What is the cheapest way to get from Hamilton to Sheffield?

The cheapest way to get from Hamilton to Sheffield is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 4h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hamilton to Sheffield?

The fastest way to get from Hamilton to Sheffield is to drive which takes 4h 15m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Hamilton and Sheffield?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Motherwell and arriving at Sheffield. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 50m.

How far is it from Hamilton to Sheffield?

The distance between Hamilton and Sheffield is 253 miles. The road distance is 225.5 miles.

How do I travel from Hamilton to Sheffield without a car?

The best way to get from Hamilton to Sheffield without a car is to train via Lancaster which takes 4h 27m and costs £85 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Hamilton to Sheffield?

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Hamilton to Sheffield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Sheffield train from?

Hamilton to Sheffield train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Motherwell station.

Where does the Hamilton to Sheffield train arrive?

Hamilton to Sheffield train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Lancaster station.

Can I drive from Hamilton to Sheffield?

Yes, the driving distance between Hamilton to Sheffield is 225 miles. It takes approximately 4h 15m to drive from Hamilton to Sheffield.

How do I get a train ticket from Hamilton to Sheffield?

Book your Hamilton to Sheffield train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Sheffield?

There are 1105+ hotels available in Sheffield.

Hamilton to Sheffield - 6 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Hamilton to Sheffield by train, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Lancaster
best
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Lancastertrain
2. Take the train from Lancaster to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Sheffieldtrain
4h 27m
£88–170
Drive 224.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Hamilton to Sheffieldcar 224.2 mi
4h 15m
£55–79
Fly Glasgow Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane GLA - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffieldtrain
6h 3m
£70–217
Train
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Sheffieldtrain Glasgow Central - Plymouth
4h 50m
£150–220
Fly Glasgow Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Sheffieldtrain
4h 54m
£71–166
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Haymarkettrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Sheffieldtrain
5h 24m
£92–195

Hamilton to Sheffield by train

135Weekly Trains

4h 27mAverage Duration

£88Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Hamilton to Sheffield.

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Distance: 251.5 mi
Duration: 4h 27m

What companies run services between Hamilton, Scotland and Sheffield, England?

You can take a train from Motherwell to Sheffield via Lancaster and Manchester Oxford Road in around 4h 27m.

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