The average train between Carnforth and Sheffield takes 2h 26m and the fastest train takes 2h 23m. The train service runs several times per day from Carnforth 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 Carnforth and Sheffield. The earliest departure is at 5:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Carnforth is at 5:44 PM which arrives into Sheffield at 8:09 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Carnforth to Sheffield. However, there are services departing from Carnforth station and arriving at Sheffield station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.
Carnforth to Sheffield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Carnforth station.
Carnforth to Sheffield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Sheffield station.
Book your Carnforth to Sheffield train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Carnforth and Sheffield is 119.2 km. The road distance is 161 km.
You can take a train from Carnforth to Sheffield via Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 23m.