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Sheffield to Manchester Airport Trains From £5.30

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Buy cheap train tickets from Sheffield to Manchester Airport for just £5.30. Book in advance to secure the most affordable fare, instead of the average ticket price of £16.50. The train journey from Sheffield to Manchester Airport typically takes approximately 2h 9m. You can expect a frequency of 48 trains available daily. For further information, please consult our Train Journey Planner and Train Timetable.

Sheffield to Manchester Airport Train Prices and Times

To find the cheapest train tickets from Sheffield to Manchester Airport, it is recommended to book in advance and avoid traveling during peak times. Compare train prices and times below for the best deals on rail fares.

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  1. 09:30
    Sheffield

    3h 6m

    No direct

    12:36
    Manchester Airport
    Train S00562-0B00 is operated by Northern. The speed of this train is 0km/h.
Days of operation: SatTrain W33634-2S19 is operated by Northern. The speed of this train is 75km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–SatTrain W30265-1Y62 is operated by Northern. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Sat

    E-ticket

    From £5.30
  2. 09:45
    Sheffield

    2h 12m

    No direct

    11:57
    Manchester Airport
    Train N07058-0B00 is operated by TransPennine Express. The speed of this train is 0km/h.
Days of operation: SatTrain W30513-2A97 is operated by Northern. The speed of this train is 90km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Sat

    E-ticket

    From £11.70
  3. 10:00
    Sheffield

    2h 52m

    No direct

    12:52
    Manchester Airport
    Train J07429-0B00 is operated by East Midlands Railway. The speed of this train is 0km/h.
Days of operation: SatTrain P64538-1V41 is operated by Transport for Wales. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: SatTrain W30486-2A87 is operated by Northern. The speed of this train is 90km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Sat

    E-ticket

    From £7.70
  4. 10:07
    Sheffield

    2h 45m

    No direct

    12:52
    Manchester Airport
    Train W30145-1Y11 is operated by Northern. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: SatTrain J18405-0B00 is operated by East Midlands Railway. The speed of this train is 0km/h.
Days of operation: SatTrain W32578-2K36 is operated by Northern. The speed of this train is 90km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–SatTrain W30486-2A87 is operated by Northern. The speed of this train is 90km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Sat

    E-ticket

    From £7.70
  5. 10:30
    Sheffield

    3h 6m

    No direct

    13:36
    Manchester Airport
    Train S00556-0B00 is operated by Northern. The speed of this train is 0km/h.
Days of operation: SatTrain W33637-2S21 is operated by Northern. The speed of this train is 75km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–SatTrain W30274-1Y64 is operated by Northern. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Sat

    E-ticket

    From £5.30
  6. 10:56
    Sheffield

    2h 56m

    No direct

    13:52
    Manchester Airport
    Train J07428-0B00 is operated by East Midlands Railway. The speed of this train is 0km/h.
Days of operation: SatTrain P64539-1V42 is operated by Transport for Wales. The speed of this train is 110km/h.
Days of operation: SatTrain W30487-2A88 is operated by Northern. The speed of this train is 90km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Sat

    E-ticket

    From £7.70
  7. 11:30
    Sheffield

    3h 6m

    No direct

    14:36
    Manchester Airport
    Train S00548-0B00 is operated by Northern. The speed of this train is 0km/h.
Days of operation: SatTrain W33640-2S23 is operated by Northern. The speed of this train is 75km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–SatTrain W30281-1Y66 is operated by Northern. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Sat

    E-ticket

    From £5.30
  8. 11:45
    Sheffield

    2h 12m

    No direct

    13:57
    Manchester Airport
    Train N07056-0B00 is operated by TransPennine Express. The speed of this train is 0km/h.
Days of operation: SatTrain W30518-2A99 is operated by Northern. The speed of this train is 90km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Sat

