How much is the train ticket from Sheffield to Birmingham?

The cheapest train tickets from Sheffield to Birmingham start from $16. The average price for this train route is around $43. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Sheffield to Birmingham?

The average train ride duration from Sheffield to Birmingham is 1h 10m, covering a distance of 65 miles (105 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 1m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators service the Sheffield to Birmingham route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Sheffield to Birmingham?

The earliest train departs from Sheffield to Birmingham at 7:18am. And the latest train departs at 10:02pm.

Train Sheffield to Birmingham from $18

Next train departures

Next departures for Sheffield to Birmingham on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:18am	Sheffield	1h 10m	8:28am	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	4:24pm	Sheffield	1h 3m	5:27pm	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:18am	Sheffield	1h 10m	8:28am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:53am	Sheffield	1h 14m	9:07am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:53am	Sheffield	1h 14m	9:07am	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Sheffield to Birmingham on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:18am	Sheffield	1h 47m	9:05am	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	4:24pm	Sheffield	1h 40m	6:04pm	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:18am	Sheffield	1h 47m	9:05am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	8:21am	Sheffield	1h 46m	10:07am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	8:21am	Sheffield	1h 46m	10:07am	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Sheffield to Birmingham on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:56am	Sheffield	1h 28m	10:24am	Birmingham New Street	CheapestFastest
Train	8:56am	Sheffield	1h 28m	10:24am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	9:56am	Sheffield	1h 31m	11:27am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	9:56am	Sheffield	1h 31m	11:27am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	10:56am	Sheffield	2h 10m	1:06pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Sheffield to Birmingham on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:18am	Sheffield	1h 10m	8:28am	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	4:24pm	Sheffield	1h 3m	5:27pm	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:18am	Sheffield	1h 10m	8:28am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:56am	Sheffield	1h 11m	9:07am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:56am	Sheffield	1h 11m	9:07am	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Sheffield to Birmingham on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:18am	Sheffield	1h 10m	8:28am	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	4:24pm	Sheffield	1h 3m	5:27pm	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:18am	Sheffield	1h 10m	8:28am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:56am	Sheffield	1h 11m	9:07am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:56am	Sheffield	1h 11m	9:07am	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Sheffield to Birmingham on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:18am	Sheffield	1h 10m	8:28am	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	4:24pm	Sheffield	1h 3m	5:27pm	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:18am	Sheffield	1h 10m	8:28am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:56am	Sheffield	1h 11m	9:07am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:56am	Sheffield	1h 11m	9:07am	Birmingham New Street	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Sheffield to Birmingham

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 40mAverage Duration

65 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$10 - $66	Average Duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$16 - $217	Average Duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$12 - $20	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. Travelers 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 $16

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Sheffield to Birmingham by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary 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 $16. The average price for this train route is around $43. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Sheffield to Birmingham?
The average train ride duration from Sheffield to Birmingham is 1h 10m, covering a distance of 65 miles (105 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 1m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators service the Sheffield to Birmingham route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 7 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Sheffield to Birmingham?
The earliest train departs from Sheffield to Birmingham at 7:18am. And the latest train departs at 10:02pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/09

$42

12/10

$42

Today

$43

12/12

$37

12/13

$37

12/14

$37

12/15

$37

12/16

$32

The cheapest trip from Sheffield to Birmingham was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $32

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 $32 to $206 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 $32 which is on 2025-12-16.