The cheapest and fastest coaches from Portsmouth to Sheffield
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£32
Fastest journey
8 h 20 m
Average duration
8 h 36 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
288 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Portsmouth to Sheffield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portsmouth to Sheffield will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.
Of the 2 buses that leave Portsmouth for Sheffield 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 288 km distance in an average of 8 h 36 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 51 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 Portsmouth to Sheffield
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to Sheffield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. 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 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a flight costs an average of £77.
Distance: 288 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£35 Average Price Cheapest | £83 Average Price | £118 Average Price |
7h 34m Average total duration 7h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration 4h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Portsmouth to Sheffield bus times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to Sheffield coaches for today, Tuesday 24 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:45 Portsmouth | 7h40 | 18:25 Sheffield | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:15 Portsmouth | 11h40 | 04:55 Sheffield | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 25 February | |||||
![]() | 07:29 Portsmouth | 8h51 | 16:20 Sheffield | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:00 Portsmouth | 8h20 | 16:20 Sheffield | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Portsmouth to Sheffield by coach, train or flight
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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 Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth to Sheffield.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Portsmouth to Sheffield
Buses from Portsmouth to Sheffield run on average 13 times per day, taking around 7h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:35, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 288 km distance in 7h 20m.
Distance 288 km |
Average bus duration 7h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Buses per day 13 |
Fastest bus 7h 20m |
First bus 00:35 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Portsmouth to SheffieldYou can travel by bus between Portsmouth to Sheffield with National Express, Megabus for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Portsmouth to Sheffield coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth and Sheffield
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at The Hard (in the station)
- Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 1, 2, 3, 7, 8, 13, 14 Train: South Western Railway, Southern, Great Western Railway
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café in the terminal (in the station)
- Fast-food outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 8, 20, 700 Train: Portsmouth Harbour
- 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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