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

The cheapest way to get from Sheffield to Aintree is to bus which costs £11 - £19 and takes 2h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sheffield to Aintree is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Sheffield and Aintree?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sheffield Interchange/E2 and arriving at Aintree Racecourse. Services depart once a week, and operate Saturday. The journey takes approximately 2h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Sheffield and Aintree?

No, there is no direct train from Sheffield to Aintree. However, there are services departing from Sheffield and arriving at Old Roan via Liverpool South Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from Sheffield to Aintree?

The distance between Sheffield and Aintree is 72 miles. The road distance is 70.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sheffield to Aintree without a car is to bus which takes 2h 20m and costs £11 - £19.

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

The bus from Sheffield Interchange/E2 to Aintree Racecourse takes 2h 20m including transfers and departs once a week.

Where do I catch the Sheffield to Aintree bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Sheffield to Aintree train from?

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

Train or bus from Sheffield to Aintree?

The best way to get from Sheffield to Aintree is to bus which takes 2h 20m and costs £11 - £19. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £27 - £60 and takes 2h 23m.

Where does the Sheffield to Aintree bus arrive?

Sheffield to Aintree bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Aintree Racecourse station.

Where does the Sheffield to Aintree train arrive?

Sheffield to Aintree train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Liverpool South Parkway station.

Can I drive from Sheffield to Aintree?

Yes, the driving distance between Sheffield to Aintree is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Sheffield to Aintree.

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

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Where can I stay near Aintree?

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

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1. Take the bus from Sheffield Interchange/E2 to Aintree Racecoursebus Gn4
2h 20m
£11–19
Train
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain Cleethorpes - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Old Roantrain Hunts Cross - Ormskirk
2h 23m
£28–59
Drive 70 mi
1. Drive from Sheffield to Aintreecar 70 mi
1h 41m
£18–26

Sheffield to Aintree by train

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2h 23mAverage Duration

£28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 71.2 mi
Duration: 2h 20m

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

National Express operates a bus from Sheffield Interchange/E2 to Aintree Racecourse once a week. Tickets cost £11–19 and the journey takes 2h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Sheffield to Old Roan via Liverpool South Parkway in around 2h 23m.

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