4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leicester to Sheffield
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 13 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
86 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Leicester to Sheffield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Sheffield will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.
Of the 4 buses that leave Leicester 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 86 km distance in an average of 2 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 25 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 coach and train for Leicester to Sheffield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester 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 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 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 86 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£10 Average Price Cheapest | £20 Average Price |
2h 18m Average total duration 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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
Leicester to Sheffield bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Sheffield coaches for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX180 | On time 23:55 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2h00 | 01:55 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 changesdirect | |
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| NX195 | 02:40 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2h10 | 04:50 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX240 | 12:30 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2h25 | 14:55 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX240 | 19:30 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2h15 | 21:45 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leicester to Sheffield
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Buses from Leicester to Sheffield run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 but you can travel from only £5 by train.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 86 km distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 86 km |
Average bus duration 1h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 2h 0m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express, FlixBus from Leicester to SheffieldYou can travel by bus between Leicester to Sheffield with Megabus, National Express, FlixBus for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Leicester to Sheffield coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester 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.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Leicester, St. Margaret's Bus Station, which is located around 0.2 miles (368 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange), located 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leicester 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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