The average train between Aberdare and Sheffield takes 5h 32m and the fastest train takes 4h 42m. There is a train service every few hours from Aberdare 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.
Trains run hourly between Aberdare and Sheffield. The earliest departure is at 6:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Aberdare is at 10:52 PM which arrives into Sheffield at 10:18 AM. All services require a transfer at Cardiff Central and take an average of 5h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Aberdare 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.
No, there is no direct train from Aberdare to Sheffield. However, there are services departing from Aberdare station and arriving at Sheffield station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.
Aberdare to Sheffield train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Aberdare station.
Aberdare to Sheffield train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Sheffield station.
Book your Aberdare to Sheffield train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Cross Country and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Aberdare and Sheffield is 228.9 km. The road distance is 334 km.
You can take a train from Aberdare to Sheffield via Cardiff Central and Derby in around 5h 24m.