What is the cheapest way to get from Alton to Sheffield?

The cheapest way to get from Alton to Sheffield is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alton to Sheffield?

The fastest way to get from Alton to Sheffield is to drive which takes 3h 38m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Alton and Sheffield?

No, there is no direct train from Alton to Sheffield. However, there are services departing from Alton and arriving at Sheffield via Waterloo station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Alton to Sheffield?

The distance between Alton and Sheffield is 215 miles. The road distance is 182.8 miles.

How do I travel from Alton to Sheffield without a car?

The best way to get from Alton to Sheffield without a car is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs £100 - £190.

How long does it take to get from Alton to Sheffield?

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Alton to Sheffield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alton to Sheffield bus from?

Alton to Sheffield bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, depart from Guildford station.

Where do I catch the Alton to Sheffield train from?

Alton to Sheffield train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Alton station.

Train or bus from Alton to Sheffield?

The best way to get from Alton to Sheffield is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs £100 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs and takes 8h 18m.

Where does the Alton to Sheffield bus arrive?

Alton to Sheffield bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Alton to Sheffield train arrive?

Alton to Sheffield train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Alton to Sheffield?

Yes, the driving distance between Alton to Sheffield is 183 miles. It takes approximately 3h 38m to drive from Alton to Sheffield.

How do I get a train ticket from Alton to Sheffield?

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Where can I stay near Sheffield?

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Alton to Sheffield - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

Q: Is there a direct bus between Alton and Sheffield?

No, there is no direct bus from Alton to Sheffield. However, there are services departing from Drayman's Way and arriving at Sheffield Interchange/E2 via Guildford station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 18m.

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There are 8 ways to get from Alton to Sheffield by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Alton to London Waterlootrain Alton - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Sheffieldtrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield
4h 11m
£105–181
Drive 181.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Alton to Sheffieldcar 181.8 mi
3h 38m
£45–64
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Guildford station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra2
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 210 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sheffield Interchange/E2bus 131 / ...
8h 18m
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Alton to Wokingtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffieldtrain
4h 41m
£82–304
Line 13 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Drayman's Way to Bus Stationbus 13
2. Take the train from Reading to Sheffieldtrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
5h 5m
£99–148
Bus
1. Take the bus from Guildford station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra2
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Sheffield Interchange - City Centrebus Uk905 / ...
8h 58m
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Woking to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffieldtrain
5h 6m
£118–274
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Newcastle, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Sheffieldtrain
6h 19m
£126–355

Alton to Sheffield by train, subway, and foot

200Weekly Services

4h 11mAverage Duration

£105Cheapest Price

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Distance: 213.3 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

What companies run services between Alton, Hampshire, England and Sheffield, England?

You can take a train from Alton to Sheffield via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Drayman's Way to Sheffield Interchange/E2 via Guildford station, Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h 18m.

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