The average train between Preston and Sheffield takes 2h 4m and the fastest train takes 1h 38m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Preston 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 Preston and Sheffield. The earliest departure is at 5:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Preston is at 11:49 PM which arrives into Sheffield at 6:58 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Preston to Sheffield. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Sheffield station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.
Preston to Sheffield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Sheffield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Sheffield station.
Book your Preston to Sheffield train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Preston and Sheffield is 92 km. The road distance is 118 km.
You can take a train from Preston to Sheffield via Manchester Piccadilly in around 1h 53m.
