The average train between Sheffield and Lancaster takes 2h 19m and the fastest train takes 2h 2m. There is an hourly train service from Sheffield to Lancaster. 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 Lancaster. The earliest departure is at 3:45 AM at night, and the last departure from Sheffield is at 9:11 PM which arrives into Lancaster at 11:26 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Sheffield to Lancaster. However, there are services departing from Sheffield station and arriving at Lancaster station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.
Sheffield to Lancaster train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Sheffield station.
Sheffield to Lancaster train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Lancaster station.
Book your Sheffield to Lancaster train tickets online with TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railways and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Sheffield and Lancaster is 114.7 km. The road distance is 151 km.
You can take a train from Sheffield to Lancaster via Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 18m.