Sheffield to Windermere by train

Going from Sheffield to Windermere by train

About to set off from Sheffield to Windermere by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Train cost between Sheffield and Windermere

Average fares along this route:

• The cheapest ticket price: CA$101.62

• Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:

• Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:

Finding cheap train tickets

Booking in advance is clearly one of the easiest ways to save on tickets. Follow these other tips to find cheap train tickets for travel in Europe:

• Opt for the basic, “no-frills” class of service (which is still sure to deliver a comfortable ride)

• Travel with a budget train operator

• Consider choosing a rail pass if you plan to travel extensively

• Book off-peak fares (tickets are cheaper midweek and outside peak hours)

• Select a non-flexible fare

• Ride slower trains as opposed to the pricier high-speed fares

• Subscribe to the Rail Europe newsletter to be notified about discounts.

And last but not least, compare ticket prices on Rail Europe. We automatically compile all ticket offers in one easy search so you can choose by price, timing or whatever is driving your journey.

Train schedule for travel between Sheffield and Windermere

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 23 trains make this journey of 146 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Sheffield is at 03:24 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 23:27.

During the weekend, 05:11 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 18:11 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 36 minutes.

Sheffield to Windermere train duration

Trains on this route travel a distance of 146 kilometres, with the fastest one completing the journey in 2 hours and 41 minutes.

When do tickets go on sale between Sheffield and Windermere?

You can start planning and booking your trip between Sheffield and Windermere 5 months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

Making your Sheffield to Windermere travels smooth and enjoyable

Explore our wide range of help articles for a hassle-free journey and find travel ideas from our city guide: Windermere.