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

The cheapest way to get from Sheffield to Lanark is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 4h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sheffield to Lanark is to drive which takes 4h 10m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Sheffield and Lanark?

No, there is no direct train from Sheffield to Lanark. However, there are services departing from Sheffield and arriving at Lanark via Manchester Oxford Road, Preston and Motherwell. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

How far is it from Sheffield to Lanark?

The distance between Sheffield and Lanark is 317 miles. The road distance is 215.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sheffield to Lanark without a car is to train which takes 5h 24m and costs £150 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 5h 24m to get from Sheffield to Lanark, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sheffield to Lanark train from?

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

Where does the Sheffield to Lanark train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sheffield to Lanark?

Yes, the driving distance between Sheffield to Lanark is 215 miles. It takes approximately 4h 10m to drive from Sheffield to Lanark.

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

Book your Sheffield to Lanark train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Lanark?

There are 309+ hotels available in Lanark.

Sheffield to Lanark - 6 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Sheffield to Lanark by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Motherwelltrain Plymouth - Glasgow Central
5h 24m
£158–222
Drive 214.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sheffield to Lanarkcar 214.1 mi
4h 10m
£53–76
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane MAN - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Lanarktrain
6h 31m
£78–227
Train via Preston
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Prestontrain
3. Take the train from Preston to Motherwelltrain
5h 39m
£71–176
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BHX - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Lanarktrain
5h 8m
£82–184
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BHX - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Carluketrain
6h 8m
£96–196

Sheffield to Lanark by train and bus

13Weekly Services

5h 24mAverage Duration

£158Cheapest Price

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Distance: 315 mi
Duration: 5h 24m

What companies run services between Sheffield, England and Lanark, Scotland?

Cross Country operates a train from Sheffield to Motherwell twice daily. Tickets cost £150–220 and the journey takes 4h 35m.

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