- Must visit
Weston Park Museum
Major museum with art, archaeology, social history, and metalwork collections, offering one of the best introductions to Sheffield’s story.
Cheapest price on Sep 08
$13
Average ticket price on Sep 08
$28
Fastest journey on Sep 08
3 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Sep 08
3 h 36 m
Buses on Sep 08
27
Distance
227 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London to Sheffield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Sheffield will cost around $28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
On Tue, Sep 08, we found 27 buses from London to Sheffield, including 13 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 08 the direct buses cover the 227 km distance in an average of 3 h 36 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 25 m .
On Tue, Sep 08 the slowest buses will take 3 h 55 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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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Sheffield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $13 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 3m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, while a flight costs an average of $154.
Distance: 141 miles (227 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$13 Average price Cheapest | $63 Average price | $154 Average price | $78 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 34m Average total duration 3h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 12m Average total duration 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from London to Sheffield:
A bus is $50 (€40) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Sheffield costing on average $63 (€51).
A bus is $141 (€114) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Sheffield costing on average $154 (€124).
Other travel options to Sheffield take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 42m.
Bus takes on average 3h 4m.
You'll arrive about 51m sooner (3h 4m by bus vs 3h 55m by car) and save roughly $65 (€52) compared to fuel and tolls ($13 (€11) vs $78 (€63)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by National Express, FlixBus, Megabus.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 01:55AM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 01:55AM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 4h56 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
The table below shows live departures for London to Sheffield buses for today, Monday, September 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 5:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h05 | 9:35 PM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX400 · NX180 | 6:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 7h55 | 1:55 AM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:10 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 3h25 | 9:35 PM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX400 · NX180 | 6:45 PM London, Golders Green Station | 7h10 | 1:55 AM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h55 | 12:25 AM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 3h25 | 12:25 AM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NXA2 · NX467 | 9:40 PM London, Golders Green Station | 7h15 | 4:55 AM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 transfer | |
NX467 | 11:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h25 | 4:55 AM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:59 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h56 | 4:55 AM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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NX421 · NX131 | 2:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 9h25 | 11:25 AM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 transfer | |
NX400 · NX131 | 7:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h25 | 12:55 PM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h15 | 12:15 PM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:25 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 3h50 | 12:15 PM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX540 · NX240 | 9:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h00 | 3:00 PM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 transfer | |
NX540 · NX240 | 9:40 AM London, Golders Green Station | 5h20 | 3:00 PM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 transfer | |
NX400 · NX131 | 10:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h10 | 4:10 PM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 transfer | |
NX400 · NX131 | 10:45 AM London, Golders Green Station | 5h25 | 4:10 PM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 transfer | |
NX561 · NX564 | 1:00 PM London, Golders Green Station | 6h05 | 7:05 PM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 2:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h05 | 6:35 PM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX564 | 2:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h35 | 7:05 PM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:10 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 3h25 | 6:35 PM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX540 · NX240 | 3:15 PM London, Golders Green Station | 6h45 | 10:00 PM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 transfer | |
NX541 · NX240 | 3:45 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h15 | 10:00 PM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 4:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h35 | 8:35 PM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX400 · NX131 | 4:15 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h05 | 10:20 PM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 4:40 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 3h55 | 8:35 PM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX400 · NX131 | 5:00 PM London, Golders Green Station | 5h20 | 10:20 PM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from London to Sheffield run on average 20 times per day, taking around 3h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 15 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 141 miles (227 km) distance in 3h 25m.
Distance 141 miles (227 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Buses per day 20 |
Direct buses 15 |
Fastest bus 3h 25m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Discover the best of Sheffield — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Sheffield trip today.
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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Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) -> Sheffield Station
Sheffield is a former industrial city whose name is always associated with steel, now recasting itself as an outdoors city, a gateway to the nearby Peak District. Visitors looking for an economical alternative to the train for travel from the capital can take direct daily buses from London to Sheffield. Journey times are about four hours on average, with departures ranging from early morning to overnight services. Indirect connections add to the London to Sheffield bus options.
National Express, the UK's national bus company, provides direct London to Sheffield buses from Victoria Coach Station seven days a week. Additional indirect connections with National Express involve departures from London Golders Green and one change en route, at Nottingham.
The fastest National Express services on the 150 mile road route north from London to Sheffield take three hours and 40 minutes to reach the Yorkshire city. Depending on traffic conditions and departure times, other direct buses take between five minutes and one hour longer. Indirect connections via Nottingham take at least four hours and 40 minutes.
The National Express timetable offers nine daily direct London to Sheffield bus services, with departures starting around 7:00 a.m. and continuing with buses roughly every two hours until the final overnight connection leaves Victoria Coach Station just before midnight. Indirect services from Golders Green via Nottingham depart five times daily.
Departure Bus Station: Victoria Coach Station is situated on the south-western side of central London, with Underground train connections on three lines and bus services stopping on Elizabeth Street and Buckingham Palace Road. Golders Green Coach Station is located about four miles north-west of central London, with local bus and Underground train connections. Facilities at the bus stations include cafes, coffee kiosks, news vendors and taxi stands.
Arrival Bus Station: Sheffield Coach Station is part of the city's transport interchange north-west of the city center. Local transport options include bus services providing connections across the city from adjacent stands and nearby stops on Pond Street. Passenger facilities at the station include coffee kiosks, a cafe, ATMs, vending machines, restrooms and taxi stands.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Sheffield by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Sheffield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Sheffield buses use the London, Victoria Coach Station to Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Sheffield bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
London, Baker Street Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Baker Street Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at London, Baker Street Station. ATMs are available at London, Baker Street Station.
Ticket office support is available at London, Baker Street Station.
Available at London, Baker Street Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Baker Street Station: Ramps available for wheelchair access.
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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