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Trip Overview

The average train between Runcorn and Sheffield takes 1h 59m and the fastest train takes 1h 44m. There is an hourly train service from Runcorn 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.

1h 59m
Duration
78 mi
Distance
£38
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Runcorn to Sheffield train times

Trains run hourly between Runcorn and Sheffield. The earliest departure is at 6:09 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Runcorn is at 10:19 PM which arrives into Sheffield at 12:05 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express1h 59m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways1h 46m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express1h 59m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways1h 47m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express2h • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsEast Midlands Railways2h 4m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express2h 6m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsEast Midlands Railways2h 10m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express2h • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsEast Midlands Railways2h 4m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express2h 6m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsEast Midlands Railways2h 10m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express2h • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsEast Midlands Railways2h 4m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express2h 6m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsEast Midlands Railways2h 10m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express2h 1m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express1h 59m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsEast Midlands Railways2h 10m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express1h 59m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express1h 48m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express1h 57m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express1h 53m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express1h 54m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express2h • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsEast Midlands Railways2h 4m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express2h 6m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsEast Midlands Railways2h 10m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Runcorn 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.

Map of how to get from Runcorn to Sheffield.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 78.3 mi
  • Duration: 1h 59m

What companies run services between Runcorn, England and Sheffield, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Liverpool South Parkway to Sheffield hourly. Tickets cost £20–35 and the journey takes 1h 39m. East Midlands Railways also services this route hourly.

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