4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Cardiff to Sheffield
Cheapest price
€37
Average price
€48
Fastest journey
5 h 10 m
Average duration
6 h 19 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
241 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cardiff to Sheffield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Sheffield will cost around €48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €37.
It's difficult to get from Cardiff to Sheffield without transferring at least once.
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Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Cardiff to Sheffield
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Sheffield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a train costs an average of €35.
Distance: 241 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
|---|---|
€28 Average price Cheapest | €76 Average price |
6h 31m Average total duration 6h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration Fastest 3h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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
Cardiff to Sheffield bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Sheffield buses for today, Wednesday, December 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:20 AM Cardiff | 6h10 | 1:30 PM Sheffield | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:10 PM Cardiff | 6h05 | 7:15 PM Sheffield | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:10 PM Cardiff | 5h10 | 9:20 PM Sheffield | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:10 PM Cardiff | 10h00 | 7:10 AM Sheffield | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, December 18 | |||||
| NX202 · NX106 · NX131 | 2:35 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 8h20 | 10:55 AM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 2 transfers | |
| NX509 · NX564 | 3:15 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 9h00 | 12:15 PM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 transfer | |
| NX202 · NX100 · NX131 | 4:30 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 8h25 | 12:55 PM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 2 transfers | |
| NX507 · NX560 | 5:15 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 8h55 | 2:10 PM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cardiff to Sheffield
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Buses from Cardiff to Sheffield run on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €18 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:35, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 241 km distance in 4h 55m.
Distance 241 km |
Average bus duration 6h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 4h 55m |
First bus 00:35 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Cardiff to SheffieldYou can travel by bus between Cardiff to Sheffield with National Express, Megabus for as low as €18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Cardiff to Sheffield
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff 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.
When departing from Cardiff, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Cardiff, University, Cardiff, Millennium Stadium and Cardiff, North Road (St Josephs Convent). When arriving in Sheffield, you can end your route in coach stations like Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange), Sheffield, Brown Street and Sheffield.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Cardiff, University, which is located around 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange), located 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Cardiff to Sheffield
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 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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