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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Sheffield is to bus via Meadowhall Interchange/A3 which costs £6 - £18 and takes 1h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Sheffield is to train which takes 55 min and costs £8 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Sheffield?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Coop Live and arriving at Sheffield Interchange/E2. Services depart twice a week, and operate Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Sheffield?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Sheffield. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

How far is it from Manchester to Sheffield?

The distance between Manchester and Sheffield is 42 miles. The road distance is 39.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Sheffield without a car is to train which takes 55 min and costs £8 - £30.

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

The train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffield takes 55 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Sheffield bus from?

Manchester to Sheffield bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coop Live station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Sheffield train from?

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

Train or bus from Manchester to Sheffield?

The best way to get from Manchester to Sheffield is to train which takes 55 min and costs £8 - £30. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £22 and takes 1h 40m.

Where does the Manchester to Sheffield bus arrive?

Manchester to Sheffield bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sheffield Interchange/E2 station.

Where does the Manchester to Sheffield train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Sheffield?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Sheffield is 39 miles. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Manchester to Sheffield.

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

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Where can I stay near Sheffield?

There are 1577+ hotels available in Sheffield.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to SheffieldLiverpool Lime Street - Cleethorpes / ...
55 min
£8–30
Bus via Meadowhall Interchange/A3
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Meadowhall Interchange/B1Uk079
1h 55m
£7–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coop Live to Sheffield Interchange/E2Mc4
1h 40m
£15–22
Drive 38.9 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Sheffield38.9 mi
1h 2m
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manchester to Sheffield38.9 mi
1h 2m
£160–200

Manchester to Sheffield by train

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Distance: 42.1 mi
Duration: 55 min

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffield hourly. Tickets cost £11–29 and the journey takes 55 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Coop Live to Sheffield Interchange/E2 twice a week. Tickets cost £15–22 and the journey takes 1h 40m.

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