The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Sheffield
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
3 h 25 m
Average duration
3 h 26 m
Buses per day
32
Distance
227 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London 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 to Sheffield will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.
Of the 32 buses that leave London for Sheffield every day 23 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 227 km distance in an average of 3 h 26 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 30 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.
FlixBus7:004h10London, Victoria Coach Station11:10Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)£111One-way0 changes
FlixBus7:303h40London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)11:10Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)£111One-way0 changes
FlixBus8:253h50London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)12:15Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)£151One-way0 changes
FlixBus8:004h15London, Victoria Coach Station12:15Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)£151One-way0 changes
FlixBus23:594h56London, Victoria Coach Station4:55Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)£161One-way0 changes
FlixBus15:103h25London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)18:35Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)£211One-way0 changes
FlixBus18:103h25London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)21:35Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)£211One-way0 changes
FlixBus21:003h25London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0:25Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)£181One-way0 changes
NX56019:053h25London, Golders Green Station22:30Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)£271One-way0 changes
NX56011:103h30London, Golders Green Station14:40Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)£271One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for London to Sheffield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Sheffield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a flight costs an average of £54.
Distance: 227 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£11 Average Price Cheapest | £54 Average Price | £180 Average Price |
3h 34m Average total duration 3h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average total duration 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
London to Sheffield bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Sheffield coaches for today, Sunday 24 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 16:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 3h55 | 20:35 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 changesdirect | |
NX400 · NX131 | On time 17:05 London, Golders Green Station | 5h15 | 22:20 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 change | |
NX560 | 18:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h00 | 22:30 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 changesdirect | |
NX410 · NX180 | 18:45 London, Victoria Coach Station | 7h10 | 1:55 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 change | |
NX560 | 19:05 London, Golders Green Station | 3h25 | 22:30 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h55 | 0:25 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:30 London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 4h55 | 1:25 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 21:00 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 3h25 | 0:25 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 | |
| Monday 25 May | |||||
NX400 · NX131 | Delayed 9:20 6:00London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h25 | 11:25 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 change | |
NXA1 · NX564 | On time 6:50 London, Golders Green Station | 5h25 | 12:15 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 7:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h10 | 11:10 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 3h40 | 11:10 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h15 | 12:15 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 changesdirect | |
NX400 · NX131 | Delayed 13:15 8:10London, Golders Green Station | 4h45 | 12:55 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 8:25 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 3h50 | 12:15 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 changesdirect | |
NX564 | Delayed 12:20 8:30London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h45 | 12:15 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h25 | 14:55 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 changesdirect | |
NX560 | 10:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h10 | 14:40 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 3h45 | 14:55 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 changesdirect | |
NX560 | 11:10 London, Golders Green Station | 3h30 | 14:40 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h05 | 18:35 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 changesdirect | |
NX560 | 14:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h10 | 18:40 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 3h25 | 18:35 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 changesdirect | |
NX560 | 15:10 London, Golders Green Station | 3h30 | 18:40 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 changesdirect | |
NX541 · NX240 | 15:45 London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h00 | 21:45 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 | On time 16:15 London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h05 | 22:20 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 change | |
NX400 · NX131 | On time 17:05 London, Golders Green Station | 5h15 | 22:20 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Sheffield
Buses from London to Sheffield run on average 18 times per day, taking around 3h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 14 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 227 km distance in 3h 25m.
Distance 227 km |
Average bus duration 3h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 18 |
Direct buses 14 |
Fastest bus 3h 25m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from London to SheffieldYou can travel by bus between London to Sheffield with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Coaches from London to Sheffield
A regular coach service operates between London Victoria and Sheffield. The majority of services are direct and complete the journey in under five hours. Services run as frequently on weekends as they do on weekdays.
Which coach companies travel from London to Sheffield?
National Express operates the coaches between London and Sheffield. Most services do not require passengers to change bus but on those services that do incorporate a change, National Express provides the coaches for both legs of the journey.
How long is the coach from London to Sheffield?
The length of the coach journey from London to Sheffield varies according to the time of day. The majority of journeys take between three hours 40 minutes and four hours 55 minutes. Services including a change, which is usually at Heathrow airport, take an average of six hours 30 minutes to complete the journey.
How many coaches are there from London to Sheffield?
On weekdays and weekends alike, an average of ten coach services run from London to Sheffield. Services are spaced out during the day, with the first leaving early in the morning and the last departing late in the evening.
What are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from London to Sheffield?
Departure coach station: London Victoria Coach Station is located in the City of Westminster and is within easy walking distance of both London Victoria mainline railway station and Victoria underground station. Local buses stop outside the front of the coach station. Victoria Coach Station also lies close to many of London's biggest attractions, including Buckingham Palace. The departures building at Victoria Coach Station is open 24 hours a day and hosts several fast food outlets, toilets, waiting areas and left luggage facilities.
Arrival coach station: Sheffield Interchange is situated in Sheffield city centre, conveniently located for accessing local public transport. Sheffield railway station is a short walk away via a covered walkway. Castle Square tram stop, serving the three Sheffield Supertram routes, lies directly outside the bus station. Passengers waiting for coach services have the use of a cafe and a waiting area inside the station, while the Archway Centre next door has public toilets and various shops.
FAQs: London to Sheffield coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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.

- 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.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- 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.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Sheffield
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
- 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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