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Compare train and bus for Swindon to Sheffield
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Swindon to Sheffield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of NOK 322 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 33m. 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 NOK 322, while a train costs an average of NOK 1,253.
Distance: 126 miles (204 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
NOK 322 Average price Cheapest | NOK 1,253 Average price | NOK 493 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 17m Average total duration 6h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 33m Average total duration Fastest 3h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare ways to travel from Swindon to Sheffield
Compare the available ways to get from Swindon to Sheffield, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Swindon to Sheffield:
A bus is NOK 932 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Swindon to Sheffield costing on average NOK 1,253.
Other travel options to Sheffield take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 17m.
Tickets start at around NOK 322 compared to roughly NOK 493 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about NOK 172. The journey takes 6h 47m versus 3h 21m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Travel optionsfrom Swindon to Sheffield
How to get from Swindon to Sheffield by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Swindon to Sheffield is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
1:15 PM 9h15 Swindon 10:30 PM Sheffield NOK 238 1 One-way 0 transfers
Cheapest
1:15 PM 9h15 Swindon 10:30 PM Sheffield NOK 238 1 One-way 0 transfers
Fastest
1:15 PM 9h15 Swindon 10:30 PM Sheffield NOK 238 1 One-way 0 transfers
Other options
6:00 PM 10h55 Swindon 4:55 AM Sheffield NOK 275 1 One-way 0 transfers
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This is compared to other travel options from Swindon to Sheffield:
A bus is NOK 932 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Swindon to Sheffield costing on average NOK 1,253.
Other travel options to Sheffield take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 17m.
- Around 11 buses per day.
- Around 8 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Swindon and Sheffield as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Buses mostly depart from Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2) and arrive in Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange).
- Trains mostly depart from Swindon station (SWI) and arrive in Sheffield station (SHF).
- Travel with National Express, FlixBus to go to Sheffield by bus.
- Travel with CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Hull Trains, Grand Central Trains to go to Sheffield by train.
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