The cheapest and fastest coaches from Sheffield to Leeds
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
53 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
46 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sheffield to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Leeds will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.
Of the 14 buses that leave Sheffield for Leeds every day 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 46 km distance in an average of 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 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.
NX240
NX131
NX131
NX131
NX131
FlixBus
NX466
NX180
NX131
NX240Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Sheffield to Leeds
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 56m. 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 £4, and a train costs an average of £3.
Distance: 46 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£6 Average Price Cheapest | £8 Average Price |
1h 28m Average total duration 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m Average total duration Fastest 56m 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 Leeds bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Leeds coaches for today, Thursday 19 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX240 | 22:05 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1h00 | 23:05 Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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NX180 | 02:00 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0h50 | 02:50 Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX466 | 04:25 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0h50 | 05:15 Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX195 | 04:40 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1h00 | 05:40 Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 05:00 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0h50 | 05:50 Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX131 | On time 08:15 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1h10 | 09:25 Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX131 | On time 11:00 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1h00 | 12:00 Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX131 | On time 13:00 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1h00 | 14:00 Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX131 | On time 14:40 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1h05 | 15:45 Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX240 | 15:35 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1h00 | 16:35 Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX131 | On time 16:45 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1h10 | 17:55 Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX131 | On time 18:30 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1h00 | 19:30 Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX131 | On time 20:20 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1h00 | 21:20 Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX131 | On time 22:25 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0h55 | 23:20 Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sheffield to Leeds
Buses from Sheffield to Leeds run on average 12 times per day, taking around 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £3 by train.
There are 12 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 46 km distance in 50m.
Distance 46 km |
Average bus duration 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 50m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, First South Yorkshire, FlixBus from Sheffield to LeedsYou can travel by bus between Sheffield to Leeds with National Express, Megabus, First South Yorkshire, FlixBus for as low as £3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Sheffield to Leeds
Buses from Sheffield to Leeds start operating at 2:00 a.m. and the last departure is at 9:10 p.m. Services are fairly frequent with one or two departures per hour. The distance of this journey is around 37 miles. Services are direct, and the duration of the trip is usually 55 minutes. This route is served by National Express.
What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Sheffield to Leeds?
Departure Station: Buses from Sheffield to Leeds depart from Sheffield Bus Station, which is situated on Pond Street. It is only 805 metres from the heart of the city. Travellers can take the number 56 bus from Sheffield Interchange to the bus station, or walk 11 minutes from the town centre.
Arrival Station: Buses from Sheffield to Leeds arrive at Leeds Coach Station, which is situated on Dyer Street in the city centre. It is a 5-minute walk to the main shopping centre on George Street and New York Street. For onward travel, local buses also operate out of the coach station.
FAQs: Sheffield to Leeds coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield to Leeds 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 Leeds, 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.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- 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.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sheffield and Leeds
- 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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