The cheapest and fastest coaches from Sheffield to Bournemouth
Cheapest price
£56
Average price
£56
Fastest journey
7 h 30 m
Average duration
8 h 53 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
297 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sheffield to Bournemouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Bournemouth will cost around £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £56.
To travel from Sheffield to Bournemouth you need to make at least one change.
3:2510h15Sheffield13:40Bournemouth£561One-way1 change
10:557h30Sheffield18:25Bournemouth£561One-way1 change
10:557h30Sheffield18:25Bournemouth£561One-way1 change
3:2510h15Sheffield13:40Bournemouth£561One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Sheffield to Bournemouth
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Bournemouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 36m. 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 £13, and a train costs an average of £35.
Distance: 297 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£23 Average Price Cheapest | £75 Average Price |
7h 30m Average total duration 7h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 6m Average total duration Fastest 4h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Sheffield to Bournemouth bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Bournemouth coaches for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 15:15 Sheffield | 8h10 | 23:25 Bournemouth | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:45 Sheffield | 7h40 | 0:25 Bournemouth | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:00 Sheffield | 8h05 | 3:05 Bournemouth | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 15 July | |||||
![]() | 3:25 Sheffield | 10h15 | 13:40 Bournemouth | 1 change | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Sheffield to Bournemouth by coach or train
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Why should you book Sheffield to Bournemouth coaches with Omio?
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 Sheffield to Bournemouth.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- 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 Sheffield to Bournemouth.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Sheffield to Bournemouth.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sheffield to Bournemouth
Buses from Sheffield to Bournemouth run on average 8 times per day, taking around 7h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:35, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 297 km distance in 7h 40m.
Distance 297 km |
Average bus duration 7h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 7h 40m |
First bus 0:35 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Sheffield to BournemouthYou can travel by bus between Sheffield to Bournemouth with National Express, Megabus for as low as £13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Megabus
FAQs: Sheffield to Bournemouth coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield to Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth, 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 Sheffield and Bournemouth
Most Sheffield to Bournemouth buses use the Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) to Bournemouth, Coach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Sheffield and Bournemouth bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Sheffield station do buses to Bournemouth leave from?
Getting to Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) from Sheffield city centre
Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) bus station facilities and services
Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Costa Coffee (in the station), Upper Crust (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange): Elevators, ramps.
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