The cheapest and fastest coaches from Milton Keynes to Sheffield
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 8 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
157 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Milton Keynes to Sheffield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milton Keynes to Sheffield will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.
Of the 3 buses that leave Milton Keynes for Sheffield every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 157 km distance in an average of 2 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 15 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 Milton Keynes to Sheffield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milton Keynes to Sheffield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 157 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£13 Average Price Cheapest | £92 Average Price |
3h 31m Average total duration 3h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 51m Average total duration Fastest 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Milton Keynes to Sheffield bus times
The table below shows live departures for Milton Keynes to Sheffield coaches for today, Saturday 28 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 13:10 Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 2h10 | 15:20 Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
NX561 | 17:00 Milton Keynes, Coachway | 2h20 | 19:20 Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:15 Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 2h10 | 19:25 Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:50 Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney) | 5h35 | 23:25 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 change | |
NX240 | 18:15 Milton Keynes, Coachway | 3h30 | 21:45 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 changesdirect | |
NX240 | 18:15 Milton Keynes, Coachway | 3h50 | 22:05 Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:45 Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 2h15 | 22:00 Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:00 Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney) | 5h35 | 03:35 Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 1 change | |
NX440 · NX195 | On time 23:50 Milton Keynes, Coachway | 5h00 | 04:50 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 change | |
NX440 · NX195 | On time 23:50 Milton Keynes, Coachway | 5h20 | 05:10 Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 1 change | |
![]() | 00:25 Milton Keynes | 2h00 | 02:25 Sheffield | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Milton Keynes to Sheffield
Buses from Milton Keynes to Sheffield run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 157 km distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 157 km |
Average bus duration 3h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 2h 0m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: National Express from Milton Keynes to SheffieldYou can travel by bus between Milton Keynes to Sheffield with National Express for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Milton Keynes to Sheffield coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milton Keynes 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 Milton Keynes 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
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