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Compare 3 ways to go from Sheffield to Edinburgh
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Sheffield and Edinburgh?
Edinburgh
- ABoots Waverley Station, Scotland, Edinburgh, Edinburgh EH2 2QP, UK
- BRosebery House, 9 Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh EH12 5EZ, UK
- CEdinburgh Park, Edinburgh EH12 9FX, UK
- DEdinburgh Gateway, Edinburgh EH12 9GF, UK
- E13-14 Multrees Walk, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Sheffield to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh?
The cheapest train tickets from Sheffield to Edinburgh start from $50. The average price for this train route is around $100. 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 Edinburgh?
The average train ride duration from Sheffield to Edinburgh is 3h 45m, covering a distance of 191 miles (308 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 23m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators service the Sheffield to Edinburgh route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 8 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry, Transpennine Express.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Sheffield to Edinburgh?
The earliest train departs from Sheffield to Edinburgh at 7:06am. And the latest train departs at 7:21pm.
What 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.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Sheffield to Edinburgh?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transpennine Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Sheffield to Edinburgh?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
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.
The cheapest trip from Sheffield to Edinburgh was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $50To 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 $50 to $481 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 $50 which is on 2025-12-15.
