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

The cheapest way to get from Sheffield to Penrith is to bus which costs £15 - £21 and takes 4h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sheffield to Penrith is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Sheffield and Penrith?

No, there is no direct train from Sheffield to Penrith. However, there are services departing from Sheffield and arriving at Penrith North Lakes via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Sheffield to Penrith?

The distance between Sheffield and Penrith is 146 miles. The road distance is 122.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sheffield to Penrith without a car is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs £23 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Sheffield to Penrith, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sheffield to Penrith train from?

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

Train or bus from Sheffield to Penrith?

The best way to get from Sheffield to Penrith is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs £23 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £21 and takes 4h 3m.

Where does the Sheffield to Penrith train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sheffield to Penrith?

Yes, the driving distance between Sheffield to Penrith is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Sheffield to Penrith.

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

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Where can I stay near Penrith?

There are 836+ hotels available in Penrith.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Sheffield to Penrith 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 / ...
3h 20m
£23–101
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Booth's Supermarketbus Ukn31
4h 3m
£15–21
Drive 122 mi
1. Drive from Sheffield to Penrithcar 122 mi
2h 37m
£30–43

Sheffield to Penrith by train

100Weekly Trains

3h 20mAverage Duration

£23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 145 mi
Duration: 3h 20m

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

You can take a train from Sheffield to Penrith North Lakes via Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 20m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Booth's Supermarket every 4 hours. Tickets cost £15–21 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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