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

The cheapest way to get from Sheffield to Athersley is to drive which costs £4 - £6 and takes 25 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Sheffield to Athersley is to taxi which takes 25 min and costs £75 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Sheffield and Athersley?

No, there is no direct bus from Sheffield to Athersley. However, there are services departing from Waingate/CG12 and arriving at Laithes Lane/Mansfield Road via Barnsley Interchange/A9. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 47m.

How far is it from Sheffield to Athersley?

The distance between Sheffield and Athersley is 18 miles. The road distance is 16.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sheffield to Athersley without a car is to train and line 11 bus which takes 45 min and costs £9 - £16.

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

It takes approximately 45 min to get from Sheffield to Athersley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sheffield to Athersley bus from?

Sheffield to Athersley bus services, operated by Stagecoach Yorkshire, depart from Waingate/CG12 station.

Where does the Sheffield to Athersley bus arrive?

Sheffield to Athersley bus services, operated by Stagecoach Yorkshire, arrive at Barnsley Interchange/A1 station.

Can I drive from Sheffield to Athersley?

Yes, the driving distance between Sheffield to Athersley is 17 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Sheffield to Athersley.

Where can I stay near Athersley?

There are 1527+ hotels available in Athersley.

Sheffield to Athersley - 4 ways to travel via train, line 11 bus

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

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Train, line 11 bus
best
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Barnsleytrain Sheffield - Leeds / ...
2. Take the bus from Barnsley Interchange/A9 to Wakefield Road/New Lodge Crescentbus 11 / ...
45 min
£9–15
Drive 16.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sheffield to Athersleycar 16.8 mi
25 min
£5–6
Line 2 bus
1. Take the bus from Waingate/CG12 to Barnsley Interchange/A1bus 2 / ...
1h 47m
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sheffield to Athersleytaxi 16.8 mi
25 min
£75–90

Sheffield to Athersley by train and bus

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Distance: 17.8 mi
Duration: 45 min

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

Stagecoach Yorkshire operates a bus from Waingate/CG12 to Barnsley Interchange/A1 hourly. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 1h 18m.

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