Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£9
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£20
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
4 h
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
4 h 55 m
Buses on 18 Sept
15
Distance
224 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Sheffield station (SHF) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Sheffield station (SHF) will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 15 buses from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Sheffield station (SHF), including 4 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 224 km distance in an average of 4 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 43 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.
NX564
NX560
NX564
NXA31 · NX564
NXA31 · NX560
NX564
NX560
NX564
NX467
NXA31 · NX564Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Sheffield station (SHF) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 39m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, while a flight costs an average of £324.
Distance: 224 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£19 Average Price Cheapest | £61 Average Price | £324 Average Price | £56 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 1m Average total duration 4h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 39m Average total duration Fastest 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration 1h 53m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Sheffield station (SHF):
A coach is £42 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Sheffield station (SHF) costing on average £61.
A coach is £305 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Sheffield station (SHF) costing on average £324.
Other travel options to Sheffield station (SHF) take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 9m.
Coach takes on average 4h 31m.
Tickets start at around £19 compared to roughly £56 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £37. The journey takes 4h 31m versus 3h 6m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by National Express, FlixBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for London Kings Cross (KGX) to Sheffield station (SHF) coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX541 · NX131 | 12:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h10 | 18:10 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 change | |
NXA31 · NX564 | 12:47 London, Baker Street Station | 6h18 | 19:05 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 14:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h05 | 18:35 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 changesdirect | |
NX564 | 14:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h35 | 19:05 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 changesdirect | |
NX541 · NX240 | 15:45 London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h15 | 22:00 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 16:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h35 | 20:35 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 changesdirect | |
NX400 · NX131 | 16:15 London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h05 | 22:20 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 17:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h05 | 21:35 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 changesdirect | |
NX400 · NX180 | 18:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 7h55 | 1:55 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 20:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h55 | 0:25 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 changesdirect | |
NXA2 · NX467 | 22:01 London, Baker Street Station | 6h54 | 4:55 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 change | |
NX467 | 23:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h25 | 4:55 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:59 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h56 | 4:55 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
NX421 · NX131 | 2:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h10 | 8:10 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 change | |
NX400 · NX131 | 6:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h55 | 12:55 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 change | |
NX400 · NX131 | 7:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h35 | 14:05 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 change | |
NXA31 · NX560 | 8:42 London, Baker Street Station | 6h23 | 15:05 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 change | |
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Buses from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Sheffield station (SHF) run on average 27 times per day, taking around 4h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 18 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:00, the last at 22:59. The fastest coach covers the 224 km distance in 3h 20m.
Distance 224 km |
Average bus duration 4h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 27 |
Direct buses 18 |
Fastest bus 3h 20m |
First bus 5:00 |
Last bus 22:59 |
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Best time to book 14 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Sheffield station (SHF) 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 station (SHF), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
