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

The cheapest way to get from Sheffield to Atherstone is to bus which costs £14 - £35 and takes 4h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sheffield to Atherstone is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs £16 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Sheffield and Atherstone?

No, there is no direct bus from Sheffield to Atherstone. However, there are services departing from Sheffield Interchange/E2 and arriving at New Dolphin Inn via St Margaret's Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Sheffield and Atherstone?

No, there is no direct train from Sheffield to Atherstone. However, there are services departing from Sheffield and arriving at Atherstone via Tamworth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 40m.

How far is it from Sheffield to Atherstone?

The distance between Sheffield and Atherstone is 68 miles. The road distance is 69.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sheffield to Atherstone without a car is to train which takes 1h 40m and costs £35 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 1h 40m to get from Sheffield to Atherstone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sheffield to Atherstone bus from?

Sheffield to Atherstone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sheffield Interchange/E2 station.

Where do I catch the Sheffield to Atherstone train from?

Sheffield to Atherstone train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Sheffield station.

Train or bus from Sheffield to Atherstone?

The best way to get from Sheffield to Atherstone is to train which takes 1h 40m and costs £35 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £35 and takes 4h 9m.

Where does the Sheffield to Atherstone bus arrive?

Sheffield to Atherstone bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where does the Sheffield to Atherstone train arrive?

Sheffield to Atherstone train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Tamworth High Level station.

Can I drive from Sheffield to Atherstone?

Yes, the driving distance between Sheffield to Atherstone is 69 miles. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Sheffield to Atherstone.

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

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Where can I stay near Atherstone?

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There are 3 ways to get from Sheffield to Atherstone by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Tamworth High Leveltrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
1h 40m
£35–53
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Sheffield Interchange/E2 to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 240 / ...
2. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 158 / ...
4h 9m
£14–35
Drive 68.9 mi
1. Drive from Sheffield to Atherstonecar 68.9 mi
1h 17m
£17–25

Sheffield to Atherstone by train

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Distance: 67.8 mi
Duration: 1h 40m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Sheffield to Tamworth High Level every 2 hours. Tickets cost £30–50 and the journey takes 51 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sheffield Interchange/E2 to New Dolphin Inn via St Margaret's Bus Station and Bus Station in around 4h 9m.

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