The cheapest and fastest coaches from Sheffield to Whitstable
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
8 h 10 m
Average duration
8 h 10 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
281 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sheffield to Whitstable is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Whitstable will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £24.
Of the 1 buses that leave Sheffield for Whitstable every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 281 km distance in an average of 8 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 10 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 Whitstable
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Whitstable among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a train costs an average of £55.
Distance: 281 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£24 Average Price Cheapest | £119 Average Price |
8h 40m Average total duration 8h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Sheffield to Whitstable bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Whitstable coaches for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 15:45 Sheffield | 8h10 | 23:55 Whitstable | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sheffield to Whitstable
Buses from Sheffield to Whitstable run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:35, the last at 20:10. The fastest coach covers the 281 km distance in 8h 10m.
Distance 281 km |
Average bus duration 8h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 8h 10m |
First bus 00:35 |
Last bus 20:10 |
FAQs: Sheffield to Whitstable coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield to Whitstable 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 Whitstable, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sheffield and Whitstable
- 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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