Train from Sheffield to Edinburgh: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Sheffield to Edinburgh on 12 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
CrossCountryTrain
Sheffield
WaverleyCheapest
CrossCountryTrain
Sheffield
WaverleyFastest
CrossCountryTrain
Sheffield
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CrossCountryTrain
Sheffield
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CrossCountryTrain
Sheffield
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Sheffield to Edinburgh

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 550, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
4h 30mAverage duration
307 kmDistance
13kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 313 - R 2 407Average duration8h 13m
8kg CO₂e
Average priceR 855 - R 8 753Average duration3h 45m
7kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceR 550 - R 686Average duration4h 30m
13kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sheffield to Edinburgh by train

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from Sheffield to Edinburgh?

    The cheapest train tickets from Sheffield to Edinburgh start from R 855. The average price for this train route is around R 1 719. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Sheffield to Edinburgh?

    The average train journey time from Sheffield to Edinburgh is 3h 45m, covering a distance of 308 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 23m and is operated by CrossCountry.

  3. Which train operators serve the Sheffield to Edinburgh route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 8 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry, Transpennine Express.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Sheffield to Edinburgh?

    The earliest train from Sheffield to Edinburgh departs at 07:06. And the latest train departs at 19:21.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Sheffield to Edinburgh?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Sheffield to Edinburgh?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transpennine Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Sheffield to Edinburgh?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Sheffield to Edinburgh?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transpennine Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
09/12
R 1 059
10/12
R 1 050
Today
R 1 050
12/12
R 1 677
13/12
R 1 648
14/12
R 1 672
15/12
R 849
16/12
R 1 061
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Sheffield to Edinburgh was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 849

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

You can expect to pay from R 849 to R 8 302 for a train ticket from Sheffield to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 849, which is on 2025-12-15.

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