The cheapest and fastest buses from Bradford to Sheffield
Cheapest price
€6
Average price
€7
Fastest journey
1 h 35 m
Average duration
1 h 40 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
49 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bradford to Sheffield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bradford to Sheffield will cost around €7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.
Of the 3 buses that leave Bradford for Sheffield on Wed, Feb 25, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 25 the direct buses cover the 49 km distance in an average of 1 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
On Wed, Feb 25 the slowest buses will take 1 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Bradford to Sheffield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bradford to Sheffield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €8.
Distance: 49 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€7 Average price Cheapest | €13 Average price |
2h 3m Average total duration 1h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bradford to Sheffield bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bradford to Sheffield buses for today, Tuesday, February 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:15 PM Bradford | 1h35 | 12:50 AM Sheffield | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, February 25 | |||||
![]() | 2:25 PM Bradford | 1h40 | 4:05 PM Sheffield | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Bradford to Sheffield buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Bradford to Sheffield.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Bradford to Sheffield.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bradford to Sheffield
Buses from Bradford to Sheffield run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:40, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 49 km distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 49 km |
Average bus duration 1h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 1h 25m |
First bus 01:40 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus from Bradford to SheffieldYou can travel by bus between Bradford to Sheffield with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus for as low as €6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bradford to Sheffield
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bradford to Sheffield by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Sheffield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bradford to Sheffield
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Costa Coffee (in the station)
- Upper Crust (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: 1, 7, 8, 24, 25 Train: Sheffield Station
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