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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Sheffield is to bus which costs £10 - £17 and takes 3h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Sheffield is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Sheffield?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Sheffield. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Waingate/CG19 via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Meadowhall Interchange/A3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Sheffield?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Sheffield. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Sheffield via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

How far is it from Preston to Sheffield?

The distance between Preston and Sheffield is 74 miles. The road distance is 73 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Sheffield without a car is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs £24 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 4m to get from Preston to Sheffield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Sheffield bus from?

Preston to Sheffield bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Sheffield train from?

Preston to Sheffield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston to Sheffield?

The best way to get from Preston to Sheffield is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs £24 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £17 and takes 3h 59m.

Where does the Preston to Sheffield bus arrive?

Preston to Sheffield bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Preston to Sheffield train arrive?

Preston to Sheffield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Preston to Sheffield?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Sheffield is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Preston to Sheffield.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Sheffield?

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Preston to Sheffield - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffieldtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Cleethorpes / ...
2h 4m
£25–57
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus Uk030
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Sheffield Meadowhall Interchangebus Uk079
3h 59m
£10–16
Drive 72.6 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Sheffieldcar 72.6 mi
1h 36m
£18–26

Preston to Sheffield by train

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2h 4mAverage Duration

£25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 73.3 mi
Duration: 2h 4m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Sheffield via Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Waingate/CG19 via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Meadowhall Interchange/A3 in around 3h 59m.

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