    E-ticket

    From £11.70
  9. 11:55
    Sheffield

    2h 57m

    No direct

    14:52
    Manchester Airport
    Train J07427-0B00 is operated by East Midlands Railway. The speed of this train is 0km/h.
Days of operation: SatTrain P64541-1V44 is operated by Transport for Wales. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: SatTrain W30488-2A89 is operated by Northern. The speed of this train is 90km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Sat

    E-ticket

    From £7.70
  10. 12:06
    Sheffield

    3h 9m

    No direct

    15:15
    Manchester Airport
    Train W30154-1Y15 is operated by Northern. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: SatTrain J18403-0B00 is operated by East Midlands Railway. The speed of this train is 0km/h.
Days of operation: SatTrain C27664-1H67 is operated by Avanti West Coast. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: SatTrain W30290-1Y81 is operated by Northern. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Sat

    E-ticket

    From £7.70
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    Sheffield to Manchester Airport Train Route Details

    The Sheffield to Manchester Airport train ticket is £5.30. The average travel time is 2h 9m, covering a distance of approximately 54 miles. There are usually 48 daily trains provided by TransPennine Express. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table.

    First train
    05:30
    Last train
    22:30
    Departure station
    Sheffield
    Arrival station
    Manchester Airport
    Journey time
    2h 9m
    Distance
    54 miles
    Price
    £5.30
    Train Operators
    TransPennine Express

    Choose Sheffield to Manchester Airport Train Ticket Types

    Find the train ticket type that best suits your travels from Sheffield to Manchester Airport. Discover more about these ticket types and how they can help you save in our guides below.

    Off-Peak & Super-Off Peak train tickets

    Off-Peak & Super-Off Peak train tickets

    Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.

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    Return train tickets

    Return train tickets

    Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.

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    Advance train tickets

    Advance train tickets

    Typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.

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    Season train tickets

    Season train tickets

    Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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    Save 1/3 on Sheffield to Manchester Airport Trains with Railcards

    Railcards offering up to 1/3 off Sheffield to Manchester Airport train fares for eligible passengers. There are Student Railcards for young people, Senior Railcard for seniors, check below to find the railcard type that suits you best.

    TypeDiscount
    16-25 Railcard1/3 OFFFrom £16.50 Save £5.45
    26-30 Railcard1/3 OFFFrom £16.50 Save £5.45
    Two Together Railcard1/3 OFFFrom £16.50 Save £5.45
    Senior Railcard1/3 OFFFrom £16.50 Save £5.45

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    Book in Advance

    Book in Advance

    Advanced train tickets are typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.

    Group Travel

    Group Travel

    Get a 1/3 discount on Off-Peak tickets through GroupSave if you are travelling with a group of 3 to 9 adults.

    Season Tickets

    Season Tickets

    A weekly or monthly train pass which includes unlimited travel between two stations. It could help you save more than 1/3 on train fares.

    Flexi Travel

    Flexi Travel

    8 days of unlimited travel between two stations within a 28-day period.

    Sheffield to Manchester Airport train FAQs

    • When is the first train from Sheffield to Manchester Airport?

      The first train from Sheffield to Manchester Airport is at 05:30.
    • Are there direct trains from Sheffield to Manchester Airport?

      No, there is no direct train from Sheffield to Manchester Airport, and passengers would need to make 3 changes during the journey.
    • How long is the train journey from Sheffield to Manchester Airport ?

      The train journey from Sheffield to Manchester Airport typically takes an average of 2h 57m, with the fastest journey duration being around 2h 9m.
    • How much is a train from Sheffield to Manchester Airport ?

      The cost of a train from Sheffield to Manchester Airport can vary, with the cheapest fare typically starting at £5.30 and the average price being around £16.50.
    • What times are off-peak trains from Sheffield to Manchester Airport ?

      In general, the off-peak period typically starts after 09:30 and excludes the evening rush hours of 15:30–18:15 for travel to and from major cities. The specific times may differ depending on the route and train company, but generally, you can expect off-peak times to fall outside the usual commuting hours. For Transport for London, off-peak times are observed on weekdays from the first service until 06:30, from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.