The cheapest and fastest coaches from Sheffield to Cardiff
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
5 h 20 m
Average duration
11 h 37 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
241 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sheffield to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Cardiff will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.
Of the 5 buses that leave Sheffield for Cardiff 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 241 km distance in an average of 11 h 37 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 d 5 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 coach and train for Sheffield to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £50.
Distance: 241 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£25 Average Price Cheapest | £67 Average Price |
6h 22m Average total duration 5h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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 Cardiff bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Cardiff coaches for tomorrow, Thursday 29 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 05:30 Sheffield | 6h10 | 11:40 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:05 Sheffield | 29h15 | 17:20 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:50 Sheffield | 5h20 | 19:10 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:45 Sheffield | 9h05 | 00:50 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:00 Sheffield | 8h15 | 02:15 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Sheffield to Cardiff by coach or train
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sheffield to Cardiff
Buses from Sheffield to Cardiff run on average 13 times per day, taking around 5h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:35, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 241 km distance in 5h 20m.
Distance 241 km |
Average bus duration 5h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 13 |
Fastest bus 5h 20m |
First bus 00:35 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, First South Yorkshire, Stagecoach Yorkshire from Sheffield to CardiffYou can travel by bus between Sheffield to Cardiff with National Express, Megabus, First South Yorkshire, Stagecoach Yorkshire for as low as £16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
Megabus
First South Yorkshire
Stagecoach Yorkshire
FAQs: Sheffield to Cardiff coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield to Cardiff 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 Cardiff, 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 Cardiff
- 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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