The cheapest and fastest coaches from South Shields to Sheffield
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
2 h 45 m
Average duration
2 h 45 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
180 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from South Shields to Sheffield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from South Shields to Sheffield will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.
Of the 1 buses that leave South Shields for Sheffield 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 180 km distance in an average of 2 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 45 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 coach and train for South Shields to Sheffield
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from South Shields to Sheffield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £22.
Distance: 180 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£16 Average Price Cheapest | £28 Average Price |
3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 28m Average total duration 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from South Shields to Sheffield
Buses from South Shields to Sheffield run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:05, the last at 15:25. The fastest coach covers the 180 km distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 180 km |
Average bus duration 2h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 2h 45m |
First bus 01:05 |
Last bus 15:25 |
Bus providers: Megabus, FlixBus from South Shields to SheffieldYou can travel by bus between South Shields to Sheffield with Megabus, FlixBus for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: South Shields to Sheffield coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from South Shields to Sheffield 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 Sheffield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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