How much does a cheap train ticket from Sheffield to York cost?

The average train ticket price from Sheffield to York is £28. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Sheffield to York is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Sheffield to York?

A train trip between Sheffield and York is around 1h 9m, although the fastest train will take about 44m. This is the time it takes to travel the 43 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between Sheffield and York?

The number of trains from Sheffield to York can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 8. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Sheffield to York by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Sheffield to York?

When taking the train from Sheffield to York, you can travel comfortably and safely with CrossCountry, Northern.

Train Sheffield to York from £9

Next train departures

Next departures from Sheffield to York on 23 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:21	Sheffield	55m	18:16	York	Cheapest
Train	10:21	Sheffield	49m	11:10	York	Fastest
Train	09:21	Sheffield	57m	10:18	York	No tags
Train	09:21	Sheffield	57m	10:18	York	No tags
Train	10:21	Sheffield	49m	11:10	York	No tags

Next departures from Sheffield to York on 24 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:30	Sheffield	1h 20m	08:50	York	Cheapest
Train	07:51	Sheffield	48m	08:39	York	Fastest
Train	07:21	Sheffield	1h 9m	08:30	York	No tags
Train	15:40	Sheffield	1h 23m	17:03	York	No tags
Train	07:21	Sheffield	1h 9m	08:30	York	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:51 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Sheffield to York

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach York. The journey takes about 1 hour 9 minutes and with fares starting at just £5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8train per day

1h 9mAverage duration

43 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£6 - £17	Average duration2h 47m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£5 - £54	Average duration1h 9m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£5 - £5	Average duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

Northern

4/526 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness5

WiFi3.2

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sheffield to York by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from Sheffield to York cost?
The average train ticket price from Sheffield to York is £28. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Sheffield to York is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Sheffield to York?
A train trip between Sheffield and York is around 1h 9m, although the fastest train will take about 44m. This is the time it takes to travel the 43 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Sheffield and York?
The number of trains from Sheffield to York can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 8. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Sheffield to York by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Sheffield to York?
When taking the train from Sheffield to York, you can travel comfortably and safely with CrossCountry, Northern.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

19/11

£12

20/11

£21

Today

£14

22/11

£9

23/11

£23

24/11

£12

25/11

£9

26/11

£9

The cheapest trip from Sheffield to York was searched and found on 25 Nov 2025 with a price of £9

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Sheffield to York as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £9 to £53 for a train ticket from Sheffield to York based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £9, which is on 2025-11-25.

Usually CrossCountry will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.