The average train between Watford and Sheffield takes 3h 10m and the fastest train takes 2h 27m. There is a train service every few hours from Watford 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 Watford and Sheffield. The earliest departure is at 6:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Watford is at 11:45 PM which arrives into Sheffield at 7:19 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Watford to Sheffield. However, there are services departing from Watford station and arriving at Sheffield station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.
Watford to Sheffield train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Watford Junction station.
Watford to Sheffield train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Sheffield station.
Book your Watford to Sheffield train tickets online with Avanti West Coast and Cross Country.
The distance between Watford and Sheffield is 205.3 km. The road distance is 274 km.
You can take a train from Watford Junction to Sheffield via Birmingham New Street in around 2h 45m.