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Trip Overview

The average train between Lancaster and Sheffield takes 2h 13m and the fastest train takes 2h 2m. There is an hourly train service from Lancaster to Sheffield. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 13m
Duration
94 mi
Distance
£39
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Lancaster to Sheffield train times

Trains run hourly between Lancaster and Sheffield. The earliest departure is at 5:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lancaster is at 10:29 PM which arrives into Sheffield at 1:05 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands Railways2h 4m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 20m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands Railways2h 3m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 18m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 17m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands Railways2h 6m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 17m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands Railways2h 7m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 18m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands Railways2h 8m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 18m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands Railways2h 9m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express2h 19m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 25m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 16m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands Railways2h 4m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 17m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands Railways2h 6m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 17m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands Railways2h 8m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 17m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands Railways2h 6m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 17m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands Railways2h 7m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 17m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands Railways2h 6m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 17m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands Railways2h 7m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Lancaster to Sheffield? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 94 mi
  • Duration: 2h 13m

What companies run services between Lancaster, Lancashire, England and Sheffield, England?

You can take a train from Lancaster to Sheffield via Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 16m.

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