The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Waterloo (WAT) to Sheffield station (SHF)
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
4 h 45 m
Average duration
4 h 58 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
228 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Waterloo (WAT) 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 Waterloo (WAT) to Sheffield station (SHF) will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.
Of the 2 buses that leave London Waterloo (WAT) for Sheffield station (SHF) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 228 km distance in an average of 4 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 10 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 coach, train and flight for London Waterloo (WAT) to Sheffield station (SHF)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Waterloo (WAT) to Sheffield station (SHF) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a flight costs an average of £57.
Distance: 228 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£20 Average Price Cheapest | £47 Average Price | £144 Average Price |
4h 33m Average total duration 4h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 57m Average total duration 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
London Waterloo (WAT) to Sheffield station (SHF) bus times
The table below shows live departures for London Waterloo (WAT) to Sheffield station (SHF) coaches for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NXA8 · NX564 | 07:36 London, York Road (London Eye) | 4h39 | 12:15 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 change | |
NXA8 · NX560 | On time 09:00 London, York Road (London Eye) | 5h10 | 14:10 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 change | |
NXA8 · NX560 | On time 10:55 London, York Road (London Eye) | 5h15 | 16:10 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 change | |
NXA8 · NX560 | On time 12:55 London, York Road (London Eye) | 5h15 | 18:10 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 change | |
NXA8 · NX560 | On time 17:26 London, York Road (London Eye) | 5h04 | 22:30 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 change | |
NXA8 · NX466 | 22:34 London, York Road (London Eye) | 5h51 | 04:25 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London Waterloo (WAT) to Sheffield station (SHF)
Buses from London Waterloo (WAT) to Sheffield station (SHF) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:30, the last at 21:30. The fastest coach covers the 228 km distance in 4h 45m.
Distance 228 km |
Average bus duration 4h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 4h 45m |
First bus 06:30 |
Last bus 21:30 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express from London Waterloo (WAT) to Sheffield station (SHF)You can travel by bus between London Waterloo (WAT) to Sheffield station (SHF) with Megabus, National Express for as low as £16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: London Waterloo (WAT) to Sheffield station (SHF) coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Waterloo (WAT) 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.

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