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

The cheapest way to get from Sheffield to Atherton is to drive which costs £12 - £19 and takes 1h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sheffield to Atherton is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct train between Sheffield and Atherton?

No, there is no direct train from Sheffield to Atherton. However, there are services departing from Sheffield and arriving at Atherton via Manchester Oxford Road and Salford Crescent. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 57m.

How far is it from Sheffield to Atherton?

The distance between Sheffield and Atherton is 54 miles. The road distance is 51.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sheffield to Atherton without a car is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs £16 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 57m to get from Sheffield to Atherton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sheffield to Atherton train from?

Sheffield to Atherton train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Sheffield station.

Where does the Sheffield to Atherton train arrive?

Sheffield to Atherton train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Oxford Road station.

Can I drive from Sheffield to Atherton?

Yes, the driving distance between Sheffield to Atherton is 51 miles. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Sheffield to Atherton.

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

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Where can I stay near Atherton?

There are 3534+ hotels available in Atherton.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Cleethorpes - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Salford Crescent to Athertontrain Leeds - Wigan Wallgate / ...
1h 57m
£17–34
Drive 51.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sheffield to Athertoncar 51.1 mi
1h 22m
£13–19
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Cleethorpes - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Chester Street to Morley Streetbus V2
1h 58m
£15–29

Sheffield to Atherton by train

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1h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 53.6 mi
Duration: 1h 57m

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

You can take a train from Sheffield to Atherton via Manchester Oxford Road and Salford Crescent in around 1h 57m.

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