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

The cheapest way to get from Sheffield to Prescot is to train and line 89 bus which costs £12 - £23 and takes 2h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sheffield to Prescot is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Sheffield and Prescot?

No, there is no direct bus from Sheffield to Prescot. However, there are services departing from Sheffield Interchange/E2 and arriving at Wycherley Street via Aintree Station, Aintree University Hospital and Ashton Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Sheffield and Prescot?

No, there is no direct train from Sheffield to Prescot. However, there are services departing from Sheffield and arriving at Whiston via Manchester Oxford Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.

How far is it from Sheffield to Prescot?

The distance between Sheffield and Prescot is 67 miles. The road distance is 64.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sheffield to Prescot without a car is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs £14 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 13m to get from Sheffield to Prescot, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sheffield to Prescot bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Sheffield to Prescot train from?

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

Train or bus from Sheffield to Prescot?

The best way to get from Sheffield to Prescot is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs £14 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £35 and takes 3h 58m.

Where does the Sheffield to Prescot bus arrive?

Sheffield to Prescot bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Aintree Festival Zone Package station.

Where does the Sheffield to Prescot train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sheffield to Prescot?

Yes, the driving distance between Sheffield to Prescot is 65 miles. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Sheffield to Prescot.

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

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Where can I stay near Prescot?

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Sheffield to Prescot - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 89 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Oxford RoadCleethorpes - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to WhistonManchester Airport - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2h 13m
£15–39
Train, line 89 bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Hunts CrossNorwich - Liverpool Lime Street
2. Take the bus from Hunts Cross Station to Queens Road89
2h 26m
£12–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Interchange/E2 to Aintree Festival Zone PackageGn4
3h 58m
£23–34
Drive 64.2 mi
1. Drive from Sheffield to Prescot64.2 mi
1h 32m
£16–23

Sheffield to Prescot by train

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2h 13mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Sheffield to Prescot.

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Distance: 66.3 mi
Duration: 2h 13m

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

You can take a train from Sheffield to Whiston via Manchester Oxford Road in around 2h 13m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sheffield Interchange/E2 to Aintree Festival Zone Package twice a week. Tickets cost £18–25 and the journey takes 2h 21m.

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