The cheapest and fastest buses from Sheffield to Liverpool
Cheapest price
$23
Average price
$27
Fastest journey
4 h 23 m
Average duration
4 h 43 m
Buses per day
27
Distance
100 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Sheffield to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Liverpool will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
It's difficult to get from Sheffield to Liverpool without transferring at least once.
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Compare train and bus for Sheffield to Liverpool
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a train costs an average of €9.
Distance: 62 miles (100 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€19 Average price Cheapest | €23 Average price |
3h 46m Average total duration 3h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Sheffield to Liverpool Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:40AM | Arrival Time 09:48AM | Duration 5h08 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 06:24PM | Duration 5h24 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 07:39PM | Duration 4h34 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 10:09PM | Duration 5h24 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 11:38PM | Duration 5h08 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $27 |
Live departures
Sheffield to Liverpool bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Liverpool buses for today, Thursday, December 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX131 · NX170 | Delayed 2:50 PM 8:15 AMSheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 5h45 | 2:00 PM Liverpool, University | 1 transfer | |
NX131 · NX170 | Delayed 2:50 PM 8:15 AMSheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 6h00 | 2:15 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 transfer | |
NX131 · NX170 | Delayed 2:50 PM 8:15 AMSheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 5h39 | 1:54 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 1 transfer | |
NX131 · NX170 | Delayed 2:50 PM 11:00 AMSheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 5h45 | 4:45 PM Liverpool, University | 1 transfer | |
NX131 · NX170 | Delayed 2:50 PM 11:00 AMSheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 5h39 | 4:39 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 1 transfer | |
NX131 · NX170 | Delayed 2:50 PM 11:00 AMSheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 6h00 | 5:00 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 transfer | |
NX131 · NX171 | Delayed 2:50 PM 1:00 PMSheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 5h24 | 6:24 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 1 transfer | |
NX131 · NX171 | Delayed 2:50 PM 1:00 PMSheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 5h30 | 6:30 PM Liverpool, University | 1 transfer | |
NX131 · NX171 | Delayed 2:50 PM 1:00 PMSheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 5h45 | 6:45 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 transfer | |
NX240 · NX170 | On time 3:05 PM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 4h34 | 7:39 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 1 transfer | |
NX240 · NX170 | On time 3:05 PM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 4h40 | 7:45 PM Liverpool, University | 1 transfer | |
NX240 · NX170 | On time 3:05 PM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 4h55 | 8:00 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 transfer | |
NX131 · NX170 | On time 4:45 PM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 5h24 | 10:09 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 1 transfer | |
NX131 · NX170 | On time 4:45 PM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 5h45 | 10:30 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 transfer | |
NX131 · NX170 | On time 4:45 PM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 5h30 | 10:15 PM Liverpool, University | 1 transfer | |
NX131 · NX171 | On time 6:30 PM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 5h08 | 11:38 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 1 transfer | |
NX131 · NX171 | On time 6:30 PM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 5h25 | 11:55 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 transfer | |
NX131 · NX171 | On time 6:30 PM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 5h15 | 11:45 PM Liverpool, University | 1 transfer | |
NX131 · NX170 | On time 8:20 PM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 4h30 | 12:50 AM Liverpool, University | 1 transfer | |
NX131 · NX170 | On time 8:20 PM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 4h40 | 1:00 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 transfer | |
NX131 · NX170 | On time 8:20 PM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 4h23 | 12:43 AM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 1 transfer | |
NX131 · NX172 · NX421 | On time 10:25 PM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 10h10 | 8:35 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 2 transfers | |
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NX195 · NX171 | 4:40 AM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 5h08 | 9:48 AM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 1 transfer | |
NX195 · NX171 | 4:40 AM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 5h30 | 10:10 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 transfer | |
NX195 · NX171 | 4:40 AM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 5h15 | 9:55 AM Liverpool, University | 1 transfer | |
NX131 · NX170 | 8:15 AM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 5h45 | 2:00 PM Liverpool, University | 1 transfer | |
NX131 · NX170 | 8:15 AM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 6h00 | 2:15 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 transfer | |
NX131 · NX170 | 8:15 AM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 5h39 | 1:54 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sheffield to Liverpool
Buses from Sheffield to Liverpool run on average 25 times per day, taking around 3h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 00:18, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 62 miles (100 km) distance in 2h 47m.
Distance 62 miles (100 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Buses per day 25 |
Fastest bus 2h 47m |
First bus 00:18 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from Sheffield to LiverpoolYou can travel by bus between Sheffield to Liverpool with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as $11 (€9). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Sheffield to Liverpool
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield to Liverpool 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 Liverpool, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- The Beatles Story, an immersive museum dedicated to the history and impact of The Beatles
- Royal Albert Dock, a historic waterfront complex featuring museums, shops, and restaurants
- Liverpool Cathedral, the largest cathedral in Britain known for its stunning architecture and panoramic views
- Anfield Stadium, the iconic home of Liverpool FC offering stadium tours and a museum
- St George's Hall, a neoclassical building known for its grand architecture and cultural events.
- Explore the vibrant Baltic Triangle, a creative and digital district with street art, bars, and music venues
- Take a ferry across the Mersey River for scenic views of Liverpool's skyline
- Visit the Walker Art Gallery, home to one of the largest art collections in England outside London
- Enjoy a performance at the Liverpool Empire Theatre, hosting a variety of shows and musicals
- Discover the history of the city at the Museum of Liverpool, offering insights into the city's rich heritage.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Sheffield to Liverpool
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Costa Coffee (in the station)
- Upper Crust (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: 1, 7, 8, 24, 25 Train: Sheffield Station
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café in the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 10A, 14, 14A, 18, 79, 82 Train: Merseyrail
- Bus: 699, 86C, 86A Train: Liverpool Lime Street
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret A Manger (in the station)
- Costa Coffee (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 10A, 14, 14A, 82, 86A Train: Merseyrail
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