Bus from London to Sheffield: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for London to Sheffield on December 13
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Victoria Coach Station
SheffieldCheapest
National ExpressBus
    		Finchley Road
    		Sheffield, Meadowhall (M1 J34)Fastest
    National ExpressBus
      		Victoria Coach Station
      		Sheffield Coach Station InterchangeNo tags
      FlixbusBus
      		Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)
      		Meadowhall InterchangeNo tags
      MegabusBus
        		Finchley Road
        		Sheffield Meadowhall, Meadowhall RdNo tags

        Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:14 AM GMT.

        Compare 3 ways to go from London to Sheffield

        We recommend taking the bus

        Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Sheffield. The journey takes about 4 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        74bus per day
        4h 5mAverage Duration
        224 kmDistance
        6kgCO₂ emissions
        Bus
        		Average Price$9 - $162Average Duration4h 5m
        6kg CO₂e
        Train
        		Average Price$48 - $383Average Duration2h 10m
        5kg CO₂e
        Carpool
        		Average Price$24 - $69Average Duration3h 10m
        10kg CO₂e

        Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Sheffield by bus

        Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

        1. How much is the bus ticket from London to Sheffield?

          The cheapest bus tickets from London to Sheffield start from $9. The average price for this route is around $28. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

        2. How long is the bus ride from London to Sheffield?

          The average bus travel time from London to Sheffield is 4h 5m, covering a distance of 224 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 50m and is operated by National Express.

        3. Which bus companies service the London to Sheffield route?

          Several major bus companies operate on this route with 74 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK, The Airline.

        4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from London to Sheffield?

          The earliest bus departs from London to Sheffield at 12:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

        5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from London to Sheffield?

          A bus trip from London to Sheffield generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

        6. What is the best bus company from London to Sheffield?

          According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is The Airline, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 310 reviews.

        7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from London to Sheffield?

          Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company The Airline has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.

        8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from London to Sheffield?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is The Airline, with a punctuality rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

        9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from London to Sheffield?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is The Airline, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

        Find cheapest prices for buses

        Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

        Best price found
        12-10
        $32
        12-11
        $23
        Today
        $20
        12-13
        $18
        12-14
        $17
        12-15
        $14
        12-16
        $14
        12-17
        $14
        busbud logoThe cheapest trip from London to Sheffield was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $14

        To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from London to Sheffield, as early as possible.

        You can expect to pay from $14 to $127 for a bus ticket from London to Sheffield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $14 which is on 2025-12-15.

        Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

        What's the cheapest way to go from London to Sheffield?

        busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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