How much is the bus ticket from Edinburgh to Sheffield?

The cheapest coach tickets from Edinburgh to Sheffield start from £12. The average price for this route is around £34. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Edinburgh to Sheffield?

The average bus journey time from Edinburgh to Sheffield is 7h, covering a distance of 189 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 20m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Edinburgh to Sheffield route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from National Express , FlixBus , Megabus UK .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Edinburgh to Sheffield?

The earliest bus departs from Edinburgh to Sheffield at 08:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:40.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Edinburgh to Sheffield?

A bus journey from Edinburgh to Sheffield produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Edinburgh to Sheffield?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29762 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Edinburgh to Sheffield?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Edinburgh to Sheffield?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Edinburgh to Sheffield?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Edinburgh to Sheffield from £14 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Edinburgh to Sheffield on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:37	Edinburgh Airport	7h 43m	05:20	Meadowhall Interchange	Cheapest
Bus	23:40	Bus Station	5h 20m	05:00	Meadowhall Interchange	Fastest
Bus	21:10	Bus Station	6h 10m	03:20	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	No tags
Bus	22:03	Drum Brae	6h 57m	05:00	Meadowhall Interchange	No tags
Bus	22:35	Bus Station	5h 35m	04:10	Sheffield Meadowhall, Meadowhall Rd	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Sheffield on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:37	Edinburgh Airport	7h 43m	05:20	Meadowhall Interchange	Cheapest
Bus	23:40	Bus Station	5h 20m	05:00	Meadowhall Interchange	Fastest
Bus	08:45	Bus Station	7h 35m	16:20	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	No tags
Bus	09:05	Bus Station	6h 10m	15:15	Meadowhall Interchange	No tags
Bus	10:30	Bus Station	5h 50m	16:20	Sheffield Meadowhall, Meadowhall Rd	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Sheffield on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:35	Bus Station	6h 35m	17:10	Sheffield, Meadowhall (M1 J34)	Cheapest
Bus	23:40	Bus Station	5h 20m	05:00	Meadowhall Interchange	Fastest
Bus	08:45	Bus Station	7h 20m	16:05	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	No tags
Bus	09:05	Bus Station	6h 10m	15:15	Meadowhall Interchange	No tags
Bus	10:30	Bus Station	5h 50m	16:20	Sheffield Meadowhall, Meadowhall Rd	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Sheffield on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:05	Bus Station	6h 10m	15:15	Meadowhall Interchange	Cheapest
Bus	23:40	Bus Station	5h 20m	05:00	Meadowhall Interchange	Fastest
Bus	08:45	Bus Station	7h 20m	16:05	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	No tags
Bus	15:40	Edinburgh Airport	13h 20m	05:00	Meadowhall Interchange	No tags
Bus	10:30	Bus Station	5h 50m	16:20	Sheffield Meadowhall, Meadowhall Rd	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Sheffield on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:35	Bus Station	6h 35m	17:10	Sheffield, Meadowhall (M1 J34)	Cheapest
Bus	23:40	Bus Station	5h 20m	05:00	Meadowhall Interchange	Fastest
Bus	08:45	Bus Station	7h 20m	16:05	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	No tags
Bus	09:05	Bus Station	6h 10m	15:15	Meadowhall Interchange	No tags
Bus	10:30	Bus Station	5h 50m	16:20	Sheffield Meadowhall, Meadowhall Rd	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Sheffield on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:35	Bus Station	6h 35m	17:10	Sheffield, Meadowhall (M1 J34)	Cheapest
Bus	23:40	Bus Station	5h 20m	05:00	Meadowhall Interchange	Fastest
Bus	08:45	Bus Station	7h 20m	16:05	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	No tags
Bus	09:05	Bus Station	6h 10m	15:15	Meadowhall Interchange	No tags
Bus	10:30	Bus Station	5h 50m	16:20	Sheffield Meadowhall, Meadowhall Rd	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Sheffield on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:35	Bus Station	6h 35m	17:10	Sheffield, Meadowhall (M1 J34)	Cheapest
Bus	23:40	Bus Station	5h 20m	05:00	Meadowhall Interchange	Fastest
Bus	08:45	Bus Station	7h 20m	16:05	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	No tags
Bus	09:05	Bus Station	6h 30m	15:35	Meadowhall Interchange	No tags
Bus	10:30	Bus Station	5h 50m	16:20	Sheffield Meadowhall, Meadowhall Rd	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Sheffield on 20 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:35	Bus Station	6h 35m	17:10	Sheffield, Meadowhall (M1 J34)	Cheapest
Bus	23:40	Bus Station	5h 20m	05:00	Meadowhall Interchange	Fastest
Bus	08:45	Bus Station	7h 35m	16:20	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	No tags
Bus	09:05	Bus Station	6h 10m	15:15	Meadowhall Interchange	No tags
Bus	10:30	Bus Station	5h 50m	16:20	Sheffield Meadowhall, Meadowhall Rd	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 23:26 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Edinburgh 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 4 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

4h 40mAverage duration

191 milesDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£12 - £72	Average duration7h	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£39 - £391	Average duration3h 47m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£24 - £39	Average duration4h 40m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Edinburgh and Sheffield?

Stops in Edinburgh

A
Bus Station
13-14 Multrees Walk, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK
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B
Edinburgh Airport
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C
Haymarket
Rosebery House, 9 Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh EH12 5EZ, UK
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D
23 The Mound
23 The Mound, Edinburgh EH2, UK
E
Princes Street
Princes Street, Edinburgh EH2 2BB, UK
F
St. Andrew Square
St Andrew Square, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK

Stops in Sheffield

A
Sheffield Coach Station Interchange
37104 Pond St, Sheffield S1, UK
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B
Meadowhall Interchange
Meadowhall Road (Interchange), Sheffield S9
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C
Sheffield Bus Stop
Alsing Rd, Sheffield S9 1EQ, UK
D
Brown St
Persistence Works, 21 Brown St, Sheffield S1 2BS, UK

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,765 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,593 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Megabus UK

3.5/54,284 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi2.6

Based on 4284 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Megabus UK ticket prices on this trip start at £18

Megabus Edinburgh Sheffield recent customer reviews

Very satisfactory and I love the journey, this is my first te because am fans of national Express but now that I have tasted it, it marvelous and it was a smooth journey and the driver is perfect and keep to time.

Kehinde Oladele A.

4 January 2022

GB Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, National Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Edinburgh to Sheffield

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

How much is the bus ticket from Edinburgh to Sheffield?
The cheapest coach tickets from Edinburgh to Sheffield start from £12. The average price for this route is around £34. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Edinburgh to Sheffield?
The average bus journey time from Edinburgh to Sheffield is 7h, covering a distance of 189 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Edinburgh to Sheffield route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Edinburgh to Sheffield?
The earliest bus departs from Edinburgh to Sheffield at 08:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Edinburgh to Sheffield?
A bus journey from Edinburgh to Sheffield produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Edinburgh to Sheffield?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29762 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Edinburgh to Sheffield?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Edinburgh to Sheffield?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Edinburgh to Sheffield?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 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

11/12

£22

12/12

£27

Today

£27

14/12

£29

15/12

£23

16/12

£22

17/12

£21

18/12

£18

The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Sheffield was searched and found on 18 Dec 2025 with a price of £18

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

You can expect to pay from £18 to £61 for a bus ticket from Edinburgh to Sheffield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £18, which is on 2025-12-18.

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.