Sheffield Station

Sheffield Station is a combined railway station and tram stop in Sheffield that opened in 1870. Despite numerous significant renovations, the original station buildings have been preserved. The main entrance of Sheffield Station faces Sheaf Square, which was rebuilt as part of the station's regeneration. Sheffield Station and Sheaf Square form a key route that guides passengers through the square, past the Cutting Edge water feature (which stands at 80 metres tall), up Howard Street, and into the heart of Sheffield.

As the main railway station in Sheffield, it is the busiest station in South Yorkshire and the third busiest in Yorkshire & the Humber. Adjacent to the Sheffield Supertram stop, passengers can easily travel from Sheffield Station to the city centre and the University of Sheffield by tram. Sheffield railway station is served by several train operators, including East Midlands railway, TransPennine and CrossCountry, with direct connections to popular locations like London St Pancras, Manchester Piccadilly, Leeds and Birmingham New Street.

Which train companies run trains to Sheffield?

Depending on when you travel, you should find services run to and from Sheffield provided by the following: London Overground, CrossCountry, Great Northern, Northern, Thameslink, Grand Central and East Midlands Railwa. Journey duration and price can vary depending on who you travel with so it's always worth checking when booking.

What are Sheffield's opening hours?

Sheffield is typically open from 0:01 to 23:59, which are when the first and last train depart, though this is subject to change for reasons such as technical issues. We recommend verifying these hours before your journey to ensure a smooth experience.

Pick up & drop off at Sheffield

You can enjoy a hassle-free journey with Sheffield's designated parking and pick-up/drop-off areas.

Connectivity of the Sheffield?

With frequent trains to Sheffield from hubs like London, Manchester, Manchester Piccadilly, Leeds and Birmingham, travel to and from the station is convenient. Complementary options like buses and taxis are also available for further transit, but checking availability in advance is recommended.