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Compare 3 ways to travel from Carlisle to Sheffield
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Sheffield. The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Carlisle to Sheffield by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Carlisle to Sheffield?
The cheapest train tickets from Carlisle to Sheffield start from £31. The average price for this train route is around £69. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Carlisle to Sheffield?
The average train journey time from Carlisle to Sheffield is 3h 45m, covering a distance of 120 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 24m and is operated by Transpennine Express.
Which train operators serve the Carlisle to Sheffield route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day, including services from Northern, Transpennine Express.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Carlisle to Sheffield?
The earliest train from Carlisle to Sheffield departs at 09:24. And the latest train departs at 15:20.
Which is the best train operator from Carlisle to Sheffield?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Northern, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 26 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Carlisle to Sheffield?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transpennine Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Carlisle to Sheffield?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Northern, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Carlisle to Sheffield?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Northern, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Carlisle to Sheffield was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of £35To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Carlisle to Sheffield as early as possible.
