Edinburgh to Sheffield by train

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Overview: trains from Edinburgh to Sheffield

Find the key information for travelling by train from Edinburgh to Sheffield, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 06:02 View journey
Last train 18:08 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 3hr 20m View journey
Distance (km) 307
Trains / day 38 View all
Cheapest journey £34.32 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 42m
Train operators 1

Edinburgh to Sheffield train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Edinburgh to Sheffield by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Edinburgh to Sheffield take around 3 hours and 20 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 307 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Edinburgh is scheduled to depart at around  06:02. The last departure is usually at around 18:08. This is the same as during the weekend. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 38 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 3 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £34.32.

We think any time is a great time to visit Sheffield, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Sheffield.

Is there a direct train from Edinburgh to Sheffield?

Yes, there is a direct train from Edinburgh to Sheffield.

How long does it take to travel from Edinburgh to Sheffield?

The Edinburgh to Sheffield train travel takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Edinburgh to Sheffield train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Sheffield leaving Edinburgh at around 06:02 and the last train leaving at around 18:08. This is the same at the weekend.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.