The cheapest and fastest coaches from Ilkeston to Sheffield
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
50 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
47 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Ilkeston to Sheffield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ilkeston to Sheffield will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
Of the 1 buses that leave Ilkeston 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 47 km distance in an average of 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 50 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 coach and train for Ilkeston to Sheffield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ilkeston to Sheffield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 47 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£7 Average Price Cheapest | £10 Average Price |
1h 23m Average total duration 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 12m Average total duration Fastest 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Ilkeston to Sheffield bus times
The table below shows live departures for Ilkeston to Sheffield coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 25 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 21:10 Ilkeston | 0h50 | 22:00 Sheffield | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Ilkeston to Sheffield
Buses from Ilkeston to Sheffield run on average 4 times per day, taking around 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:55, the last at 21:10. The fastest coach covers the 47 km distance in 50m.
Distance 47 km |
Average bus duration 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 50m |
First bus 00:55 |
Last bus 21:10 |
FAQs: Ilkeston to Sheffield coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ilkeston 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.

popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ilkeston 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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