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Weston Park Museum
Major museum with art, archaeology, social history, and metalwork collections, offering one of the best introductions to Sheffield’s story.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Leicester to Sheffield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Sheffield will cost around RM 39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only RM 37.
On Tue, Nov 03, we found 11 buses from Leicester to Sheffield, including 11 direct services.
On Tue, Nov 03 the direct buses cover the 86 km distance in an average of 2 h 2 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .
On Tue, Nov 03 the slowest buses will take 2 h 10 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.
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Buses from Leicester to Sheffield run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at RM 32 if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 53 miles (86 km) distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 53 miles (86 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price RM 32 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 1h 55m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Leicester to Sheffield.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10AM | Arrival Time 02:15AM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price RM 32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:20AM | Arrival Time 03:15AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price RM 32 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:25AM | Arrival Time 03:35AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price RM 44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:40AM | Arrival Time 03:50AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price RM 48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40AM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price RM 47 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:25AM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price RM 53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:40AM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price RM 37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price RM 40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price RM 32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price RM 32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price RM 32 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price RM 50 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price RM 56 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price RM 54 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price RM 37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price RM 32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price RM 32 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 12:55AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price RM 55 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 01:55AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price RM 45 |
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Sheffield buses for today, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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NX240 | 12:30 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2h30 | 3:00 PM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:00 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2h20 | 6:20 PM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:25 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2h20 | 7:45 PM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:40 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2h15 | 8:55 PM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX240 | 7:50 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2h10 | 10:00 PM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2h10 | 10:10 PM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:50 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2h00 | 12:50 AM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX180 | 11:55 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2h00 | 1:55 AM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus | 12:10 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2h05 | 2:15 AM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:20 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1h55 | 3:15 AM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:40 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 2h15 | 4:55 AM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Major museum with art, archaeology, social history, and metalwork collections, offering one of the best introductions to Sheffield’s story.
Industrial museum on an island in the River Don, exploring steelmaking, power, and local trades in Sheffield’s famous manufacturing quarter.
Contemporary art gallery with changing exhibitions by international and regional artists, set in a striking modern building near the station.
Revived industrial neighborhood packed with heritage buildings, canalside walks, creative businesses, and one of Sheffield’s most popular urban scenes.
Large botanical garden with themed planting, glass pavilions, and peaceful paths, ideal for relaxing near the city’s southwest suburbs.
Popular hilltop park and viewpoint offering expansive city panoramas, woodland paths, gardens, and a classic place to watch the sunset.
Henderson's Relish is Sheffield's iconic spicy condiment, made in the city since 1885 and splashed on pies, stews, chips, and sandwiches.
Pork sandwiches are a South Yorkshire staple: sliced roast pork in a bread cake, often with stuffing, apple sauce, and crackling.
A bread cake filled with chips is a beloved northern comfort food, cheap and filling, and widely eaten in Sheffield chip shops.
Refined British tasting menus in an elegant city-centre dining room. One of Sheffield's best-known fine dining restaurants.
Historic pub famed for traditional British food and a strong cask ale selection. Atmospheric and popular with locals and visitors.
Kelham Island favourite serving modern British comfort food and quality drinks in a stylish but relaxed setting.
Moderate for UK city breaks: hotels and dining are cheaper than London, while buses, cafes, and casual meals stay fairly affordable for tourists.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up taxi fares. Cafes usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Most Leicester to Sheffield buses use the Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station to Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) station pair. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Sheffield bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: There is a café inside the station.
Free Wi-Fi available in the waiting area. ATMs are aTM located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange).
Available at Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange): Station is wheelchair accessible.
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