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

The cheapest way to get from Cumbria to Sheffield is to bus which costs £23 - £35 and takes 6h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cumbria to Sheffield is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Cumbria and Sheffield?

No, there is no direct bus from Cumbria to Sheffield. However, there are services departing from Longthwaite road end and arriving at Waingate/CG19 via Bus Station, Carlisle and Meadowhall Interchange/A3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Cumbria and Sheffield?

No, there is no direct train from Cumbria to Sheffield. However, there are services departing from Penrith North Lakes and arriving at Sheffield via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

How far is it from Cumbria to Sheffield?

The distance between Cumbria and Sheffield is 154 miles. The road distance is 125.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cumbria to Sheffield without a car is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs £50 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Cumbria to Sheffield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cumbria to Sheffield bus from?

Cumbria to Sheffield bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Carlisle station.

Where do I catch the Cumbria to Sheffield train from?

Cumbria to Sheffield train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.

Train or bus from Cumbria to Sheffield?

The best way to get from Cumbria to Sheffield is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs £50 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £35 and takes 6h 32m.

Where does the Cumbria to Sheffield bus arrive?

Cumbria to Sheffield bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange station.

Where does the Cumbria to Sheffield train arrive?

Cumbria to Sheffield train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Cumbria to Sheffield?

Yes, the driving distance between Cumbria to Sheffield is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Cumbria to Sheffield.

Where can I stay near Sheffield?

There are 1722+ hotels available in Sheffield.

Cumbria to Sheffield - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cumbria to Sheffield by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffieldtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
3h 59m
£52–103
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Carlisle to Sheffield Meadowhall Interchangebus Ukn31
6h 32m
£23–34
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Rail Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 590
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffieldtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
5h 14m
£36–88
Drive 125 mi
1. Drive from Cumbria to Sheffieldcar 125 mi
2h 46m
£31–45

Cumbria to Sheffield by bus and train

21Weekly Services

3h 59mAverage Duration

£52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 153.5 mi
Duration: 3h 59m

What companies run services between Cumbria, England and Sheffield, England?

You can take a bus from Longthwaite road end to Sheffield via Rail Station, Penrith North Lakes, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 59m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Carlisle to Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange once daily. Tickets cost £14–24 and the journey takes 3h 25m.

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