Sheffield to Manchester Airport Trains From £8.50*

It takes one and a half hours to get from Sheffield to Manchester Airport with TransPennine Express. On your journey, you'll cross over from South Yorkshire and pass straight through the gorgeous Peak District National Park, rolling through tranquil little villages and market towns as you make your way towards Manchester, with its industrial, urban charm.

TransPennine Express operates regional and long-distance intercity services designed to keep major cities in the North of England and Scotland connected. This includes cities such as Newcastle, York, Manchester, Liverpool, Edinburgh, and Glasgow.

Departing from Sheffield

Sheffield Train Station is situated just east of the city centre, making it easily accessible on foot. Buses also serve the station from nearby Arundel Gate Interchange or Sheffield Bus Station, and Sheffield’s Supertram provides convenient access to the station.

Northern, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, and TransPennine Express all run through Sheffield Train Station, offering connections to a variety of destinations. These include major cities like London, Manchester, Leeds, and Birmingham, as well as regional destinations such as Nottingham, Liverpool, and Newcastle. This extensive network ensures that Sheffield Train Station is a key hub for both local and long-distance travel.

Main stops

There is only one stop from Sheffield to Manchester Airport, which is at Manchester Piccadilly. It's worth considering that these stations may change at a moment's notice due to scheduling, poor weather, and engineering works. So, the best policy is to double-check before you travel.

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Arriving at Manchester Airport

Manchester Airport Train Station is built into the main airport terminal building, so you can conveniently walk to arrivals and departures in only a few minutes directly from the station. The station is also only nine and a half miles from Manchester Piccadilly, and the journey between the two takes a mere fifteen minutes.

If you have some time before your flight, you could spend some time in Manchester City Centre, visiting the Arndale Centre for some pre-holiday shopping or getting a bite to eat in the Northern Quarter’s trendy cafes and restaurants. However, please note that you will likely need to purchase two separate tickets to do this.

Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, and Northern all run services through this station. Manchester Airport is a significant hub for train services around Wales, the Midlands, and Northern England, ranking it as the thirty-ninth busiest UK railway station outside of London.

TransPennine Express train classes

• Standard Class: Travelling in Standard Class provides comfortable seating, access to free Wi-Fi, power sockets at every seat, and complimentary food and beverages available at select times and routes.
• First Class: Enjoy free Wi-Fi and roomy seating with legroom, equipped with power outlets and USB ports at every seat, along with complimentary snacks and drinks available at certain times and on specific routes.

TransPennine Express train travel advice

• Luggage: Passengers are allowed a maximum of three pieces of luggage, consisting of up to two larger items and one smaller bag. Racks are available for larger bags like suitcases, while overhead storage holds cabin bags and smaller pieces of luggage.
• Pets: Dogs, cats, and other small animals can travel for free, with dogs required to be on a lead and other animals in carriers, and there is a maximum of two pets allowed per passenger.
• Bicycles: Bikes can be stored free of charge, but you must book a space before you travel, as space is limited. Charging e-bikes is prohibited. E-scooters and similar devices are not allowed.
• Children: Children under 5 can travel for free, while those aged 5 to 15 can benefit from discounted tickets, and the Family & Friends Railcard offers up to one-third off family ticket costs.
• Passenger Assist: Offering ramps for getting on and off trains, luggage assistance, and guidance around the station, including help with stairs and providing wheelchairs or buggies for longer distances.

*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.