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Edinburgh to Sheffield by train
The journey from Edinburgh to Sheffield by train is 190.7 mi and takes 3 hrs 52 mins. There are 28 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:48 and the last at 18:52. It is possible to travel from Edinburgh to Sheffield by train for as little as £34.32 or as much as £164.91. The best price for this journey is £34.32.
| Lowest Price | £34.32 |
| Journey Duration | 3 hrs 52 mins |
| Connection per Day | London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry 28 |
| Lowest Price | London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry £34.32 |
| Highest Price | London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry £164.91 |
| First Departure | London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry 05:48 |
| Last Departure | London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry 18:52 |
| Distance | London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry 190.7 mi |
| Departure | London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry Edinburgh |
| Arrival | London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry Sheffield |
| Carriers | London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry |
Edinburgh to Sheffield Train Times
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Best time to book Edinburgh to Sheffield travel
Virail Pro Tip ✌: Booking 10 days in advance save 10% on average
Best time to book cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Sheffield
The cheapest Edinburgh - Sheffield train tickets can be found for as low as £34.07 if you’re lucky, or £56.86 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £78.22.
Find the best day to travel to Sheffield by train
When travelling to Sheffield by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Services on board London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway and Northern Rail from Edinburgh to Sheffield
Compare services on board when travelling from Edinburgh to Sheffield by train.
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Edinburgh to Sheffield CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
21.48kg
Bus
23.02kg
Flight
61.38kg
Car
49.1kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Edinburgh to Sheffield by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Edinburgh and Sheffield are 21.48kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Edinburgh and Sheffield? By taking the train between Edinburgh and Sheffield you will save 39.9kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 1.54kg compared to a bus and 27.62kg compared to a car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a train ticket from Edinburgh to Sheffield?
A train ticket from Edinburgh to Sheffield is £84.51. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £34.32.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Edinburgh to Sheffield?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Edinburgh to Sheffield is £34.32. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Edinburgh and Sheffield by train?
Edinburgh to Sheffield is 190.7 mi.
How long does the train between Edinburgh and Sheffield take?
Edinburgh to Sheffield is on average 3 hrs 52 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 3 hrs 21 mins.
Which companies operate from Edinburgh to Sheffield?
The train journey from Edinburgh to Sheffield is covered by 5 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast and CrossCountry.
How many train connections per day go from Edinburgh to Sheffield?
Edinburgh to Sheffield has 28 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Edinburgh to Sheffield leave?
The earliest train from Edinburgh to Sheffield departs at 05:48. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Edinburgh to Sheffield depart?
The latest train from Edinburgh to Sheffield departs at 18:52. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Edinburgh to Sheffield in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £34.32 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Edinburgh to Sheffield?
There are on average 9 direct connection(s) from Edinburgh to go to Sheffield.
What's the fastest journey time between Edinburgh to Sheffield by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Edinburgh and Sheffield is 3 hrs 21 mins.
Is there a direct train from Edinburgh to Sheffield?
Yes, there is a direct train between Edinburgh and Sheffield.
What are the CO2 emissions for Edinburgh to Sheffield by train?
The train journey from Edinburgh to Sheffield creates 21.48kg of CO2 emissions.