The average train between Sheffield and Harpenden takes 2h 47m and the fastest train takes 2h 39m. There is an hourly train service from Sheffield to Harpenden. 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 Sheffield and Harpenden. The earliest departure is at 4:58 AM at night, and the last departure from Sheffield is at 9:45 PM which arrives into Harpenden at 1:04 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Sheffield to Harpenden. However, there are services departing from Sheffield station and arriving at Harpenden station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.
Sheffield to Harpenden train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Sheffield station.
Sheffield to Harpenden train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.
Book your Sheffield to Harpenden train tickets online with East Midlands Railways and Thameslink.
The distance between Sheffield and Harpenden is 189.6 km. The road distance is 303 km.
East Midlands Railways operates a train from Sheffield to London St Pancras Intl hourly. Tickets cost £80–120 and the journey takes 2h 10m.