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

The cheapest way to get from Sheffield to Stanstead is to bus which costs £30 - £75 and takes 8h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sheffield to Stanstead is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Sheffield and Stanstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Sheffield to Stanstead. However, there are services departing from Sheffield Interchange/E2 and arriving at Stanway Close via St Margaret's Bus Station, Drummer St Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Sheffield and Stanstead?

No, there is no direct train from Sheffield to Stanstead. However, there are services departing from Sheffield and arriving at Bury St Edmunds via Doncaster and Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from Sheffield to Stanstead?

The distance between Sheffield and Stanstead is 166 miles. The road distance is 150.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sheffield to Stanstead without a car is to train via Peterborough which takes 3h 56m and costs £80 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Sheffield to Stanstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sheffield to Stanstead bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Sheffield to Stanstead train from?

Sheffield to Stanstead train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Doncaster station.

Train or bus from Sheffield to Stanstead?

The best way to get from Sheffield to Stanstead is to train via Peterborough which takes 3h 56m and costs £80 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 8h 29m.

Where does the Sheffield to Stanstead bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sheffield to Stanstead train arrive?

Sheffield to Stanstead train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Peterborough station.

Can I drive from Sheffield to Stanstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Sheffield to Stanstead is 150 miles. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Sheffield to Stanstead.

Where can I stay near Stanstead?

There are 493+ hotels available in Stanstead.

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

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

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Train via Peterborough
best
1. Take the train from Doncaster to Peterboroughtrain Leeds - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Bury St Edmundstrain Peterborough - Ipswich / ...
3h 56m
£80–138
Bus
cheapest
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 Parksidebus 777
3. Take the bus from Drummer St Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 13A / ...
8h 29m
£31–74
Drive 149.3 mi
1. Drive from Sheffield to Stansteadcar 149.3 mi
2h 56m
£37–53
Train
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Thetfordtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
5h 54m
£76–110

Sheffield to Stanstead by bus and foot

14Weekly Services

8h 29mAverage Duration

£31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 164.8 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

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

You can take a train from Sheffield to Stanstead via Doncaster, Peterborough, and Bury St Edmunds in around 3h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sheffield Interchange/E2 to Stanway Close via St Margaret's Bus Station, Parkside, Drummer St Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 8h 29m.

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