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Trip Overview

The average train between Sheffield and Nelson takes 3h 15m and the fastest train takes 2h 33m. There is a train service every few hours from Sheffield to Nelson. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 15m
Duration
79 mi
Distance
£35
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Sheffield to Nelson train times

Trains run hourly between Sheffield and Nelson. The earliest departure is at 5:28 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sheffield is at 11:21 PM which arrives into Nelson at 7:27 AM. All services require a transfer at Leeds and take an average of 3h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 36m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 40m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 40m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 40m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 36m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 20m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 13m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 19m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 24m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 40m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 39m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 36m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 40m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 39m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 36m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Sheffield to Nelson? 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 Sheffield to Nelson.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 79.1 mi
  • Duration: 3h 15m

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

You can take a train from Sheffield to Nelson via Leeds, Burnley Manchester Road, and Burnley Central in around 3h 29m.

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