East Midlands Railway.

  3. Which train operators service the Liverpool to Sheffield route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 18 trains available per day, including services from Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Northern.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Liverpool to Sheffield?

    The earliest train departs from Liverpool to Sheffield at 7:19am. And the latest train departs at 11:30pm.

  5. What is the best train operator from Liverpool to Sheffield?

    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.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Liverpool to Sheffield?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator East Midlands Railway has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most timely service from Liverpool to Sheffield?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is East Midlands Railway, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Liverpool to Sheffield?

    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
01/14
$29
01/15
$29
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01/17
$15
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01/19
$15
01/20
$8
01/21
$15
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Liverpool to Sheffield was searched and found on Jan 20, 2026 with a price of $8

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

You can expect to pay from $8 to $14,300 for a train ticket from Liverpool to Sheffield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $8 which is on 2026-01-20.

Usually East Midlands Railway, 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.

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