The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester Airport to Sheffield
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 47 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
54 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester 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 Manchester Airport to Sheffield will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.
To travel from Manchester Airport to Sheffield you need to make at least one change.
NX170 · NX1315:203h30Manchester, Airport8:50Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)£141One-way1 change
NX170 · NX2403:304h15Manchester, Airport7:45Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)£151One-way1 change
NX170 · NX1316:553h55Manchester, Airport10:50Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)£151One-way1 change
NX172 · NX18023:403h40Manchester, Airport3:20Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)£161One-way1 change
NX170 · NX46620:354h15Manchester, Airport0:50Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)£161One-way1 change
NX170 · NX1315:203h30Manchester, Airport8:50Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)£141One-way1 change
NX172 · NX18023:403h40Manchester, Airport3:20Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)£161One-way1 change
NX170 · NX13111:003h45Manchester, Airport14:45Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)£161One-way1 change
NX170 · NX1316:553h55Manchester, Airport10:50Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)£151One-way1 change
NX170 · NX19514:504h05Manchester, Airport18:55Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)£161One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Manchester Airport to Sheffield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport to Sheffield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 54 km
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£14 Average Price Cheapest | £20 Average Price |
2h 56m Average total duration 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Manchester Airport to Sheffield bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport to Sheffield coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 12 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX170 · NX240 | Delayed 12:55 2:30Manchester, Airport | 4h15 | 6:45 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 change | |
NX170 · NX131 | Delayed 12:55 4:20Manchester, Airport | 3h30 | 7:50 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 change | |
NX170 · NX131 | Delayed 12:55 5:55Manchester, Airport | 3h55 | 9:50 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 change | |
NX170 · NX131 | Delayed 12:55 10:00Manchester, Airport | 3h45 | 13:45 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 change | |
NX170 · NX131 | Delayed 12:55 11:50Manchester, Airport | 4h35 | 16:25 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 change | |
NX170 · NX195 | On time 13:50 Manchester, Airport | 4h05 | 17:55 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 change | |
NX170 · NX466 | On time 19:35 Manchester, Airport | 4h15 | 23:50 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 change | |
NX172 · NX180 | 22:40 Manchester, Airport | 3h40 | 2:20 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 change | |
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Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Airport 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 Manchester Airport to Sheffield.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester Airport to Sheffield
Buses from Manchester Airport to Sheffield run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £6 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 03:50, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 54 km distance in 3h 10m.
Distance 54 km |
Average bus duration 2h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 10 |
Fastest bus 3h 10m |
First bus 3:50 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Manchester Airport to SheffieldYou can travel by bus between Manchester Airport to Sheffield with National Express, Megabus for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Manchester Airport to Sheffield coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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.

- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester 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 Manchester Airport
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