The average train between Sheffield and Irvine takes 5h 48m and the fastest train takes 4h 58m. There is a train service every few hours from Sheffield to Irvine. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Sheffield and Irvine. The earliest departure is at 6:09 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sheffield is at 10:11 PM which arrives into Irvine at 10:02 AM. All services require a transfer at Warrington Central and take an average of 5h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Sheffield to Irvine? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Sheffield to Irvine. However, there are services departing from Sheffield station and arriving at Irvine station via Warrington Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.
Sheffield to Irvine train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Sheffield station.
Sheffield to Irvine train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Irvine station.
Book your Sheffield to Irvine train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Sheffield and Irvine is 322.8 km. The road distance is 492 km.
You can take a train from Sheffield to Irvine via Warrington Central, Warrington Bank Quay, and Glasgow Central in around 5h 39m.