How much is the bus ticket from Leicester to Sheffield?

The cheapest bus tickets from Leicester to Sheffield start from $14. The average price for this route is around $18. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Leicester to Sheffield?

The average bus travel time from Leicester to Sheffield is 2h 5m, covering a distance of 93 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 15m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Leicester to Sheffield route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , National Express , Megabus UK .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Leicester to Sheffield?

The earliest bus departs from Leicester to Sheffield at 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Leicester to Sheffield?

A bus trip from Leicester to Sheffield generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Leicester to Sheffield?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29741 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Leicester to Sheffield?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Leicester to Sheffield?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Leicester to Sheffield?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Leicester to Sheffield from $10 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Leicester to Sheffield on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:45pm	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	2h 15m	10:00pm	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	Cheapest
Bus	4:25pm	Leicester (Fosse Park)	1h 40m	6:05pm	Meadowhall Interchange	Fastest
Bus	7:45pm	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	2h 15m	10:00pm	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	No tags
Bus	4:10pm	Leicester St Margarets bus station	2h 5m	6:15pm	Meadowhall Interchange	No tags
Bus	11:55pm	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	2h	1:55am	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	No tags

Next departures for Leicester to Sheffield on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:25am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	2h 10m	4:35am	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	Cheapest
Bus	2:20am	Leicester (Fosse Park)	1h 15m	3:35am	Meadowhall Interchange	Fastest
Bus	2:25am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	2h 10m	4:35am	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	No tags
Bus	12:25am	Leicester (Fosse Park)	1h 50m	2:15am	Meadowhall Interchange	No tags
Bus	12:30pm	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	2h 30m	3:00pm	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	No tags

Next departures for Leicester to Sheffield on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:25am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	2h 10m	4:35am	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	Cheapest
Bus	2:20am	Leicester (Fosse Park)	1h 15m	3:35am	Meadowhall Interchange	Fastest
Bus	2:25am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	2h 10m	4:35am	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	No tags
Bus	12:25am	Leicester (Fosse Park)	1h 50m	2:15am	Meadowhall Interchange	No tags
Bus	12:30pm	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	2h 30m	3:00pm	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	No tags

Next departures for Leicester to Sheffield on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:25am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	2h 10m	4:35am	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	Cheapest
Bus	2:20am	Leicester (Fosse Park)	1h 15m	3:35am	Meadowhall Interchange	Fastest
Bus	2:25am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	2h 10m	4:35am	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	No tags
Bus	12:25am	Leicester (Fosse Park)	1h 50m	2:15am	Meadowhall Interchange	No tags
Bus	12:30pm	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	2h 30m	3:00pm	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	No tags

Next departures for Leicester to Sheffield on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:25am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	2h 10m	4:35am	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	Cheapest
Bus	2:20am	Leicester (Fosse Park)	1h 15m	3:35am	Meadowhall Interchange	Fastest
Bus	2:25am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	2h 10m	4:35am	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	No tags
Bus	12:25am	Leicester (Fosse Park)	1h 50m	2:15am	Meadowhall Interchange	No tags
Bus	12:45pm	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	2h 45m	3:30pm	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	No tags

Next departures for Leicester to Sheffield on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:30pm	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	2h 45m	3:15pm	Sheffield, Meadowhall (M1 J34)	Cheapest
Bus	2:20am	Leicester (Fosse Park)	1h 15m	3:35am	Meadowhall Interchange	Fastest
Bus	2:40am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	2h 10m	4:50am	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	No tags
Bus	12:25am	Leicester (Fosse Park)	1h 50m	2:15am	Meadowhall Interchange	No tags
Bus	2:40am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	2h 10m	4:50am	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Leicester to Sheffield

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Sheffield. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 10mAverage Duration

86 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$14 - $88	Average Duration2h 5m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$13 - $190	Average Duration1h 2m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$9 - $20	Average Duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Leicester and Sheffield?

Stops in Leicester

A
St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station, St Margaret's, Leicester LE1 3AG, UK
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B
Leicester
62 Belgrave Gate, Leicester, LE1 3GQ, United Kingdom
C
Leicester Forest East (Service Area), Northbound
M1 Motorway, Northbound, Leicester LE3
D
Leicester - Fosse Park Bus Stop
Fosse Park Avenue, Leicester LE19 1HQ, UK

Stops in Sheffield

A
Sheffield Coach Station Interchange
37104 Pond St, Sheffield S1, UK
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B
Meadowhall Interchange
Meadowhall Road (Interchange), Sheffield S9
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C
Sheffield Bus Stop
Alsing Rd, Sheffield S9 1EQ, UK
D
Brown St
Persistence Works, 21 Brown St, Sheffield S1 2BS, UK

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,488 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

National Express

4/529,741 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Megabus UK

3.5/54,278 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi2.6

GB Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, National Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Leicester to Sheffield by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Leicester to Sheffield?
The cheapest bus tickets from Leicester to Sheffield start from $14. The average price for this route is around $18. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Leicester to Sheffield?
The average bus travel time from Leicester to Sheffield is 2h 5m, covering a distance of 93 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Leicester to Sheffield route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, National Express, Megabus UK.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Leicester to Sheffield?
The earliest bus departs from Leicester to Sheffield at 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Leicester to Sheffield?
A bus trip from Leicester to Sheffield generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Leicester to Sheffield?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29741 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Leicester to Sheffield?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Leicester to Sheffield?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Leicester to Sheffield?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-29

$15

11-30

$13

Today

$12

12-02

$12

12-03

$12

12-04

$10

12-05

$13

12-06

$12

The cheapest trip from Leicester to Sheffield was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $10

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Leicester to Sheffield, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $10 to $50 for a bus ticket from Leicester to Sheffield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $10 which is on 2025-12-04.

Usually National Express, FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.