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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Sheffield is to bus via Leeds which costs £15 - £23 and takes 4h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Sheffield is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Sheffield?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle to Sheffield. However, there are services departing from Halston Hotel and arriving at Waingate/CG19 via Meadowhall Interchange/A3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Sheffield?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Carlisle and arriving at Sheffield. Services depart once a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 3h 43m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Sheffield?

The distance between Carlisle and Sheffield is 164 miles. The road distance is 141.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Sheffield without a car is to train via Manchester which takes 3h 8m and costs £35 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Carlisle to Sheffield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Sheffield bus from?

Carlisle to Sheffield bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Carlisle station.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Sheffield train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlisle to Sheffield?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Sheffield is to train via Manchester which takes 3h 8m and costs £35 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £28 and takes 3h 48m.

Where does the Carlisle to Sheffield bus arrive?

Carlisle to Sheffield bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds Cultural Stop C station.

Where does the Carlisle to Sheffield train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlisle to Sheffield?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Sheffield is 142 miles. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Carlisle to Sheffield.

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

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

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Carlisle to Sheffield - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Carlisle to Sheffield by train, bus, or car

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Train via Manchester
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Sheffieldtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Cleethorpes / ...
3h 8m
£38–113
Bus via Leeds
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Carlisle to Leeds Cultural Stop Cbus Ukn31
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Sheffield Interchange/E2bus 131 / ...
4h 30m
£15–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Meadowhall Interchange/B1bus Ukn31
3h 48m
£20–27
Drive 140.7 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Sheffieldcar 140.7 mi
2h 56m
£35–50
Train
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Sheffieldtrain Carlisle - Nottingham / ...
3h 43m
£28–70

Carlisle to Sheffield by train

100Weekly Trains

3h 8mAverage Duration

£38Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Carlisle to Sheffield.

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Distance: 162.7 mi
Duration: 3h 8m

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

You can take a train from Carlisle to Sheffield via Manchester Oxford Road in around 3h 8m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Halston Hotel to Meadowhall Interchange/B1 every 4 hours. Tickets cost £17–24 and the journey takes 3h 25m.

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