How much is the train ticket from Edinburgh to Sheffield?

The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Sheffield start at $71. The average price for this train route is around $146. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Edinburgh to Sheffield?

The average train trip from Edinburgh to Sheffield takes 3h 47m and covers 308 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 19m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Edinburgh to Sheffield route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 4 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry , Transpennine Express .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Edinburgh to Sheffield?

The earliest train from Edinburgh to Sheffield departs at 7:03am. The latest train departs at 8:14pm.

What is the best train operator from Edinburgh to Sheffield?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry , with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Edinburgh to Sheffield?

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

Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Edinburgh to Sheffield?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is CrossCountry , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Edinburgh to Sheffield?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transpennine Express , with a cleanliness rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Train Edinburgh to Sheffield from $69

Next train departures

Next departures for Edinburgh to Sheffield on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:07pm	Waverley	3h 47m	7:54pm	Sheffield	Cheapest
Train	3:07pm	Waverley	3h 47m	6:54pm	Sheffield	Fastest
Train	3:07pm	Waverley	3h 47m	6:54pm	Sheffield	No tags
Train	4:07pm	Waverley	3h 47m	7:54pm	Sheffield	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Sheffield on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:04am	Waverley	3h 50m	10:54am	Sheffield	Cheapest
Train	8:07am	Waverley	3h 46m	11:53am	Sheffield	Fastest
Train	7:04am	Waverley	3h 50m	10:54am	Sheffield	No tags
Train	8:07am	Waverley	3h 46m	11:53am	Sheffield	No tags
Train	3:07pm	Waverley	3h 47m	6:54pm	Sheffield	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Sheffield on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:08am	Waverley	4h 8m	1:16pm	Sheffield	Cheapest
Train	10:08am	Waverley	4h 7m	2:15pm	Sheffield	Fastest
Train	9:08am	Waverley	4h 8m	1:16pm	Sheffield	No tags
Train	10:08am	Waverley	4h 7m	2:15pm	Sheffield	No tags
Train	3:08pm	Waverley	4h 13m	7:21pm	Sheffield	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Sheffield on December 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:04am	Waverley	3h 50m	10:54am	Sheffield	Cheapest
Train	8:07am	Waverley	3h 46m	11:53am	Sheffield	Fastest
Train	7:04am	Waverley	3h 50m	10:54am	Sheffield	No tags
Train	8:07am	Waverley	3h 46m	11:53am	Sheffield	No tags
Train	3:07pm	Waverley	3h 47m	6:54pm	Sheffield	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:03 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Edinburgh to Sheffield

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Sheffield. The journey takes about 4 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

4h 50mAverage Duration

307 kmDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$23 - $121	Average Duration7h	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$71 - $711	Average Duration3h 47m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$44 - $72	Average Duration4h 50m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Edinburgh and Sheffield?

Edinburgh

A
Waverley
Boots Waverley Station, Scotland, Edinburgh, Edinburgh EH2 2QP, UK
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B
Haymarket
Rosebery House, 9 Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh EH12 5EZ, UK
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C
Edinburgh Park
Edinburgh Park, Edinburgh EH12 9FX, UK
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D
Gateway
Edinburgh Gateway, Edinburgh EH12 9GF, UK
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E
Bus Station
13-14 Multrees Walk, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK
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Sheffield

A
Meadowhall Interchange
Meadowhall Road (Interchange), Sheffield S9
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Train companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi4.1

Transpennine Express

3.5/522 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi5

GB train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Edinburgh 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.

How much is the train ticket from Edinburgh to Sheffield?
The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Sheffield start at $71. The average price for this train route is around $146. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Edinburgh to Sheffield?
The average train trip from Edinburgh to Sheffield takes 3h 47m and covers 308 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 19m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Edinburgh to Sheffield route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 4 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry, Transpennine Express.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Edinburgh to Sheffield?
The earliest train from Edinburgh to Sheffield departs at 7:03am. The latest train departs at 8:14pm.
What is the best train operator from Edinburgh to Sheffield?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Edinburgh to Sheffield?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transpennine Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Edinburgh to Sheffield?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Edinburgh to Sheffield?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transpennine Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.6 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

12-01

No data

12-02

$87

Today

$86

12-04

$87

12-05

$137

12-06

$140

12-07

$137

12-08

$87

The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Sheffield was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $86

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

You can expect to pay from $86 to $686 for a train ticket from Edinburgh to Sheffield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $87 which is on 2025-12-08.