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Sheffield to Lanark trains

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The average train between Sheffield and Lanark takes 5h 30m and the fastest train takes 4h 53m. There is a train service every few hours from Sheffield to Lanark. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 30m
Duration
298 mi
Distance
£150
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Sheffield to Carstairstrain train Bristol Temple Meads - Glasgow Central
5h 9m
£130–200

Sheffield to Lanark train times

Trains run hourly between Sheffield and Lanark. The earliest departure is at 5:08 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sheffield is at 10:11 PM which arrives into Lanark at 7:38 AM. All services require a transfer at Carstairs and take an average of 5h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 53m • 3 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressLumoScotRail5h 5m • 3 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 6m • 3 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastScotRail5h 5m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressScotRail6h 6m • 3 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 28m • 3 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 7m • 3 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastScotRail5h 1m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressScotRail6h 6m • 3 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 28m • 3 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 7m • 3 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastScotRail5h 1m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressScotRail6h 6m • 3 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 28m • 3 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 7m • 3 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastScotRail5h 1m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Sheffield to Lanark? 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: 298 mi
  • Duration: 5h 30m

What companies run services between Sheffield, England and Lanark, Scotland?

Cross Country operates a train from Sheffield to Carstairs 5 times a week. Tickets cost £130–200 and the journey takes 4h 25m.

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