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Trip Overview

The average train between Chester and Sheffield takes 2h 21m and the fastest train takes 1h 34m. There is an hourly train service from Chester 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.

2h 21m
Duration
82 mi
Distance
£35
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Chester to Sheffield train times

Trains run hourly between Chester and Sheffield. The earliest departure is at 5:59 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 11:02 PM which arrives into Sheffield at 6:58 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 2h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransPennine Express2h 11m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedEast Midlands Railways2h 24m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransPennine Express2h 10m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesNorthern Trains LimitedEast Midlands Railways2h 11m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransPennine Express2h 10m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways2h 10m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransPennine Express2h 11m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesCross CountryEast Midlands Railways1h 34m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransPennine Express2h 10m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways2h 10m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransPennine Express2h 11m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesCross CountryEast Midlands Railways1h 34m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransPennine Express2h 10m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways2h 10m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransPennine Express2h 11m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesCross CountryEast Midlands Railways1h 34m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransPennine Express2h 10m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways2h 10m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransPennine Express2h 11m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesCross CountryEast Midlands Railways1h 34m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransPennine Express2h 10m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways2h 10m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransPennine Express2h 11m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesCross CountryEast Midlands Railways1h 34m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransPennine Express2h 11m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways2h 9m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransPennine Express2h 10m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesCross CountryEast Midlands Railways1h 34m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Chester 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.

Map of how to get from Chester to Sheffield.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 82.1 mi
  • Duration: 2h 21m

What companies run services between Chester, England and Sheffield, England?

You can take a train from Chester to Sheffield via Crewe and Stockport in around 2h 8m.

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