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How to get fromSheffield to Amblesideby train, bus, or car

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There are 2 ways to get from Sheffield to Ambleside by train, bus, or car

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  1. Train, line 555 bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadillytrain train
    2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain train
    3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Vicarage Roadbus bus 555
    4h 29m
    £46–93

  2. Drive 111.6 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Sheffield to Amblesidecar car 111.6 mi
    2h 32m
    £28–40

Sheffield to Ambleside by train and bus

Calendar131Weekly Services
Duration4h 29mAverage Duration
Ticket£46Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 129.5 mi
  • Duration: 4h 29m

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

There is no direct connection from Sheffield to Ambleside. However, you can take the train to Manchester Piccadilly, take the train to Oxenholme Lake District, walk to Station, take the bus to Bus Station, then take the line 555 bus to Vicarage Road. Alternatively, you can drive from Sheffield to Ambleside in around 2h 32m.

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