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

The cheapest way to get from Sunderland to Sheffield is to bus which costs £14 - £35 and takes 4h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sunderland to Sheffield is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Sunderland and Sheffield?

No, there is no direct bus from Sunderland to Sheffield. However, there are services departing from Interchange and arriving at Sheffield Interchange/E2 via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Sunderland and Sheffield?

No, there is no direct train from Sunderland to Sheffield. However, there are services departing from Sunderland and arriving at Sheffield via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Sunderland to Sheffield?

The distance between Sunderland and Sheffield is 143 miles. The road distance is 123.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sunderland to Sheffield without a car is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs £55 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Sunderland to Sheffield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Sheffield bus from?

Sunderland to Sheffield bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Sheffield train from?

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

Train or bus from Sunderland to Sheffield?

The best way to get from Sunderland to Sheffield is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs £55 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £35 and takes 4h 10m.

Where does the Sunderland to Sheffield bus arrive?

Sunderland to Sheffield bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Sunderland to Sheffield train arrive?

Sunderland to Sheffield train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Sunderland to Sheffield?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunderland to Sheffield is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Sunderland to Sheffield.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Sunderland to Sheffield?

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Where can I stay near Sheffield?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Sheffieldtrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
2h 38m
£59–92
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 133 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Sheffield Interchange/E2bus 131 / ...
4h 10m
£15–34
Drive 122.4 mi
1. Drive from Sunderland to Sheffieldcar 122.4 mi
2h 6m
£31–44
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Sunderland to Thornabytrain
2. Take the train from Thornaby to Leedstrain
3. Take the train from Leeds to Meadowhalltrain
4h 22m
£45–78

Sunderland to Sheffield by train

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2h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 141.7 mi
Duration: 2h 38m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Newcastle to Sheffield hourly. Tickets cost £55–85 and the journey takes 1h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Interchange to Sheffield Interchange/E2 via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station in around 4h 10m.

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