What is the best way to travel from Preston to Sheffield?
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What is the cheapest way to reach Sheffield from Preston?
You can get to Sheffield with just $16 by taking a Train from Northern, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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Northern2h 40m05:25 AMPrestonCentral Station8:05 AMSheffieldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 2/25/2025 5:25:00 AM to Central Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 2/25/2025 8:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 40m
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Northern2h 33m010:10 AMPrestonCentral Station12:43 PMSheffieldDarnall Train Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 2/25/2025 10:10:00 AM to Darnall Train Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 2/25/2025 12:43:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 33m
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Northern2h 32m06:11 AMPrestonCentral Station8:43 AMSheffieldDarnall Train Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 2/25/2025 6:11:00 AM to Darnall Train Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 2/25/2025 8:43:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 32m
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Avanti West Coast2h 34m011:00 AMPrestonCentral Station1:34 PMSheffieldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 2/25/2025 11:00:00 AM to Central Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 2/25/2025 1:34:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $51 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 34m
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National Express6h 40m03:15 AMPrestonBus Station9:55 AMSheffieldBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 2/25/2025 3:15:00 AM to Bus Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 2/25/2025 9:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 40m
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National Express9h 25m010:20 PMPrestonBus Station7:45 AMSheffieldBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 2/25/2025 10:20:00 PM to Bus Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 2/26/2025 7:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 25m
Cheapest Trains Tuesday
Cheapest Buses Tuesday
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Northern2h 40m05:25 AMPrestonCentral Station8:05 AMSheffieldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 2/26/2025 5:25:00 AM to Central Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 2/26/2025 8:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 40m
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TransPennine Express1h 47m06:47 AMPrestonCentral Station8:34 AMSheffieldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from TransPennine Express goes from Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 2/26/2025 6:47:00 AM to Central Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 2/26/2025 8:34:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $22 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 47m
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TransPennine Express1h 47m07:48 AMPrestonCentral Station9:35 AMSheffieldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from TransPennine Express goes from Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 2/26/2025 7:48:00 AM to Central Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 2/26/2025 9:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 47m
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Northern1h 58m06:11 AMPrestonCentral Station8:09 AMSheffieldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 2/26/2025 6:11:00 AM to Central Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 2/26/2025 8:09:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 58m
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Northern1h 56m07:13 AMPrestonCentral Station9:09 AMSheffieldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 2/26/2025 7:13:00 AM to Central Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 2/26/2025 9:09:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 56m
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National Express6h 40m03:15 AMPrestonBus Station9:55 AMSheffieldBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 2/26/2025 3:15:00 AM to Bus Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 2/26/2025 9:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 40m
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National Express9h 25m010:20 PMPrestonBus Station7:45 AMSheffieldBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 2/26/2025 10:20:00 PM to Bus Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 2/27/2025 7:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 25m
Cheapest Trains Wednesday
Cheapest Buses Wednesday
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National Express8h 50m010:20 PMPrestonBus Station7:10 AMSheffieldBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 2/28/2025 10:20:00 PM to Bus Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/1/2025 7:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $22 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 50m
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National Express6h 40m03:15 AMPrestonBus Station9:55 AMSheffieldBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 2/28/2025 3:15:00 AM to Bus Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 2/28/2025 9:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 40m
Cheapest Buses Friday
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Northern2h 43m09:26 AMPrestonCentral Station12:09 PMSheffieldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 3/2/2025 9:26:00 AM to Central Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/2/2025 12:09:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 43m
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Avanti West Coast2h 4m08:59 AMPrestonCentral Station11:03 AMSheffieldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 3/2/2025 8:59:00 AM to Central Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/2/2025 11:03:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $53 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 4m
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Avanti West Coast2h 8m010:01 AMPrestonCentral Station12:09 PMSheffieldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 3/2/2025 10:01:00 AM to Central Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/2/2025 12:09:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $53 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 8m
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Avanti West Coast2h 10m010:57 AMPrestonCentral Station1:07 PMSheffieldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 3/2/2025 10:57:00 AM to Central Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/2/2025 1:07:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $53 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 10m
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Northern2h 37m010:27 AMPrestonCentral Station1:04 PMSheffieldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 3/2/2025 10:27:00 AM to Central Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/2/2025 1:04:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $53 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 37m
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What are the fastest trips from Preston to Sheffield?
You can get to Sheffield from Preston in just 1h 47m with a Train from TransPennine Express. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.
