The cheapest and fastest coaches from South Shields to Sheffield
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
2 h 50 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 £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.
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 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 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.
12:302h50South Shields15:20Sheffield£131One-way0 changes
12:302h50South Shields15:20Sheffield£131One-way0 changes
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 £11. 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 £11, and a train costs an average of £40.
Distance: 180 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£15 Average Price Cheapest | £76 Average Price |
3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 18m Average total duration 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
South Shields to Sheffield bus times
The table below shows live departures for South Shields to Sheffield coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 10 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:30 South Shields | 2h50 | 15:20 Sheffield | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book South Shields to Sheffield coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Megabus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Megabus, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus, Go North East or Stagecoach North East to find the best option for your trip from South Shields to Sheffield.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Megabus with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from South Shields to Sheffield.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus, Go North East or Stagecoach North East to find the best option for your trip from South Shields to Sheffield.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from South Shields to Sheffield.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from South Shields to Sheffield
Buses from South Shields to Sheffield run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 08:27, the last at 15:25. The fastest coach covers the 180 km distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 180 km |
Average bus duration 2h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 2h 50m |
First bus 8:27 |
Last bus 15:25 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: Megabus, FlixBus, Go North East, Stagecoach North East from South Shields to SheffieldYou can travel by bus between South Shields to Sheffield with Megabus, FlixBus, Go North East, Stagecoach North East for as low as £11. 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.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled 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.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- 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 South Shields and Sheffield
- 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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