The average train between Sheffield and Windermere takes 3h 20m and the fastest train takes 2h 43m. There is a train service every few hours from Sheffield to Windermere. 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 Windermere. The earliest departure is at 3:45 AM at night, and the last departure from Sheffield is at 11:28 PM which arrives into Windermere at 6:36 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 3h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Sheffield to Windermere? 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 Windermere. However, there are services departing from Sheffield station and arriving at Windermere station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.
Sheffield to Windermere train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Sheffield station.
Sheffield to Windermere train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Oxenholme Lake District station.
Book your Sheffield to Windermere train tickets online with TransPennine Express and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Sheffield and Windermere is 145.6 km. The road distance is 198 km.
You can take a train from Sheffield to Windermere via Manchester Piccadilly and Oxenholme Lake District in around 3h 47m.