The cheapest and fastest coaches from Ilford to Sheffield
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
4 h 5 m
Average duration
4 h 5 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
228 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Ilford to Sheffield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ilford to Sheffield will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.
Of the 1 buses that leave Ilford for Sheffield every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 228 km distance in an average of 4 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 5 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.


Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Ilford to Sheffield
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Ilford to Sheffield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a flight costs an average of £169.
Distance: 228 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£7 Average Price Cheapest | £56 Average Price | £184 Average Price |
4h 7m Average total duration 3h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 17m Average total duration 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Ilford to Sheffield
Buses from Ilford to Sheffield run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 228 km distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 228 km |
Average bus duration 3h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 3h 40m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Megabus from Ilford to SheffieldYou can travel by bus between Ilford to Sheffield with FlixBus, Megabus for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Megabus
FAQs: Ilford to Sheffield coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ilford 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.
- 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.
- 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).
- 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.
- 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 Ilford and Sheffield
- 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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