The average train between Aberdeen and Sheffield takes 7h 13m and the fastest train takes 5h 43m. The train service runs several times per day from Aberdeen 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 every 3 hours between Aberdeen and Sheffield. The earliest departure is at 5:57 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Aberdeen is at 9:43 PM which arrives into Sheffield at 9:47 AM. All services require a transfer at Edinburgh Waverley and take an average of 7h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Aberdeen 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 Aberdeen to Sheffield. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen station and arriving at Sheffield station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 13m.
Aberdeen to Sheffield train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Aberdeen station.
Aberdeen to Sheffield train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Doncaster station.
Book your Aberdeen to Sheffield train tickets online with ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 4 other operators.
The distance between Aberdeen and Sheffield is 420.1 km. The road distance is 613 km.
You can take a train from Aberdeen to Sheffield via Edinburgh Waverley and Doncaster in around 6h 26m.