Stansted to Sheffield bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Stansted to Sheffield

Showing times and prices for 04 Feb

Cheapest price

£30

Average price

£39

Fastest journey

5 h 15 m

Average duration

5 h 40 m

Buses per day

10

Distance

202 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Stansted to Sheffield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Stansted to Sheffield will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £30.

Fast coaches

To travel from Stansted to Sheffield you need to make at least one change.

National ExpressNXA6 · NX560
08:305h40
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
14:10Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
£301One-way
1 change
National ExpressNXA6 · NX560
10:405h40
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
16:20Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
£301One-way
1 change
National ExpressNXA6 · NX560
12:405h45
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
18:25Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
£301One-way
1 change
National ExpressNXA6 · NX560
17:155h15
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
22:30Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
£331One-way
1 change
National ExpressNXA8 · NX564
05:456h30
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
12:15Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
£351One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Stansted to Sheffield

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stansted to Sheffield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £32.

Distance: 202 km

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Most popular
Train

£31

Average Price

Cheapest

£46

Average Price

5h 12m

Average total duration

4h 42m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 56m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 26m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

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Live departures

Stansted to Sheffield bus times

The table below shows live departures for Stansted to Sheffield coaches for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 11:36
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express21:30 Stansted
7h05
04:35 Sheffield0 changesdirect
Wednesday 4 February
national_expressNXA8 · NX564
On time
05:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
6h30
12:15 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
1 change
national_expressNXA6 · NX56008:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
5h40
14:10 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)1 change
national_expressNX777 · NX24009:00 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
6h00
15:00 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)1 change
national_expressNXA6 · NX56010:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
5h40
16:20 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX466
On time
21:05 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
7h20
04:25 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
1 change

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Stansted to Sheffield

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Buses from Stansted to Sheffield run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 202 km distance in 5h 15m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
202 km
Average bus duration
4h 42m
Cheapest ticket price
£21
Buses per day
8
Fastest bus
5h 15m
First bus
00:15
Last bus
23:50
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express from Stansted to SheffieldYou can travel by bus between Stansted to Sheffield with National Express for as low as £21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 15m
Cheapest Price
£21
National Express frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: Stansted to Sheffield coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stansted 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Stansted to Sheffield can start from as little as £22 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Stansted to Sheffield is £28; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Stansted to Sheffield is 5h 15m to travel the 202 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Stansted to Sheffield leaves at 0:15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Stansted to Sheffield leaves at 23:50.
There are 7 coaches a day from Stansted to Sheffield which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Stansted to Sheffield, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Sheffield. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Stansted and Sheffield and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Stansted , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station . When arriving in Sheffield , you can end your route in coach stations like Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange), Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange, Sheffield, Chesterfield Road South / Bochum Parkway.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station, which is located around 1 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange), located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Sheffield from Stansted is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 5h 15m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Stansted to Sheffield is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Stansted and Sheffield including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Stansted to Sheffield:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Stansted to Sheffield for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Stansted to Sheffield depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Stansted to Sheffield.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Stansted to Sheffield:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Stansted to Sheffield:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Stansted to Sheffield.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Stansted to Sheffield with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Stansted to Sheffield with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Stansted to Sheffield with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Stansted and Sheffield

Stansted
Sheffield
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
carConnection
Car connection
Pond Street
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Costa Coffee (in the station)
  • Upper Crust (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available near the entrance.
Public transport options for Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
  • Bus: 1, 7, 8, 24, 25 Train: Sheffield Station

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