The average train between Bolton and Sheffield takes 1h 42m and the fastest train takes 1h 24m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Bolton 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 30 minutes between Bolton and Sheffield. The earliest departure is at 12:08 AM at night, and the last departure from Bolton is at 11:25 PM which arrives into Sheffield at 12:59 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Sheffield. However, there are services departing from Bolton station and arriving at Sheffield station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 42m.
Bolton to Sheffield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Bolton station.
Bolton to Sheffield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Sheffield station.
Book your Bolton to Sheffield train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Bolton and Sheffield is 67.8 km. The road distance is 86 km.
You can take a train from Bolton to Sheffield via Manchester Piccadilly in around 1h 24m.