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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Sheffield to Edinburgh

Showing times and prices for 09 Jul

Cheapest price

£42

Average price

£50

Fastest journey

6 h 5 m

Average duration

8 h 3 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

307 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sheffield to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Sheffield to Edinburgh will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £42.

Fast coaches

Of the 5 buses that leave Sheffield for Edinburgh 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 307 km distance in an average of 8 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 5 m .

The slowest buses will take 9 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.

National ExpressNX180
02:006h05
Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
08:05Edinburgh, Bus Station
£421One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX131 · NX183
13:007h30
Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
20:30Edinburgh, Bus Station
£491One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX131 · NX591
11:007h55
Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
18:55Edinburgh, Bus Station
£491One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX131 · NX180
22:259h40
Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
08:05Edinburgh, Bus Station
£531One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX131 · NX183
08:159h05
Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
17:20Edinburgh, Bus Station
£531One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach, train and flight for Sheffield to Edinburgh

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 11m. 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 £14, and a train costs an average of £41.

Distance: 306 km

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Flight

£25

Average Price

Cheapest

£82

Average Price

£54

Average Price

6h 14m

Average total duration

5h 44m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 26m

Average total duration

3h 56m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 11m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 11m

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3h 0m

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0.3 - 0.8kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.9 - 1.8kg

CO2 emissions

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Live departures

Sheffield to Edinburgh bus times

Showing buses for today, Tuesday 8 July
Last updated at 01:37
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX131 · NX183
On time
07:15 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
9h05
16:20 Edinburgh, Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNX131 · NX59110:00 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
7h55
17:55 Edinburgh, Bus Station1 change
national_expressNX131 · NX183
On time
12:00 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
7h30
19:30 Edinburgh, Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNX131 · NX18021:25 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
9h40
07:05 Edinburgh, Bus Station1 change
Wednesday 9 July
national_expressNX18001:00 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
6h05
07:05 Edinburgh, Bus Station0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Sheffield to Edinburgh

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Buses from Sheffield to Edinburgh run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
306 km
Average bus duration
5h 44m
Cheapest ticket price
£14
Buses per day
6
Direct buses
2
Fastest bus
5h 35m
First bus
01:00
Last bus
23:40
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Coach companies: Megabus, National Express and FlixBus Sheffield to Edinburgh

For as little as £16 you can travel by coach from Sheffield to Edinburgh with Megabus, National Express and FlixBus. Omio will show you the best deals, timetables and tickets available for this route.

National Express is the leading coach operator for routes throughout the United Kingdom, operating over 550 coaches a day and serving over 900 destinations across the country. National Express even offers routes to and from major UK airports like Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol 24 hours a day at affordable prices for the budget traveller in mind. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and provide free WiFi and onboard entertainment. Most coaches are equipped with seat belts and power outlets in each seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. You can select between three ticket types for the Sheffield - Edinburgh coach: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare. Refundable tickets provide more flexibility than other ticket options, meaning you can cancel or change your ticket easily, should you need to.

Coach information from Sheffield to Edinburgh with National Express:

  • Average Duration: 6 h 5 min
  • Cheapest Price: £45
  • National Express frequency: 3 a day

FAQs: Sheffield to Edinburgh coach

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Important Stations and Airports in Sheffield and Edinburgh

Sheffield
Edinburgh
The major coach station for departures in Sheffield is Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) for your trip from Sheffield to Edinburgh.
Amenities at bus station
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ParkingParking
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Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
carConnection
Car connection
Pond Street
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Costa Coffee (in the station)
  • Upper Crust (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available near the entrance.
Public transport options for Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
  • Bus: 1, 7, 8, 24, 25 Train: Sheffield Station
The major coach station for arrivals in Edinburgh is Edinburgh, Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Edinburgh, Bus Station for your trip to Edinburgh from Sheffield.
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Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
carConnection
Car connection
Elder Street
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café at the Station (in the station)
  • Sandwich Shop (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for Edinburgh, Bus Station
  • Bus: 10, 11, 12, 16, 22, 25, 26, 44 Trams: T50 Trains: Edinburgh Waverley Station
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