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

The cheapest way to get from Sheffield to Alston is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sheffield to Alston is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Sheffield and Alston?

No, there is no direct bus from Sheffield to Alston. However, there are services departing from Castle Street/CG22 and arriving at Hendersons Garage via Meadowhall Interchange/B1 and The Courts. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.

How far is it from Sheffield to Alston?

The distance between Sheffield and Alston is 166 miles. The road distance is 132.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sheffield to Alston without a car is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs £75 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from Sheffield to Alston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sheffield to Alston bus from?

Sheffield to Alston bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 station.

Train or bus from Sheffield to Alston?

The best way to get from Sheffield to Alston is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs £75 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 26m.

Where does the Sheffield to Alston bus arrive?

Sheffield to Alston bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Halston Hotel station.

Can I drive from Sheffield to Alston?

Yes, the driving distance between Sheffield to Alston is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Sheffield to Alston.

Where can I stay near Alston?

There are 392+ hotels available in Alston.

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

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

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 Sheffield to Manchester Oxford RoadCleethorpes - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Penrith North LakesManchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
3h 51m
£75–156
Drive 131.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sheffield to Alston131.6 mi
2h 21m
£33–47
Bus
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Halston HotelUkn31
2. Take the bus from The Courts to Hendersons Garage680A
6h 26m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Sheffield to CarlisleSheffield - Carlisle
2. Take the bus from The Courts to Hendersons Garage680A
6h 7m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Sheffield to Alston.

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Distance: 165 mi
Duration: 3h 51m

What companies run services between Sheffield, England and Alston, Cumbria, England?

You can take a train from Sheffield to Alston via Manchester Oxford Road and Penrith North Lakes in around 3h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Castle Street/CG22 to Hendersons Garage via Meadowhall Interchange/C2, Meadowhall Interchange/B1, Halston Hotel, and The Courts in around 6h 26m.

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