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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cardiff to Sheffield
Showing times and prices for 05 Nov
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
5 h 10 m
Average duration
7 h 22 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
241 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cardiff to Sheffield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Sheffield will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.
Fast coaches
Of the 5 buses that leave Cardiff for Sheffield every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 241 km distance in an average of 7 h 22 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 h 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.
13:106h05
Cardiff19:15Sheffield
£181One-way
0 changes
16:105h10
Cardiff21:20Sheffield
£211One-way
0 changes
21:1010h00
Cardiff07:10Sheffield
£271One-way
0 changes
07:206h10
Cardiff13:30Sheffield
£321One-way
0 changes
03:459h25
Cardiff13:10Sheffield
£331One-way
0 changes
16:105h10
Cardiff21:20Sheffield
£211One-way
0 changes
13:106h05
Cardiff19:15Sheffield
£181One-way
0 changes
07:206h10
Cardiff13:30Sheffield
£321One-way
0 changes
03:459h25
Cardiff13:10Sheffield
£331One-way
0 changes
21:1010h00
Cardiff07:10Sheffield
£271One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cardiff to Sheffield
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Sheffield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £33.
Distance: 241 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£26 Average Price Cheapest | £71 Average Price |
6h 31m Average total duration 6h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration Fastest 3h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cardiff to Sheffield bus times
Showing buses for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 22:40
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03:45 Cardiff | 9h25 | 13:10 Sheffield | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:20 Cardiff | 6h10 | 13:30 Sheffield | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:10 Cardiff | 6h05 | 19:15 Sheffield | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:10 Cardiff | 5h10 | 21:20 Sheffield | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:10 Cardiff | 10h00 | 07:10 Sheffield | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cardiff to Sheffield
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Cardiff to Sheffield run on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 241 km |
Average bus duration 6h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 4h 55m |
First bus 00:35 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Cardiff to SheffieldYou can travel by bus between Cardiff to Sheffield with National Express, Megabus for as low as £16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 55m
Cheapest Price
£16
National Express frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
Megabus
About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
9h 30m
Cheapest Price
£29
Megabus frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
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).
Additional luggage
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.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
FAQs: Cardiff to Sheffield coach
FAQs: Take the bus from Cardiff to Sheffield with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Cardiff to Sheffield.
Cheap coach tickets from Cardiff to Sheffield can start from as little as £11 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Cardiff to Sheffield is £30; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Cardiff to Sheffield is 4 h 55 min to travel the 149 mile long journey, with around there are 17 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Cardiff to Sheffield leaves at 03: 15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last coach from Cardiff to Sheffield leaves at 22: 10.
There are 17 coaches a day from Cardiff to Sheffield which require at least one change with National Express, Megabus or FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the journey from Cardiff to Sheffield you can take a coach with National Express, Megabus or FlixBus. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services to Sheffield from Cardiff on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
A trip to Sheffield from Cardiff is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 55 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Cardiff to Sheffield is March.
You have options as you can travel to Sheffield from Cardiff 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Cardiff to Sheffield has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Cardiff to Sheffield.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Cardiff to Sheffield.
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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Cardiff to Sheffield.
No, luggage for the coach from Cardiff to Sheffield needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Cardiff to Sheffield.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Cardiff to Sheffield.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Cardiff to Sheffield.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Cardiff to Sheffield.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Sheffield
Cardiff
Sheffield
The major coach station for departures in Cardiff is Cardiff, Sophia Gardens. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cardiff, Sophia Gardens for your trip from Cardiff to Sheffield.
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Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)
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Cardiff, North Road (St Josephs Convent)
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The major coach station for arrivals in Sheffield is Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) for your trip to Sheffield from Cardiff.
Amenities at bus station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-23:00
Car connection
Pond StreetWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Costa Coffee (in the station)
- Upper Crust (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available near the entrance.
Public transport options for Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
- Bus: 1, 7, 8, 24, 25 Train: Sheffield Station
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