The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Stansted Airport to Sheffield
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£41
Fastest journey
5 h 30 m
Average duration
6 h 14 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
203 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Stansted Airport to Sheffield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Stansted Airport to Sheffield will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £30.
Of the 4 buses that leave London Stansted Airport 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 203 km distance in an average of 6 h 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 5 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 London Stansted Airport to Sheffield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to Sheffield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £22.
Distance: 203 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£32 Average Price Cheapest | £46 Average Price |
5h 25m Average total duration 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 34m Average total duration Fastest 3h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Stansted Airport to Sheffield bus times
The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Sheffield coaches for today, Saturday 21 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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NXA8 · NX564 | Delayed 08:55 06:10Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 6h05 | 12:15 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 change | |
NXA8 · NX466 | On time 21:05 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 7h20 | 04:25 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 change | |
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Compare prices and tickets London Stansted Airport to Sheffield by train or coach
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Why should you book London Stansted Airport to Sheffield coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from London Stansted Airport to Sheffield.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from London Stansted Airport to Sheffield
Buses from London Stansted Airport to Sheffield run on average 10 times per day, taking around 4h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 06:10, the last at 21:30. The fastest coach covers the 203 km distance in 5h 15m.
Distance 203 km |
Average bus duration 4h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Buses per day 10 |
Fastest bus 5h 15m |
First bus 06:10 |
Last bus 21:30 |
Bus providers: National Express from London Stansted Airport to SheffieldYou can travel by bus between London Stansted Airport to Sheffield with National Express for as low as £20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: London Stansted Airport to Sheffield coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted Airport 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.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London Stansted Airport 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
Most popular bus connections from London Stansted Airport
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