4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Sheffield to Bradford
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
1 h 31 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
49 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sheffield to Bradford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Bradford will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.
Of the 5 buses that leave Sheffield for Bradford every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 49 km distance in an average of 1 h 31 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 40 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Sheffield to Bradford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Bradford 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 1h 9m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 49 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£8 Average Price Cheapest | £9 Average Price |
1h 59m Average total duration 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Sheffield to Bradford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Bradford coaches for today, Saturday 29 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX131 | 08:25 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1h35 | 10:00 Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX131 | 14:35 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1h40 | 16:15 Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX131 | 18:10 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1h35 | 19:45 Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 30 November | |||||
| NX466 | 04:25 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1h20 | 05:45 Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 05:00 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1h25 | 06:25 Bradford, Interchange Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sheffield to Bradford
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Buses from Sheffield to Bradford run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £5 by train.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:25, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 49 km distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 49 km |
Average bus duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 1h 20m |
First bus 03:25 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from Sheffield to BradfordYou can travel by bus between Sheffield to Bradford with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Sheffield to Bradford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield to Bradford 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 Bradford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange), which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bradford, Interchange Station, located 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sheffield and Bradford
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 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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