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

The cheapest way to get from Sunderland to Sheffield is to bus which costs £14 - £35 and takes 3h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sunderland to Sheffield is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Sunderland and Sheffield?

No, there is no direct bus from Sunderland to Sheffield. However, there are services departing from Sunderland Interchange and arriving at Waingate/CG19 via Meadowhall Interchange/A3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Sunderland and Sheffield?

No, there is no direct train from Sunderland to Sheffield. However, there are services departing from Sunderland and arriving at Sheffield via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Sunderland to Sheffield?

The distance between Sunderland and Sheffield is 143 miles. The road distance is 123.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sunderland to Sheffield without a car is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs £22 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Sunderland to Sheffield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Sheffield bus from?

Sunderland to Sheffield bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Sunderland Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Sheffield train from?

Sunderland to Sheffield train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Newcastle station.

Train or bus from Sunderland to Sheffield?

The best way to get from Sunderland to Sheffield is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs £22 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £40 and takes 3h 19m.

Where does the Sunderland to Sheffield bus arrive?

Sunderland to Sheffield bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Meadowhall Interchange/B1 station.

Where does the Sunderland to Sheffield train arrive?

Sunderland to Sheffield train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Sunderland to Sheffield?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunderland to Sheffield is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Sunderland to Sheffield.

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

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Where can I stay near Sheffield?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Sunderland to Sheffield 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 Newcastle to SheffieldNewcastle - Reading / ...
2h 38m
£22–102
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sunderland Interchange to Meadowhall Interchange/B1Uk010
3h 19m
£14–38
Drive 122.4 mi
1. Drive from Sunderland to Sheffield122.4 mi
2h 4m
£30–44
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Sunderland Interchange to Sheffield Meadowhall InterchangeUk010
3h 19m
£14–33

Sunderland to Sheffield by train

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2h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 141.7 mi
Duration: 2h 38m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Newcastle to Sheffield hourly. Tickets cost £20–95 and the journey takes 1h 48m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Sunderland Interchange to Meadowhall Interchange/B1 every 4 hours. Tickets cost £11–29 and the journey takes 2h 50m. National Express also services this route once a week.

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