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Outbound fromSheffield to Dundee by train
It takes an average of 5h 11m to travel from Sheffield to Dundee by train, over a distance of around 221 miles (356 km). There are normally 2 trains per day travelling from Sheffield to Dundee and tickets for this journey start from £30.40 when you book in advance.
Taking the train from Sheffield to Dundee in 5 hours 9 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Sheffield to Dundee? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 5 hours 11 minutes to travel the 221 miles (356 km) from Sheffield to Dundee by train, although you can get there in as little as 5 hours 9 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 2 trains per day running on this route. You won't need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with CrossCountry for all or at least part of your journey to Dundee.
Book train tickets from Sheffield to Dundee in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £30.40. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Dundee by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Sheffield to Dundee
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Sheffield to Dundee is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.