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Northern2h 32m06:11 AMPrestonCentral Station8:43 AMSheffieldDarnall Train Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 2/25/2025 6:11:00 AM to Darnall Train Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 2/25/2025 8:43:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 32m
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Northern2h 33m010:10 AMPrestonCentral Station12:43 PMSheffieldDarnall Train Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 2/25/2025 10:10:00 AM to Darnall Train Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 2/25/2025 12:43:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 33m
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Avanti West Coast2h 34m011:00 AMPrestonCentral Station1:34 PMSheffieldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 2/25/2025 11:00:00 AM to Central Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 2/25/2025 1:34:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $51 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 34m
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Northern2h 40m05:25 AMPrestonCentral Station8:05 AMSheffieldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 2/25/2025 5:25:00 AM to Central Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 2/25/2025 8:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 40m
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National Express6h 40m03:15 AMPrestonBus Station9:55 AMSheffieldBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 2/25/2025 3:15:00 AM to Bus Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 2/25/2025 9:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 40m
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National Express9h 25m010:20 PMPrestonBus Station7:45 AMSheffieldBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 2/25/2025 10:20:00 PM to Bus Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 2/26/2025 7:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 25m
Fastest Trains Tuesday
Fastest Buses Tuesday
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TransPennine Express1h 47m06:47 AMPrestonCentral Station8:34 AMSheffieldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from TransPennine Express goes from Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 2/26/2025 6:47:00 AM to Central Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 2/26/2025 8:34:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $22 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 47m
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TransPennine Express1h 47m07:48 AMPrestonCentral Station9:35 AMSheffieldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from TransPennine Express goes from Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 2/26/2025 7:48:00 AM to Central Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 2/26/2025 9:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 47m
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Northern1h 56m07:13 AMPrestonCentral Station9:09 AMSheffieldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 2/26/2025 7:13:00 AM to Central Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 2/26/2025 9:09:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 56m
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Northern1h 58m06:11 AMPrestonCentral Station8:09 AMSheffieldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 2/26/2025 6:11:00 AM to Central Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 2/26/2025 8:09:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 58m
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Northern2h 40m05:25 AMPrestonCentral Station8:05 AMSheffieldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 2/26/2025 5:25:00 AM to Central Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 2/26/2025 8:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 40m
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National Express6h 40m03:15 AMPrestonBus Station9:55 AMSheffieldBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 2/26/2025 3:15:00 AM to Bus Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 2/26/2025 9:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 40m
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National Express9h 25m010:20 PMPrestonBus Station7:45 AMSheffieldBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 2/26/2025 10:20:00 PM to Bus Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 2/27/2025 7:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 25m
Fastest Trains Wednesday
Fastest Buses Wednesday
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National Express6h 40m03:15 AMPrestonBus Station9:55 AMSheffieldBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 2/28/2025 3:15:00 AM to Bus Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 2/28/2025 9:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 40m
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National Express8h 50m010:20 PMPrestonBus Station7:10 AMSheffieldBus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 2/28/2025 10:20:00 PM to Bus Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/1/2025 7:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $22 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 50m
Fastest Buses Friday
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Avanti West Coast2h 4m08:59 AMPrestonCentral Station11:03 AMSheffieldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 3/2/2025 8:59:00 AM to Central Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/2/2025 11:03:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $53 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 4m
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Avanti West Coast2h 8m010:01 AMPrestonCentral Station12:09 PMSheffieldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 3/2/2025 10:01:00 AM to Central Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/2/2025 12:09:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $53 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 8m
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Avanti West Coast2h 10m010:57 AMPrestonCentral Station1:07 PMSheffieldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 3/2/2025 10:57:00 AM to Central Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/2/2025 1:07:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $53 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 10m
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Northern2h 37m010:27 AMPrestonCentral Station1:04 PMSheffieldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 3/2/2025 10:27:00 AM to Central Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/2/2025 1:04:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $53 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 37m
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Northern2h 43m09:26 AMPrestonCentral Station12:09 PMSheffieldCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 3/2/2025 9:26:00 AM to Central Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/2/2025 12:09:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 43m
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Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Preston to Sheffield
What are the most popular stations in Preston and Sheffield?
In Preston, you will usually depart from Bus Station, Central Station or Little Oaks Bus Stop, while in Sheffield you will be arriving at Central Station, Woodhouse Station or Meadowhall Interchange, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Sheffield from Preston? With 5 connections between 4 Bus and Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Preston and Sheffield, you can pay as low as $16 with a Train from Northern.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from TransPennine Express: you will get to Sheffield in just 1h 47m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Preston and Sheffield are Northern, National Express and Avanti West Coast, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Preston and Sheffield is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Bamber Bridge or to Oughtibridge, and look at flights from Blackpool Airport, and landing at Doncaster Sheffield Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Preston to Sheffield?
The most popular companies between Preston and Sheffield, are Northern, National Express and Avanti West Coast. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: National Express
Train companies: Northern, Avanti West Coast and TransPennine Express
All you need to know when you travel from Preston to Sheffield
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Preston to Sheffield. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Preston to Sheffield
How can I reach Sheffield from Preston?
Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Bus and Train, with which you can get to Sheffield from Preston.
How far is Sheffield from Preston?
The distance between Preston and Sheffield is 57.1 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Preston and Sheffield?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 2 kgs of CO2, a train 3 kgs, a car 16 kgs, and a flight 23 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Preston to Sheffield?
You can get to Sheffield with just $16 by taking a Train from Northern.
What is the fastest way to get from Preston to Sheffield?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Sheffield in just 1h 47m with a Train from TransPennine Express.
More routes to Preston and to Sheffield
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