The average train between Sheffield and Lanark takes 5h 29m and the fastest train takes 4h 53m. There is a train service every few hours from Sheffield to Lanark. 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 Lanark. The earliest departure is at 5:08 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sheffield is at 10:11 PM which arrives into Lanark at 7:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Oxford Road and take an average of 5h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 1m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Sheffield to Lanark? 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 Sheffield to Lanark. However, there are services departing from Sheffield station and arriving at Lanark station via Manchester Oxford Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.
Sheffield to Lanark train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Sheffield station.
Sheffield to Lanark train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Motherwell station.
Book your Sheffield to Lanark train tickets online with TransPennine Express, ScotRail and 5 other operators.
The distance between Sheffield and Lanark is 295.1 km. The road distance is 430 km.
You can take a train from Sheffield to Lanark via Manchester Oxford Road, Preston, and Motherwell in around 5h 22m.