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

The cheapest way to get from Sheffield to Cumbria is to bus which costs £25 - £35 and takes 7h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sheffield to Cumbria is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Sheffield and Cumbria?

No, there is no direct bus from Sheffield to Cumbria. However, there are services departing from Castle Street/CG22 and arriving at Longthwaite road end via Meadowhall Interchange/B1, La Mexxaluna and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Sheffield and Cumbria?

No, there is no direct train from Sheffield to Cumbria. However, there are services departing from Sheffield and arriving at Penrith North Lakes via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

How far is it from Sheffield to Cumbria?

The distance between Sheffield and Cumbria is 155 miles. The road distance is 125.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sheffield to Cumbria without a car is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs £45 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Sheffield to Cumbria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sheffield to Cumbria bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Sheffield to Cumbria train from?

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

Train or bus from Sheffield to Cumbria?

The best way to get from Sheffield to Cumbria is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs £45 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £35 and takes 7h 23m.

Where does the Sheffield to Cumbria bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sheffield to Cumbria train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sheffield to Cumbria?

Yes, the driving distance between Sheffield to Cumbria is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Sheffield to Cumbria.

Where can I stay near Cumbria?

There are 863+ hotels available in Cumbria.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cleethorpes - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Penrith North Lakestrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
4h 56m
£46–80
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Halston Hotelbus Ukn31
7h 23m
£25–35
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cleethorpes - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Rail Stationbus 590
6h 3m
£31–55
Drive 124.8 mi
1. Drive from Sheffield to Cumbriacar 124.8 mi
2h 46m
£31–45

Sheffield to Cumbria by train and bus

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Distance: 153.8 mi
Duration: 4h 56m

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

You can take a train from Sheffield to Longthwaite road end via Manchester Piccadilly, Penrith North Lakes, and Rail Station in around 4h 56m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Halston Hotel 5 times a day. Tickets cost £16–25 and the journey takes 3h 25m.

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