The cheapest and fastest coaches from Sheffield to Luton
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£41
Fastest journey
3 h 35 m
Average duration
6 h 23 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
182 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sheffield to Luton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Luton will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £21.
Of the 3 buses that leave Sheffield for Luton every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 182 km distance in an average of 6 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 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.






Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Sheffield to Luton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Luton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 45m. 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 £13, and a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 182 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£25 Average Price Cheapest | £58 Average Price |
4h 54m Average total duration 4h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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 Luton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Luton coaches for today, Saturday 14 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX564 · NX230 | 08:30 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 3h35 | 12:05 Luton, Station Interchange | 1 change | |
NX564 · NX230 | Delayed 08:30 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 3h45 | 15:55 15:55Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX195 · NX230 | On time 19:00 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 6h45 | 01:45 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX195 · NX230 | 19:00 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 6h35 | 01:35 Luton, Station Interchange | 1 change | |
| Sunday 15 February | |||||
![]() | 00:55 Sheffield | 8h50 | 09:45 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sheffield to Luton
Buses from Sheffield to Luton run on average 10 times per day, taking around 4h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 182 km distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 182 km |
Average bus duration 4h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 35m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Sheffield to LutonYou can travel by bus between Sheffield to Luton with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Sheffield to Luton coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield to Luton 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 Luton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- 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).
- 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 Luton
- 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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