The average train between Hamilton and Sheffield takes 4h 56m and the fastest train takes 4h 10m. There is a train service every few hours from Hamilton 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 hourly between Hamilton and Sheffield. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hamilton is at 8:23 PM which arrives into Sheffield at 8:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Lancaster and take an average of 4h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Hamilton 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 Hamilton to Sheffield. However, there are services departing from Hamilton station and arriving at Sheffield station via Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.
Hamilton to Sheffield train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Motherwell station.
Hamilton to Sheffield train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Sheffield station.
Book your Hamilton to Sheffield train tickets online with TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited and 2 other operators.
The distance between Hamilton and Sheffield is 312.4 km. The road distance is 405 km.
You can take a train from Motherwell to Sheffield via Lancaster and Manchester Oxford Road in around 4h 27m.