How much is the bus ticket from Sheffield to Leicester?

The cheapest bus tickets from Sheffield to Leicester start from $10. The average price for this route is around $13. 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 Sheffield to Leicester?

The average bus trip duration from Sheffield to Leicester is 2h, covering a distance of 58 miles (93 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 20m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Sheffield to Leicester route?

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

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

The earliest bus departs from Sheffield to Leicester at 12:40am. And the latest bus departs at 7:00pm.

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

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

What is the best bus company from Sheffield to Leicester?

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 29733 reviews.

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

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 has the most timely service from Sheffield to Leicester?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Sheffield to Leicester?

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 Leicester from $7 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Sheffield to Leicester on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00pm	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	2h 10m	9:10pm	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	6:10pm	Meadowhall Interchange	1h 20m	7:30pm	Leicester (Fosse Park)	Fastest
Bus	7:00pm	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	2h 10m	9:10pm	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	6:35pm	Sheffield, Meadowhall (M1 J34)	2h 35m	9:10pm	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	6:35pm	Sheffield, Meadowhall (M1 J34)	2h 35m	9:10pm	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Sheffield to Leicester on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00pm	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	2h 10m	9:10pm	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	11:35am	Meadowhall Interchange	1h 20m	12:55pm	Leicester (Fosse Park)	Fastest
Bus	1:00am	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	2h 10m	3:10am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	5:05am	Meadowhall Interchange	1h 45m	6:50am	Leicester (Fosse Park)	No tags
Bus	1:00am	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	2h 10m	3:10am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Sheffield to Leicester on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00pm	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	2h 10m	9:10pm	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	11:35am	Meadowhall Interchange	1h 20m	12:55pm	Leicester (Fosse Park)	Fastest
Bus	1:00am	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	2h 10m	3:10am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	5:05am	Meadowhall Interchange	1h 45m	6:50am	Leicester (Fosse Park)	No tags
Bus	1:00am	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	2h 10m	3:10am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Sheffield to Leicester on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00pm	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	2h 10m	9:10pm	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	11:35am	Meadowhall Interchange	1h 20m	12:55pm	Leicester (Fosse Park)	Fastest
Bus	1:00am	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	2h 10m	3:10am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	5:05am	Meadowhall Interchange	1h 45m	6:50am	Leicester (Fosse Park)	No tags
Bus	1:00am	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	2h 10m	3:10am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Sheffield to Leicester on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00pm	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	2h 10m	9:10pm	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	11:35am	Meadowhall Interchange	1h 20m	12:55pm	Leicester (Fosse Park)	Fastest
Bus	1:00am	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	2h 10m	3:10am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	5:05am	Meadowhall Interchange	1h 45m	6:50am	Leicester (Fosse Park)	No tags
Bus	1:00am	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	2h 10m	3:10am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Sheffield to Leicester on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00pm	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	2h 10m	9:10pm	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	11:35am	Meadowhall Interchange	1h 20m	12:55pm	Leicester (Fosse Park)	Fastest
Bus	1:00am	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	2h 10m	3:10am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	5:05am	Meadowhall Interchange	1h 45m	6:50am	Leicester (Fosse Park)	No tags
Bus	1:00am	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	2h 10m	3:10am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Sheffield to Leicester on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:40am	Sheffield, Meadowhall (M1 J34)	2h 55m	10:35am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	11:35am	Meadowhall Interchange	1h 20m	12:55pm	Leicester (Fosse Park)	Fastest
Bus	1:00am	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	2h 10m	3:10am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	5:05am	Meadowhall Interchange	1h 45m	6:50am	Leicester (Fosse Park)	No tags
Bus	1:00am	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	2h 10m	3:10am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Sheffield to Leicester

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Leicester. The journey takes about 1 hour 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 20mAverage Duration

54 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$10 - $44	Average Duration2h	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$10 - $135	Average Duration1h	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$8 - $14	Average Duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Sheffield and Leicester?

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 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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,480 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

National Express

4/529,741 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Based on 29741 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $11

National Express Sheffield Leicester recent customer reviews

High quality of checking and also departures and arrives on time better than the other bus service

Rawa N.

August 17, 2022

The bus was smelly all the way to Leicester because of the toilet failure and I was going to be fainted because of the bad smell as I breathed with difficult

Sinan B.

August 25, 2019

Great x

Julie N.

September 12, 2022

Megabus UK

3.5/54,278 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi2.6

Based on 4278 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Megabus UK ticket prices on this trip start at $24

Megabus Sheffield Leicester recent customer reviews

Shocking, bus didn’t turn up for ages had to book an Uber back to Leicester which cost me £142

Jacob B.

July 30, 2023

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Sheffield to Leicester 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 Sheffield to Leicester?
The cheapest bus tickets from Sheffield to Leicester start from $10. The average price for this route is around $13. 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 Sheffield to Leicester?
The average bus trip duration from Sheffield to Leicester is 2h, covering a distance of 58 miles (93 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Sheffield to Leicester route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, National Express, Megabus UK.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sheffield to Leicester?
The earliest bus departs from Sheffield to Leicester at 12:40am. And the latest bus departs at 7:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sheffield to Leicester?
A bus trip from Sheffield to Leicester generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Sheffield to Leicester?
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 29733 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Sheffield to Leicester?
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 has the most timely service from Sheffield to Leicester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Sheffield to Leicester?
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

11/28

$10

11/29

$10

Today

$11

12/01

$9

12/02

$9

12/03

$8

12/04

$8

12/05

$9

The cheapest trip from Sheffield to Leicester was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $8

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

You can expect to pay from $8 to $35 for a bus ticket from Sheffield to Leicester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $8 which is on 2025-12-03.