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From Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffield, take the fastest train in 49m, typically 56m. Daily, 51 trains depart from Manchester Piccadilly, with the first at 02:44 and the last at 23:49. Check real-time updates for train times, delays, and cancellations. TrainPal saves you time, effort, and money.
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| Departs | Arrives | Status | Duration | Operator | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
02:44 Manchester Piccadilly | 06:42 Sheffield | On time | 3h 58m | TransPennine Express | Find tickets | |
04:22 Manchester Piccadilly | 06:53 Sheffield | On time | 2h 31m | TransPennine Express | Find tickets | |
05:46 Manchester Piccadilly | 06:58 Sheffield | On time | 1h 12m | Northern | Find tickets | |
06:12 Manchester Piccadilly | 07:06 Sheffield | On time | 54m | TransPennine Express | Find tickets | |
06:40 Manchester Piccadilly | 08:05 Sheffield | On time | 1h 25m | Northern | Find tickets |
Effortlessly plan your journey from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffield. Discover the earliest and latest train times, departure and arrival stations, distance, travel duration, and pricing options to enhance your trip.
| First train | 02:44 |
|---|---|
| Last train | 23:49 |
| Departure station | Manchester Piccadilly |
| Arrival station | Sheffield |
| Distance | 32 miles (52 km) |
| Journey time | From 49m |
| Price | From £1.90 |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Northern, LNER |
Travel by train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffield with East Midlands Railway, and arrive in just 49 min with their fastest train. The 52 km (32 mile) route will fly by as you zip past the rugged hillsides and beautiful Edale and Hope Valleys, with views of the South Pennines to admire.
This route is offered by East Midlands Railway, among others, which provides both long-distance intercity and regional train services connecting the East Midlands, South Yorkshire and London St. Pancras.
One of the UK’s busiest railway stations, Manchester Piccadilly is centrally located in the southeast of Manchester and provides excellent access to the rest of the city. If you aren’t within walking distance, you can reach it via the Metrolink tram or the free bus routes 1 and 2. With plenty of shops and eateries, your pre-departure experience will be a joy.
Manchester Piccadilly is currently served by six train operators: Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Northern Trains, TransPennine Express and Transport for Wales. These companies offer services to many major destinations in the UK, such as London, Birmingham, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Wales and various destinations in Northern England.
Express lines from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffield with East Midlands Railway and TransPennine Express will typically just stop at Stockport, with some EMR routes also stopping at Chinley and Dore & Totley.
Northern will usually stop at several stations, including Reddish North, Edale, Bamford and Dore & Totley. As you can see, your stops will depend on the train operator, time of departure and route.
Sheffield railway station is located on Sheaf Street, on the edge of the city centre. You have many options for arriving from the centre, such as via bus, the Blue line of the Sheffield Supertram, or walking, at just 10 minutes from the centre and 25 from the University of Sheffield campus.
The station offers direct intercity train services, connections to Manchester Airport and Supertram integration. Sheffield station is very well-connected to many major destinations in the UK, including London, Birmingham, Leeds and Manchester.
Once you arrive, we recommend taking a short walk to Victoria Quays and strolling along the canals and boats to stretch your legs after your journey. Not too far from the station you’ll also find the Crucible Theatre, making Sheffield Station a super convenient station for travelling to attend the World Snooker Championship.
If you’re travelling to Sheffield with East Midlands Railway, you can choose between two train classes.
Ensure your train ride with EMR is smooth sailing by reviewing our handy travel tips before you set off.
Get from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffield in a jiffy with TransPennine Express direct trains, just 55 min long. The route passes through quaint towns and villages such as High Lane, Buxworth and Bamford, offering you glimpses into rural life before the scenery gradually becomes more urban again as you approach the South Yorkshire town of Sheffield.
TransPennine Express operates regional and inter-city trains in Northern England and Scotland, owing its name to the Pennine mountain range, the south of which you will pass by on this South Route. Other routes from this operator are the North Route and the Anglo-Scottish Route.
You can choose from Standard and First Class travel options on TransPennine Express’ trains from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffield.
Board your TransPennine Express trains from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffield with confidence with these travel tips up your sleeve.
Another option for your route from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffield is Northern Trains. With routes taking 1 hr 17 min, this operator takes a slightly different route through the towns of Bredbury and Marple instead of Stockport, and rejoining to offer you the same scenic views of Hope Valley and Padley Gorge
Northern provides train services across Northern England, with intercity routes to destinations like Manchester, Liverpool and Leeds, as well as local commuter services.
Northern trains only offer Standard Cass across their fleets. Their new and upgraded trains have free Wi-Fi, and passengers with additional needs can benefit from priority seating.
By booking in advance on TrainPal, you can get the cheapest tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffield.
Below you will find our top tips for travelling with Northern Trains, so you can rest easy knowing you’ve prepared for your trip as best as possible.
*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.
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