Bus from Reading to Sheffield: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Reading to Sheffield on January 12
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
Meadowhall InterchangeCheapest
FlixbusBus
Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
Meadowhall InterchangeFastest
FlixbusBus
Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
Meadowhall InterchangeNo tags
FlixbusBus
Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
Meadowhall InterchangeNo tags
FlixbusBus
Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
SheffieldNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 4:09 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Reading to Sheffield

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Sheffield. The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $43, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
2h 50mAverage Duration
217 kmDistance
9kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$26 - $113Average Duration7h 30m
6kg CO₂e
Average Price$80 - $465Average Duration3h 3m
5kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$43 - $58Average Duration2h 50m
9kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Reading 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 Reading to Sheffield?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Reading to Sheffield start from $26. The average price for this route is around $42. 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 Reading to Sheffield?

    The average bus travel time from Reading to Sheffield is 7h 30m, covering a distance of 223 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Reading to Sheffield at 4:45am. And the latest bus departs at 8:50pm.

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

    A bus trip from Reading 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.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
01-09
$35
01-10
$35
Today
$35
01-12
$30
01-13
$28
01-14
$21
01-15
$22
01-16
$22
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Reading to Sheffield was searched and found on Jan 14, 2026 with a price of $21

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

You can expect to pay from $21 to $54 for a bus ticket from Reading to Sheffield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $21 which is on 2026-01-14.

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

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