4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Liverpool to Sheffield
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
4 h 55 m
Average duration
5 h 27 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
100 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Liverpool to Sheffield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Sheffield will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.
Of the 5 buses that leave Liverpool 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 100 km distance in an average of 5 h 27 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 57 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 and coach for Liverpool to Sheffield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Sheffield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 59m. 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 £13, and a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 100 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£19 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price |
3h 57m Average total duration 3h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg 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
Liverpool to Sheffield bus times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Sheffield coaches for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX170 · NX240 | Delayed 14:15 02:40Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 5h05 | 07:45 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 change | |
| NX170 · NX131 | Delayed 14:15 05:10Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 5h40 | 14:45 14:45Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 change | |
| NX170 · NX131 | Delayed 14:15 07:50Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 4h55 | 14:45 14:45Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 change | |
| NX171 · NX131 | Delayed 14:43 09:28Liverpool, University | 5h17 | 14:45 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 change | |
| NX170 · NX131 | Delayed 14:15 10:50Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 5h15 | 16:05 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 change | |
| NX171 · NX131 | Delayed 14:43 12:13Liverpool, University | 5h57 | 18:10 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 change | |
| NX170 · NX195 | Delayed 14:15 13:35Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 5h20 | 18:55 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 change | |
| NX170 · NX195 | 13:47 Liverpool, Botanic Park | 5h08 | 18:55 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 change | |
| NX170 · NX466 | On time 19:15 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 5h35 | 00:50 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 change | |
| NX170 · NX466 | 19:27 Liverpool, Botanic Park | 5h23 | 00:50 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 change | |
| NX171 · NX172 · NX180 | On time 21:23 Liverpool, University | 5h57 | 03:20 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 2 changes | |
| Tuesday 2 December | |||||
| 04:10 Liverpool | 5h40 | 09:50 Sheffield | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:50 Liverpool | 4h55 | 11:45 Sheffield | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:20 Liverpool | 5h25 | 13:45 Sheffield | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:13 Liverpool | 5h57 | 17:10 Sheffield | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Liverpool to Sheffield
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Buses from Liverpool to Sheffield run on average 24 times per day, taking around 3h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £11 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:12, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 100 km distance in 4h 20m.
Distance 100 km |
Average bus duration 3h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 24 |
Fastest bus 4h 20m |
First bus 00:12 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus from Liverpool to SheffieldYou can travel by bus between Liverpool to Sheffield with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Coaches from Liverpool to Sheffield
Coaches from Liverpool to Sheffield are a comfortable and cost-effective way of travelling between these two cities. All routes require connections and there around three dozen departures a day with the same timetable in place seven days a week. Journey times are between four and a half hours and seven and a half hours with departures from Liverpool One Bus Station on Canning Street and pickups from Liverpool Botanic Gardens and Liverpool University. Arrivals are at the Sheffield Interchange Coach Station.
Which coach companies travel from Liverpool to Sheffield?
Coaches to Sheffield from Liverpool are operated by National Express Coaches, a large transport company with headquarters in Birmingham that operates routes across the United Kingdom and Europe. Its fleet is modern with comfortable seating and onboard services that include WiFi, toilets, air conditioning or heating and luggage space.
How long is the coach from Liverpool to Sheffield?
All coaches from Liverpool to Sheffield involve one or two connections and have journey times of between four and a half hours and seven and a half hours depending on the route taken and the transfer waiting times. Connections are made at Manchester or Leeds or both.
How many coaches are there from Liverpool to Sheffield?
There are at least three dozen coaches from Liverpool to Sheffield every day of the week. Departures start in the early hours of the morning and continue until late evening.
What are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from Liverpool to Sheffield?
Departure bus station: All coaches to Sheffield from Liverpool start their journey at Liverpool One Bus Station in Canning Street before going on to make pickups at Liverpool Botanic Gardens and Liverpool University. Liverpool One Bus Station is adjacent to the Liverpool One Shopping Complex in the centre of the city and just a few minutes' walk from the train station. Passengers have access to the shops, restaurants and services of the shopping centre while toilets, taxis and waiting areas are available at the bus station.
Arrival bus station: Coaches from Liverpool complete their journey at the Sheffield Interchange Coach Station, which is conveniently located for the town centre. It is part of a city transport network of local and intercity trains, local and long-distance buses and trams. Facilities at the coach station include car parking, taxi ranks, waiting areas, WiFi, toilets, shops and a cafe.
FAQs: Liverpool to Sheffield coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool and Sheffield
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café in the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 10A, 14, 14A, 18, 79, 82 Train: Merseyrail
Taxis- Bus: 699, 86C, 86A Train: Liverpool Lime Street
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret A Manger (in the station)
- Costa Coffee (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 10A, 14, 14A, 82, 86A Train: Merseyrail
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket 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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