The average train between Sheffield and South Wales takes 5h 12m and the fastest train takes 4h 13m. There is a train service every few hours from Sheffield to South Wales. 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 every 2 hours between Sheffield and South Wales. The earliest departure is at 6:54 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sheffield is at 8:55 PM which arrives into South Wales at 7:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Bristol Parkway and take an average of 5h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 43m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Sheffield to South Wales? 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 South Wales. However, there are services departing from Sheffield station and arriving at South Wales station via Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.
Sheffield to South Wales train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Sheffield station.
Sheffield to South Wales train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cwmbach station.
Book your Sheffield to South Wales train tickets online with Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Sheffield and South Wales is 228.3 km. The road distance is 347 km.
You can take a train from Sheffield to Cwmbach via Bristol Parkway and Cardiff Central in around 4h 39m.