4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Sheffield to London
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
3 h 25 m
Average duration
3 h 32 m
Buses per day
20
Distance
227 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sheffield to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to London will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.
Of the 20 buses that leave Sheffield for London every day 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 227 km distance in an average of 3 h 32 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 50 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 coach, train and flight for Sheffield to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 24m. 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 £5, and a flight costs an average of £75.
Distance: 227 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£14 Average Price Cheapest | £52 Average Price | £190 Average Price |
4h 5m Average total duration 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 2m Average total duration 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Sheffield to London bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to London coaches for today, Monday 16 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX564 | 08:20 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 4h30 | 12:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 08:30 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 4h00 | 12:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 08:30 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 3h25 | 11:55 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX131 · NX400 | On time 08:55 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 5h55 | 14:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 11:00 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 4h00 | 15:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:00 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 3h25 | 14:25 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:45 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 3h55 | 16:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX560 | Delayed 18:25 12:45Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 4h30 | 17:15 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:45 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 4h30 | 17:15 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:45 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 4h00 | 17:45 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:45 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 3h25 | 17:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX131 · NX400 | On time 14:50 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 6h20 | 21:10 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX560 | Delayed 18:25 16:45Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 4h35 | 21:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:30 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 3h35 | 21:05 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:30 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 4h10 | 21:40 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX564 | 19:00 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 3h50 | 22:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 17 February | |||||
| NX466 | 00:50 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 5h00 | 05:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 00:55 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 5h15 | 06:10 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 00:55 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 4h50 | 05:45 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX240 · NX422 | 01:00 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 5h50 | 06:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX560 | 06:15 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 4h35 | 10:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sheffield to London
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Buses from Sheffield to London run on average 16 times per day, taking around 3h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 12 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 227 km distance in 3h 25m.
Distance 227 km |
Average bus duration 3h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 3h 25m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express, FlixBus, First South Yorkshire from Sheffield to LondonYou can travel by bus between Sheffield to London with Megabus, National Express, FlixBus, First South Yorkshire for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Sheffield to London
Buses from Sheffield to London run regularly throughout the day and evening. The first bus of the day leaves around 06:30 a.m., with two buses leaving at the same time. Services then leave every 30 minutes to one hour during the morning and early afternoon. In the afternoon, a bus leaves at 2:45 p.m., and in the evening there is one service at 6:30 p.m.. The last bus of the day leaves at 01:35 a.m.. Some of the buses between Sheffield and London run directly, others have one change. The journey time can last between four to six and a half hours and buses are provided by National Express.
What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Sheffield to London?
Departure Station: Buses leave from Sheffield's coach station, which is a two minute walk from the train station and is served by multiple local bus routes.
Arrival Station: Buses arrive at Victoria and Sutton stations. Victoria is in the centre of the city, and Sutton is a 50 minute drive from central London.
Taking the Bus from Sheffield
Buses from Sheffield to London, provided by National Express, depart from Sheffield Coach station. The coach station is neighbouring the central train station of Sheffield which is just a 15-minute walk from the city centre. There is also regional bus service connecting the city centre with the coach station that runs every few minutes. The buses provided by Megabus depart from Meadowhall Interchange, an 8-minute train journey from Sheffield city centre which depart every 8 minutes. There is no public transport at night, however, taxis can be caught from outside the coach and train station.
Getting into London by Bus
There is always a wealth of things to see and do in London and when time is short, often the beautiful parks can be a great option to explore; in addition to the many museums and galleries that are readily available, often free of charge, in the capital. A whole day could easily be spent enjoying the beautiful Regent's Park. Designed by John Nash, the park covers nearly 400 acres and set inside it are several gardens. One such is Queen Mary's Rose Garden with 12,000 blooms. The Open Air Amphitheatre is used during the Summer months, often for Shakespeare's works, and, of course, a visit to Regent's Park Zoo is always enjoyable and educational.
The terminating station for the majority of the buses from Sheffield to London is Victoria Coach Station. The coach station connects London with all major cities in the UK, as well as other European destinations. Accessing the coach station at night can be done by either the many night buses or taxis that are available all night. Victoria Coach station is in close proximity to both Victoria train station and the similarly named, Victoria Bus Station. The train station is connected to the underground system and is served by the Circle, District, Victoria lines and can be found in Zone 1.
FAQs: Sheffield to London coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield to London 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 London, 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 London
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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
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