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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Liverpool to Sheffield

Showing times and prices for 02 Mar

Cheapest price

£19

Average price

£20

Fastest journey

4 h 57 m

Average duration

5 h 2 m

Buses per day

24

Distance

100 km

Cheap tickets

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 £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £19.

Fast coaches

To travel from Liverpool to Sheffield you need to make at least one change.

National ExpressNX170 · NX131
11:025h03
Liverpool, Botanic Park
16:05Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
£191One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX170 · NX131
05:105h40
Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
10:50Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
£191One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX170 · NX131
05:155h35
Liverpool, University
10:50Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
£191One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX170 · NX131
05:185h32
Liverpool, Botanic Park
10:50Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
£191One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX170 · NX131
10:585h07
Liverpool, University
16:05Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
£191One-way
1 change

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 57m. 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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£19

Average Price

Cheapest

£21

Average Price

3h 59m

Average total duration

3h 29m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 27m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 57m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

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Live departures

Liverpool to Sheffield bus times

The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Sheffield coaches for tomorrow, Monday 2 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 20:19
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX170 · NX240
Delayed
05:10 02:40Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
5h05
07:45 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)		1 change
national_expressNX170 · NX240
Delayed
16:45 02:45Liverpool, University
5h00
07:45 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)		1 change
national_expressNX170 · NX240
On time
02:48 Liverpool, Botanic Park
4h57
07:45 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)		1 change
national_expressNX170 · NX131
Delayed
05:10 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
5h40
10:55 10:55Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)		1 change
national_expressNX170 · NX131
Delayed
16:45 05:15Liverpool, University
5h35
10:55 10:55Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)		1 change
national_expressNX170 · NX131
Delayed
05:18 Liverpool, Botanic Park
5h32
10:55 10:55Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)		1 change
national_expressNX171 · NX131
On time
09:20 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
5h25
14:45 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)		1 change
national_expressNX171 · NX131
Delayed
12:13 09:28Liverpool, University
5h17
14:45 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)		1 change
national_expressNX171 · NX131
Delayed
09:48 09:32Liverpool, Botanic Park
5h13
14:45 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)		1 change
national_expressNX170 · NX131
On time
10:50 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
5h15
16:05 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)		1 change
national_expressNX170 · NX131
Delayed
16:45 10:58Liverpool, University
5h07
16:05 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)		1 change
national_expressNX170 · NX131
On time
11:02 Liverpool, Botanic Park
5h03
16:05 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)		1 change
national_expressNX171 · NX131
On time
12:05 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
6h05
18:10 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)		1 change
national_expressNX171 · NX131
On time
12:13 Liverpool, University
5h57
18:10 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)		1 change
national_expressNX171 · NX131
On time
12:17 Liverpool, Botanic Park
5h53
18:10 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)		1 change
national_expressNX170 · NX195
On time
13:35 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
5h20
18:55 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)		1 change
national_expressNX170 · NX195
Delayed
16:45 13:43Liverpool, University
5h12
18:55 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)		1 change
national_expressNX170 · NX195
On time
13:47 Liverpool, Botanic Park
5h08
18:55 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)		1 change
national_expressNX170 · NX466
On time
19:15 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
5h35
00:50 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)		1 change
national_expressNX170 · NX466
On time
19:23 Liverpool, University
5h27
00:50 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)		1 change
national_expressNX170 · NX466
On time
19:27 Liverpool, Botanic Park
5h23
00:50 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)		1 change
national_expressNX171 · NX172 · NX180
On time
21:15 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
6h05
03:20 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)		2 changes
national_expressNX171 · NX172 · NX180
On time
21:23 Liverpool, University
5h57
03:20 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)		2 changes
national_expressNX171 · NX172 · NX180
On time
21:27 Liverpool, Botanic Park
5h53
03:20 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)		2 changes

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National Express as well as Megabus offer coaches services from Liverpool to Sheffield.
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Liverpool to Sheffield.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Liverpool to Sheffield.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Liverpool to Sheffield

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Buses from Liverpool to Sheffield run on average 25 times per day, taking around 3h 29m. 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.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £11
Distance
100 km
Average bus duration
3h 29m
Cheapest ticket price
£13
Buses per day
25
Fastest bus
4h 20m
First bus
00:12
Last bus
23:45
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £11

Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Liverpool to SheffieldYou can travel by bus between Liverpool to Sheffield with National Express, Megabus for as low as £11. 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 20m
Cheapest Price
£15
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.
Learn more about National Express

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
3h 54m
Cheapest Price
£12
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.

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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Liverpool to Sheffield can start from as little as £13 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Liverpool to Sheffield is £19; 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 Liverpool to Sheffield is 4h 20m to travel the 100 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Liverpool to Sheffield leaves at 0:12. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Liverpool to Sheffield leaves at 23:45.
There are 25 coaches a day from Liverpool to Sheffield which require at least one change with National Express, Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Liverpool to Sheffield, you can count on National Express, Megabus for the best way to get you to Sheffield. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Liverpool and Sheffield and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Liverpool , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place, Liverpool, University, Liverpool, Botanic Park, Liverpool, Edge Lane Drive, Liverpool, Liverpool One, Liverpool, Kwik Fit Old Swan, Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre, Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange), Warrington, Winwick Street (Bus Interchange), Ellesmere Port, Cheshire Oaks (Outlet Village) . When arriving in Sheffield , you can end your route in coach stations like Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange), Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place, which is located around 1 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange), located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Sheffield from Liverpool is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 20m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Liverpool to Sheffield is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Liverpool and Sheffield including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Liverpool to Sheffield:
  • Megabus
    • Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Liverpool to Sheffield for coach company National Express, Megabus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Liverpool to Sheffield depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
  • National Express
    • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Liverpool to Sheffield.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Liverpool to Sheffield:
  • 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).
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Liverpool to Sheffield:
  • 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.
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Liverpool to Sheffield.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Liverpool to Sheffield with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Liverpool to Sheffield with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Liverpool to Sheffield with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool and Sheffield

Liverpool
Sheffield
The major coach station for departures in Liverpool is Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place for your trip from Liverpool to Sheffield.
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Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
address
Address
Canning Place, Liverpool L1 8JX, UK
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
Canning Place
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café in the Station (in the station)
  • Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
  • Bus: 10, 10A, 14, 14A, 18, 79, 82 Train: Merseyrail
Liverpool, UniversityTaxis
Amenities at bus station
TaxisTaxis
information
address
Address
University of Liverpool, Brownlow Hill, Liverpool L69 3BX, UK
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
Brownlow Hill
Public transport options for Liverpool, University
  • Bus: 699, 86C, 86A Train: Liverpool Lime Street
Liverpool, Botanic Park
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