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Trip Overview

The average train between Watford and Sheffield takes 3h 8m and the fastest train takes 2h 27m. There is a train service every few hours from Watford to Sheffield. 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 8m
Duration
170 mi
Distance
£78
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Watford to Sheffield train times

Trains run hourly between Watford and Sheffield. The earliest departure is at 6:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Watford is at 11:40 PM which arrives into Sheffield at 7:19 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 49m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 48m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 47m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 56m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 46m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 47m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 47m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 56m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 46m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 47m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 47m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 56m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 46m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 47m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 47m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 56m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 46m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 47m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 47m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 56m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 46m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 47m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 47m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 56m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 45m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 46m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 45m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Watford to Sheffield? 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 Watford to Sheffield.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 170.4 mi
  • Duration: 3h 8m

What companies run services between Watford, England and Sheffield, England?

You can take a train from Watford Junction to Sheffield via Birmingham New Street in around 2h 41m.

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