How much is the train ticket from Sheffield to Edinburgh?

The cheapest train tickets from Sheffield to Edinburgh start at $71. The average price for this train route is around $116. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Sheffield to Edinburgh?

The average train trip from Sheffield to Edinburgh takes 3h 44m and covers 308 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 29m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Sheffield to Edinburgh route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 8 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry , Transpennine Express .

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

The earliest train from Sheffield to Edinburgh departs at 7:06am. The latest train departs at 7:21pm.

What is the best train operator from Sheffield to Edinburgh?

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 Sheffield to Edinburgh?

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 Sheffield to Edinburgh?

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 Sheffield to Edinburgh?

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 Sheffield to Edinburgh from $68

Next train departures

Next departures for Sheffield to Edinburgh on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:21pm	Sheffield	3h 54m	10:15pm	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	9:32am	Sheffield	3h 33m	1:05pm	Waverley	Fastest
Train	7:21am	Sheffield	3h 47m	11:08am	Waverley	No tags
Train	7:21am	Sheffield	3h 47m	11:08am	Waverley	No tags
Train	8:22am	Sheffield	3h 45m	12:07pm	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for Sheffield to Edinburgh on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:21pm	Sheffield	3h 54m	10:15pm	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	9:32am	Sheffield	3h 33m	1:05pm	Waverley	Fastest
Train	7:21am	Sheffield	3h 47m	11:08am	Waverley	No tags
Train	7:21am	Sheffield	3h 47m	11:08am	Waverley	No tags
Train	8:22am	Sheffield	3h 45m	12:07pm	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for Sheffield to Edinburgh on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:21am	Sheffield	3h 47m	11:08am	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	9:32am	Sheffield	3h 33m	1:05pm	Waverley	Fastest
Train	7:21am	Sheffield	3h 47m	11:08am	Waverley	No tags
Train	8:22am	Sheffield	3h 45m	12:07pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	8:22am	Sheffield	3h 45m	12:07pm	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for Sheffield to Edinburgh on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:21am	Sheffield	3h 47m	11:08am	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	9:32am	Sheffield	3h 33m	1:05pm	Waverley	Fastest
Train	7:21am	Sheffield	3h 47m	11:08am	Waverley	No tags
Train	8:22am	Sheffield	3h 45m	12:07pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	8:22am	Sheffield	3h 45m	12:07pm	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for Sheffield to Edinburgh on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:21am	Sheffield	3h 38m	12:59pm	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	9:21am	Sheffield	3h 38m	12:59pm	Waverley	Fastest
Train	10:21am	Sheffield	3h 38m	1:59pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	10:21am	Sheffield	3h 38m	1:59pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	11:21am	Sheffield	3h 38m	2:59pm	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for Sheffield to Edinburgh on December 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:21am	Sheffield	3h 47m	11:08am	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	9:32am	Sheffield	3h 33m	1:05pm	Waverley	Fastest
Train	7:21am	Sheffield	3h 47m	11:08am	Waverley	No tags
Train	8:22am	Sheffield	3h 45m	12:07pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	8:22am	Sheffield	3h 45m	12:07pm	Waverley	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:46 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Sheffield to Edinburgh

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 5 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

5h 10mAverage Duration

307 kmDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$25 - $150	Average Duration8h 13m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$71 - $713	Average Duration3h 44m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$40 - $57	Average Duration5h 10m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

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

Sheffield

A
Meadowhall Interchange
Meadowhall Road (Interchange), Sheffield S9
Visit page

Edinburgh

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

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 Sheffield to Edinburgh 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 Sheffield to Edinburgh?
The cheapest train tickets from Sheffield to Edinburgh start at $71. The average price for this train route is around $116. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Sheffield to Edinburgh?
The average train trip from Sheffield to Edinburgh takes 3h 44m and covers 308 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 29m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Sheffield to Edinburgh route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 8 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry, Transpennine Express.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Sheffield to Edinburgh?
The earliest train from Sheffield to Edinburgh departs at 7:06am. The latest train departs at 7:21pm.
What is the best train operator from Sheffield to Edinburgh?
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 Sheffield to Edinburgh?
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 Sheffield to Edinburgh?
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 Sheffield to Edinburgh?
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

11-29

$147

11-30

$144

Today

$128

12-02

$87

12-03

$87

12-04

$87

12-05

$139

12-06

$307

The cheapest trip from Sheffield to Edinburgh was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $87

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

You can expect to pay from $87 to $690 for a train ticket from Sheffield to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $87 which is on 2025-12-02.