Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£20
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£20
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
6 h 34 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
6 h 34 m
Buses on 05 Sept
1
Distance
225 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sheffield station (SHF) to London Paddington (PAD) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield station (SHF) to London Paddington (PAD) will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £20.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 1 buses from Sheffield station (SHF) to London Paddington (PAD), including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 225 km distance in an average of 6 h 34 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 34 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 34 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield station (SHF) to London Paddington (PAD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 59m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, while a train costs an average of £66.
Distance: 225 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£12 Average Price Cheapest | £66 Average Price | £56 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 40m Average total duration 4h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 59m Average total duration Fastest 2h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Sheffield station (SHF) to London Paddington (PAD):
A coach is £54 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sheffield station (SHF) to London Paddington (PAD) costing on average £66.
Other travel options to London Paddington (PAD) take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 10m.
Tickets start at around £12 compared to roughly £56 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £43. The journey takes 4h 10m versus 3h 8m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Megabus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield station (SHF) to London Paddington (PAD) coaches for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 16:45 Sheffield station (SHF) | 5h31 | 22:16 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 5 September | |||||
![]() | 11:45 Sheffield station (SHF) | 6h34 | 18:19 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Buses from Sheffield station (SHF) to London Paddington (PAD) run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 08:00, the last at 08:00. The fastest coach covers the 225 km distance in 10h 19m.
Distance 225 km |
Average bus duration 4h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 10h 19m |
First bus 8:00 |
Last bus 8:00 |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield station (SHF) to London Paddington (PAD) 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 Paddington (PAD), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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