The average train between Northampton and Sheffield takes 2h 45m and the fastest train takes 2h 16m. There is an hourly train service from Northampton 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 Northampton and Sheffield. The earliest departure is at 5:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Northampton is at 11:10 PM which arrives into Sheffield at 7:19 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Northampton to Sheffield. However, there are services departing from Northampton station and arriving at Sheffield station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.
Northampton to Sheffield train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Northampton station.
Northampton to Sheffield train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Sheffield station.
Book your Northampton to Sheffield train tickets online with West Midlands Trains and Cross Country.
The distance between Northampton and Sheffield is 131.9 km. The road distance is 201 km.
You can take a train from Northampton to Sheffield via Birmingham New Street in around 2h 29m.