How much is the bus ticket from Sheffield to Manchester?

The cheapest bus tickets from Sheffield to Manchester start at R 125. The average price for this route is around R 265. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Sheffield to Manchester?

The average bus journey time from Sheffield to Manchester is 3h 40m, covering a distance of 53 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 30m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Sheffield to Manchester route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from National Express , FlixBus , Megabus UK .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sheffield to Manchester?

The earliest bus departs from Sheffield to Manchester at 01:05. And the latest bus departs at 22:40.

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

A bus trip from Sheffield to Manchester produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Sheffield to Manchester?

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 29828 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Sheffield to Manchester?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

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

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 Sheffield to Manchester from R 61 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Sheffield to Manchester on 9 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:20	Meadowhall Interchange	1h 30m	19:50	Shudehill	CheapestFastest
Bus	14:40	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	3h 30m	18:10	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	14:40	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	3h 30m	18:10	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	15:35	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	3h 50m	19:25	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	15:35	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	3h 50m	19:25	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Sheffield to Manchester on 10 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:20	Meadowhall Interchange	1h 30m	19:50	Shudehill	CheapestFastest
Bus	04:55	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	3h 30m	08:25	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	11:30	Meadowhall Interchange	4h 45m	16:15	Manchester Airport	No tags
Bus	04:55	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	3h 30m	08:25	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	08:25	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	4h	12:25	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Sheffield to Manchester on 11 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:20	Meadowhall Interchange	1h 30m	19:50	Shudehill	CheapestFastest
Bus	04:55	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	3h 30m	08:25	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	11:30	Meadowhall Interchange	4h 45m	16:15	Manchester Airport	No tags
Bus	04:55	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	3h 30m	08:25	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	08:25	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	4h	12:25	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Sheffield to Manchester on 12 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:20	Meadowhall Interchange	1h 30m	19:50	Shudehill	CheapestFastest
Bus	04:40	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	3h 40m	08:20	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	11:30	Meadowhall Interchange	4h 45m	16:15	Manchester Airport	No tags
Bus	04:40	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	3h 40m	08:20	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	08:15	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	4h 10m	12:25	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Sheffield to Manchester on 13 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:20	Meadowhall Interchange	1h 30m	19:50	Shudehill	CheapestFastest
Bus	04:40	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	3h 40m	08:20	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	11:30	Meadowhall Interchange	4h 45m	16:15	Manchester Airport	No tags
Bus	04:40	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	3h 40m	08:20	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	08:15	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	4h 10m	12:25	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Sheffield to Manchester on 14 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:20	Meadowhall Interchange	1h 30m	19:50	Shudehill	CheapestFastest
Bus	04:40	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	3h 40m	08:20	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	11:30	Meadowhall Interchange	4h 45m	16:15	Manchester Airport	No tags
Bus	04:40	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	3h 40m	08:20	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	08:15	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	4h 10m	12:25	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Sheffield to Manchester on 15 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:20	Meadowhall Interchange	1h 30m	19:50	Shudehill	CheapestFastest
Bus	04:40	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	3h 40m	08:20	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	11:30	Meadowhall Interchange	4h 45m	16:15	Manchester Airport	No tags
Bus	04:40	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	3h 40m	08:20	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	08:15	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	4h 10m	12:25	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Sheffield to Manchester on 16 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:20	Meadowhall Interchange	1h 30m	19:50	Shudehill	CheapestFastest
Bus	04:40	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	3h 40m	08:20	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	11:30	Meadowhall Interchange	4h 45m	16:15	Manchester Airport	No tags
Bus	04:40	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	3h 40m	08:20	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	08:15	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	4h 10m	12:25	Coach Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:20 AM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Sheffield to Manchester

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just R 135, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1hAverage duration

53 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 125 - R 984	Average duration3h 40m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 147 - R 1 318	Average duration58m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 135 - R 135	Average duration1h	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Sheffield and Manchester?

Stops in Sheffield

A
Meadowhall Interchange
Meadowhall Road (Interchange), Sheffield S9
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B
Sheffield Coach Station Interchange
37104 Pond St, Sheffield S1, UK
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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

Stops in Manchester

A
Coach Station
16 Chorlton St, Manchester M1 3HW, UK
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B
Shudehill
Shudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
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C
Manchester Airport
D
56 Great Bridgewater St
56 Great Bridgewater St, Manchester M1 5LE, UK
E
City of Manchester Stadium
Citylink, Manchester M40 7EP, UK
F
Manchester Coach Station
Manchester Coach Station, Chorlton St., , Manchester M1 3JF, United Kingdom

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529 835 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

According to customer reviews, there have been consistent delays and late arrivals with the service. Some customers mentioned that they arrived 1 hour and a half late, almost missing their train. Additionally, there was an hour delay on the way back from Leeds to Manchester.

National Express Sheffield Manchester recent customer reviews

Overall ok, but on our way back to Manchester we had an hour delay on the way back from Leeds to Manchester

Tanya Jackson J.

29 July 2023

I liked the low prices but the bus was very uncomfortable. It was very loud, the air con was working irregular and the seats were not very spacious.

Katja K.

18 June 2018

The coach on the way back from Manchester to Sheffield reaches 30° in temperature, when we ask see the driver to help he was rude. He seemed rude the whole journey. Honestly this makes me consider never using National Express again. Sitting in a 30° vehicle with no air to breath for almost two hours is not how I like to travel.

Francesca W.

31 March 2018

FlixBus

3.5/511 973 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Megabus UK

3.5/54 300 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi2.6

GB bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sheffield to Manchester by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Sheffield to Manchester?
The cheapest bus tickets from Sheffield to Manchester start at R 125. The average price for this route is around R 265. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Sheffield to Manchester?
The average bus journey time from Sheffield to Manchester is 3h 40m, covering a distance of 53 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Sheffield to Manchester route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sheffield to Manchester?
The earliest bus departs from Sheffield to Manchester at 01:05. And the latest bus departs at 22:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sheffield to Manchester?
A bus trip from Sheffield to Manchester produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Sheffield to Manchester?
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 29828 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Sheffield to Manchester?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Sheffield to Manchester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Sheffield to Manchester?
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

07/01

R 92

08/01

R 173

Today

R 172

10/01

R 91

11/01

R 172

12/01

R 71

13/01

R 71

14/01

R 71

The cheapest trip from Sheffield to Manchester was searched and found on 12 Jan 2026 with a price of R 71

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

You can expect to pay from R 71 to R 421 for a bus ticket from Sheffield to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 71, which is on 2026-01-12.

Usually National Express 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.