How much is the train ticket from Sheffield to Birmingham?

The cheapest train tickets from Sheffield to Birmingham start from R 274. The average price for this train route is around R 739. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Sheffield to Birmingham?

The average train journey time from Sheffield to Birmingham is 1h 10m, covering a distance of 105 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 1m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Sheffield to Birmingham route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 7 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Sheffield to Birmingham?

The earliest train from Sheffield to Birmingham departs at 07:18. And the latest train departs at 22:02.

Train Sheffield to Birmingham from R 309

Next train departures

Next departures from Sheffield to Birmingham on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:56	Sheffield	1h 11m	18:07	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	16:24	Sheffield	1h 3m	17:27	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	15:56	Sheffield	1h 10m	17:06	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	15:56	Sheffield	1h 10m	17:06	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	16:24	Sheffield	1h 3m	17:27	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures from Sheffield to Birmingham on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:18	Sheffield	1h 47m	09:05	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	16:24	Sheffield	1h 40m	18:04	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	07:18	Sheffield	1h 47m	09:05	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	08:21	Sheffield	1h 46m	10:07	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	08:21	Sheffield	1h 46m	10:07	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures from Sheffield to Birmingham on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:56	Sheffield	1h 28m	10:24	Birmingham New Street	CheapestFastest
Train	08:56	Sheffield	1h 28m	10:24	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	09:56	Sheffield	1h 31m	11:27	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	09:56	Sheffield	1h 31m	11:27	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	10:56	Sheffield	2h 10m	13:06	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures from Sheffield to Birmingham on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:18	Sheffield	1h 10m	08:28	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	16:24	Sheffield	1h 3m	17:27	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	07:18	Sheffield	1h 10m	08:28	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	07:56	Sheffield	1h 11m	09:07	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	07:56	Sheffield	1h 11m	09:07	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures from Sheffield to Birmingham on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:18	Sheffield	1h 10m	08:28	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	16:24	Sheffield	1h 3m	17:27	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	07:18	Sheffield	1h 10m	08:28	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	07:56	Sheffield	1h 11m	09:07	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	07:56	Sheffield	1h 11m	09:07	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures from Sheffield to Birmingham on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:18	Sheffield	1h 10m	08:28	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	16:24	Sheffield	1h 3m	17:27	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	07:18	Sheffield	1h 10m	08:28	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	07:56	Sheffield	1h 11m	09:07	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	07:56	Sheffield	1h 11m	09:07	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures from Sheffield to Birmingham on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:18	Sheffield	1h 10m	08:28	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	16:24	Sheffield	1h 3m	17:27	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	07:18	Sheffield	1h 10m	08:28	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	07:56	Sheffield	1h 11m	09:07	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	07:56	Sheffield	1h 11m	09:07	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures from Sheffield to Birmingham on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:18	Sheffield	1h 10m	08:28	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	16:24	Sheffield	1h 3m	17:27	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	07:18	Sheffield	1h 10m	08:28	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	07:56	Sheffield	1h 11m	09:07	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	07:56	Sheffield	1h 11m	09:07	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:05 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Sheffield to Birmingham

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 191, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 40mAverage duration

104 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 167 - R 1 135	Average duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 274 - R 3 726	Average duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 191 - R 345	Average duration1h 40m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at R 274

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sheffield to Birmingham by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Sheffield to Birmingham?
The cheapest train tickets from Sheffield to Birmingham start from R 274. The average price for this train route is around R 739. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Sheffield to Birmingham?
The average train journey time from Sheffield to Birmingham is 1h 10m, covering a distance of 105 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 1m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Sheffield to Birmingham route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 7 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Sheffield to Birmingham?
The earliest train from Sheffield to Birmingham departs at 07:18. And the latest train departs at 22:02.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/12

R 715

11/12

R 725

Today

R 622

13/12

R 630

14/12

R 630

15/12

R 622

16/12

R 537

17/12

R 540

The cheapest trip from Sheffield to Birmingham was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 537

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

You can expect to pay from R 537 to R 3 547 for a train ticket from Sheffield to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 537, which is on 2025-12-16.