The cheapest and fastest coaches from Sheffield to Doncaster
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
45 m
Average duration
45 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
27 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sheffield to Doncaster is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Doncaster will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £6.
Of the 1 buses that leave Sheffield for Doncaster every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 27 km distance in an average of 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 45 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 Sheffield to Doncaster
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Doncaster among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 28m. 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 train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £6.
Distance: 27 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£6 Average Price | £4 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 10m Average total duration 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 58m Average total duration Fastest 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg 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 Doncaster bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Doncaster coaches for today, Thursday 26 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 09:30 Sheffield | 0h45 | 10:15 Doncaster | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sheffield to Doncaster
Buses from Sheffield to Doncaster run on average 5 times per day, taking around 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £2 by train.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:04, the last at 23:58. The fastest coach covers the 27 km distance in 45m.
Distance 27 km |
Average bus duration 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 45m |
First bus 00:04 |
Last bus 23:58 |
Bus providers: National Express from Sheffield to DoncasterYou can travel by bus between Sheffield to Doncaster with National Express for as low as £2. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Sheffield to Doncaster coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield to Doncaster 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 Doncaster, 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.
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