- Must visit
The British Museum
World-class collection spanning ancient civilisations, the Rosetta Stone and global treasures with free permanent galleries.
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£30
Fastest journey
3 h 25 m
Average duration
3 h 27 m
Buses per day
26
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 £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.
Of the 26 buses that leave Sheffield for London every day 17 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 27 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 35 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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NX564Omio 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 £4. 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 £4, and a flight costs an average of £72.
Distance: 227 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
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£11 Average Price Cheapest | £51 Average Price | £182 Average Price |
3h 48m Average total duration 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 12m Average total duration 2h 42m 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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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to London coaches for today, Saturday 15 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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NX467 | 23:50 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 5h30 | 5:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX467 · NXA2 | 23:50 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 7h06 | 6:56 London, Golders Green Station | 1 change | |
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NX240 · NX455 | 1:15 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 6h30 | 7:45 London, Golders Green Station | 1 change | |
NX240 · NX401 | 1:15 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 7h05 | 8:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX240 · NX025 | 1:15 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 7h05 | 8:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 1:40 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 5h15 | 6:55 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 1:40 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 4h50 | 6:30 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
NX180 · NX400 | 3:25 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 6h05 | 9:30 London, Golders Green Station | 1 change | |
NX180 · NX400 | 3:25 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 6h55 | 10:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX240 · NX540 | 7:40 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 5h15 | 12:55 London, Golders Green Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 8:30 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 3h25 | 11:55 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 4h00 | 12:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX131 · NX541 | 10:05 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 5h45 | 15:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 10:10 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 4h15 | 14:25 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:10 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 3h45 | 13:55 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 3h25 | 14:55 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 4h00 | 15:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX564 | 12:45 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 4h30 | 17:15 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX564 | 12:45 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 3h35 | 16:20 London, Golders Green Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:55 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 4h00 | 17:55 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:55 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 3h25 | 17:20 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
NX560 | 16:35 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 4h15 | 20:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX560 | 16:35 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 3h25 | 20:00 London, Golders Green Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX131 · NX400 | 17:35 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 6h15 | 23:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 17:55 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 4h25 | 22:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:55 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 3h55 | 21:50 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Sheffield to London run on average 18 times per day, taking around 3h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 14 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 20m.
Distance 227 km |
Average bus duration 3h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 18 |
Direct buses 14 |
Fastest bus 3h 20m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:50 |
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World-class collection spanning ancient civilisations, the Rosetta Stone and global treasures with free permanent galleries.
National collection of European painting from Van Gogh to Turner in a landmark Trafalgar Square setting.
Vast museum of art, design and performance, loved for fashion, sculpture and major temporary exhibitions.
Lively pedestrian riverside route linking major sights, street performers, markets and excellent views across the Thames.
West End square famous for lions, fountains and events, surrounded by galleries and central to many first-time visits.
Grand royal park with Serpentine lake, broad paths and easy walks to Kensington Palace and Buckingham Palace.
A classic breakfast of sausages, bacon, eggs, beans, mushrooms and toast. A staple of British cafés and weekend dining across London.
Pale ale battered fish with chips, usually served with mushy peas and tartare sauce. A long-standing favourite in London pubs and chippies.
Slow-cooked beef in rich gravy topped with mashed potato. This hearty pie is closely associated with East London working-class food culture.
Luxury hotel venue renowned for formal afternoon tea with fine pastries, sandwiches and impeccable service in grand surroundings.
Refined Indian restaurant with a Michelin star, celebrated for polished cooking and a landmark role in London’s modern dining scene.
Historic dining room famed for traditional British pies, roast meats and classic puddings in elegant, old-school surroundings.
Very costly by European standards; hotels, dining and transport are notably pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks.
Restaurants often add a 12.5% service charge; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafés: no obligation, small change optional.
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London Victoria Coach Station -> Charing Cross, 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.

Most Sheffield to London buses use the Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) to London, Victoria Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant). Use this guide to compare Sheffield and London bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: There is a café inside the station.
Free Wi-Fi available in the waiting area. ATMs are aTM located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange).
Available at Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange): Station is wheelchair accessible.
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
London, Baker Street Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Baker Street Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at London, Baker Street Station. ATMs are available at London, Baker Street Station.
Ticket office support is available at London, Baker Street Station.
Available at London, Baker Street Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Baker Street Station: Ramps available for wheelchair access.
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