The average train between Barnstaple and Sheffield takes 6h 19m and the fastest train takes 5h 36m. The train service runs several times per day from Barnstaple 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 2 hours between Barnstaple and Sheffield. The earliest departure is at 12:09 AM at night, and the last departure from Barnstaple is at 10:41 PM which arrives into Sheffield at 10:18 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Sheffield. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple station and arriving at Sheffield station via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 19m.
Barnstaple to Sheffield train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Barnstaple station.
Barnstaple to Sheffield train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Sheffield station.
Book your Barnstaple to Sheffield train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Cross Country.
The distance between Barnstaple and Sheffield is 311 km. The road distance is 449 km.
You can take a train from Barnstaple to Sheffield via Exeter St Davids in around 5h 53m.