How to travel from Belfast to Sheffield

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Compare flight, ferry, and bus for Belfast to Sheffield

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Belfast to Sheffield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of $67 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 59m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $67, while a flight costs an average of $347.

Distance: 199 miles (321 km)

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$347

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$67

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$2

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3h 59m

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1h 59m

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2h 0m

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9h 7m

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The cheapest way to travel from Belfast to Sheffield is a ferry with an average price of $67.

This is compared to other travel options from Belfast to Sheffield:

A ferry is $8 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Belfast to Sheffield costing on average $75.

A ferry is $280 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Belfast to Sheffield costing on average $347.

The fastest way to travel from Belfast to Sheffield is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 59m.

Other travel options to Sheffield take longer:

Ferry takes on average 9h 7m.

Bus takes on average 13h 55m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Belfast and Sheffield including taking a flight, ferry, and bus.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Belfast to Sheffield among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 6h 0m sooner (1h 59m by flight vs 7h 59m by car). Tickets start at around $347 compared to roughly $2 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Belfast to Sheffield

How to get from Belfast to Sheffield by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

ferry

The best way to travel from Belfast to Sheffield is by taking a ferry because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Stena LineStena Line
    10:30 AM8h00
    Port of Belfast
    6:30 PMLiverpool (Port of Birkenhead)
    $591One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Stena LineStena Line
    10:30 AM8h00
    Port of Belfast
    6:30 PMLiverpool (Port of Birkenhead)
    $591One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • easyJetU2708
    10:10 PM0h55
    Belfast International Airport
    11:05 PMManchester Airport
    $1101One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Emerald Airlines IrelandEI3680
    6:55 AM1h15
    George Best Belfast City Airport
    8:10 AMEast Midlands Airport
    $1091One-way
    0 transfers
  • easyJetU2722
    7:40 PM0h55
    George Best Belfast City Airport
    8:35 PMManchester Airport
    $1151One-way
    0 transfers
  • Ryanair UKRK 190
    10:00 PM1h00
    Belfast International Airport
    11:00 PMManchester Airport
    $1211One-way
    0 transfers
  • Stena LineStena Line
    10:45 PM8h15
    Port of Belfast
    7:00 AMLiverpool (Port of Birkenhead)
    $661One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Belfast to Sheffield

Travel to Sheffield easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Belfast to Sheffield.

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There are 3 options to travel between Belfast and Sheffield including taking a flight, ferry, and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Belfast to Sheffield is a ferry with an average price of $67.

This is compared to other travel options from Belfast to Sheffield:

A ferry is $8 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Belfast to Sheffield costing on average $75.

A ferry is $280 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Belfast to Sheffield costing on average $347.

The fastest way to travel from Belfast to Sheffield is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 59m.

Other travel options to Sheffield take longer:

Ferry takes on average 9h 7m.

Bus takes on average 13h 55m.

The distance from Belfast to Sheffield is approximately 199 miles (321 km).
The average frequency per day from Belfast to Sheffield is:
  • Around 13 flights per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.
  • Around 2 ferries per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Belfast and Sheffield as scheduled services by flight, ferry, and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Belfast to Sheffield:
  • Flights mostly depart from George Best Belfast City Airport and arrive in Manchester Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Belfast, Grand Central Station and arrive in Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange).
  • Ferries mostly depart from Port of Belfast and arrive in Liverpool (Port of Birkenhead).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Belfast to Sheffield, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Stena Line to go to Sheffield by ferry.
  • Travel with Aer Lingus, easyJet to go to Sheffield by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Belfast to Sheffield with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct ferries per day with Stena Line.
  • 4 direct flights per day with Aer Lingus.
Omio customers who travel from Belfast to Sheffield often also extend their vacation to go to London, Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham, Edinburgh. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Sheffield and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Sheffield to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Sheffield, you can explore the Peak District National Park for hiking and stunning landscapes, visit the Sheffield Winter Garden with its exotic plants, and enjoy art at the Graves Gallery. The Rivelin Valley Nature Trail offers a scenic walk with waterfalls and wildlife, while the Crucible Theatre hosts various performances, including the World Snooker Championship. For sightseeing, the Sheffield Botanical Gardens and Kelham Island Museum provide insights into plant diversity and steelmaking history. The Millennium Gallery showcases metalwork and contemporary art, and Sheffield Cathedral and Weston Park Museum offer rich historical experiences.
To explore Sheffield's main attractions, enjoy local cuisine, and experience cultural highlights, plan for a stay of 2 to 3 days.

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