4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bradford to Sheffield
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
1 h 25 m
Average duration
1 h 56 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
49 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bradford to Sheffield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bradford to Sheffield will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £6.
Of the 5 buses that leave Bradford for Sheffield every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 49 km distance in an average of 1 h 56 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bradford to Sheffield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bradford to Sheffield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 49 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£8 Average Price Cheapest | £10 Average Price |
2h 2m Average total duration 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bradford to Sheffield bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bradford to Sheffield coaches for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX131 | 14:25 Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 1h40 | 16:05 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX466 | 23:20 Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 1h30 | 00:50 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX465 · NX180 | 23:50 Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 3h30 | 03:20 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 4 February | |||||
| NX131 | 05:00 Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 1h25 | 06:25 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bradford to Sheffield
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Buses from Bradford to Sheffield run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £5 by train.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:25, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 49 km distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 49 km |
Average bus duration 1h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 1h 25m |
First bus 03:25 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus from Bradford to SheffieldYou can travel by bus between Bradford to Sheffield with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Megabus
Buses from Bradford to Sheffield
Buses provide a quick and convenient way to travel from Bradford to Sheffield with National Express offering a choice of 16 direct services each day. The first coach sets off at 5:20 a.m. and the last leaves at 11:00 p.m. Travel time for the 44-mile journey ranges from 1 hour and 20 minutes up to 1 hour and 55 minutes. Buses to Sheffield leave from Bradford Coach Station at the Metro Interchange on Bridge Street, a major transport hub for the city. Buses from Bradford arrive at Sheffield Coach Station Interchange. Located on Pond Street, it offers flexible onward connections by local bus, tram or train.
FAQs: Bradford to Sheffield coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bradford to Sheffield by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Sheffield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bradford and Sheffield
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Costa Coffee (in the station)
- Upper Crust (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: 1, 7, 8, 24, 25 Train: Sheffield Station
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