The cheapest and fastest buses from Liverpool to Sheffield
Cheapest price
€17
Average price
€19
Fastest journey
4 h 55 m
Average duration
5 h 27 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
100 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Liverpool to Sheffield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Sheffield will cost around €19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
Of the 5 buses that leave Liverpool for Sheffield on Tue, Jan 13, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jan 13 the direct buses cover the 100 km distance in an average of 5 h 27 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 55 m .
On Tue, Jan 13 the slowest buses will take 5 h 57 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 train and bus for Liverpool to Sheffield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Sheffield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a train costs an average of €12.
Distance: 100 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€20 Average price Cheapest | €23 Average price |
3h 57m Average total duration 3h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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
Liverpool to Sheffield bus times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Sheffield buses for today, Monday, January 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX170 · NX240 | Delayed 11:09 AM 2:48 AMLiverpool, Botanic Park | 4h57 | 7:45 AM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 transfer | |
NX170 · NX131 | Delayed 11:09 AM 5:18 AMLiverpool, Botanic Park | 5h32 | 10:50 AM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 transfer | |
NX170 · NX131 | Delayed 11:09 AM 8:02 AMLiverpool, Botanic Park | 4h43 | 12:45 PM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 transfer | |
NX170 · NX131 | Delayed 11:09 AM 11:02 AMLiverpool, Botanic Park | 5h03 | 4:05 PM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 transfer | |
NX171 · NX131 | 12:05 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 6h05 | 6:10 PM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 transfer | |
NX171 · NX131 | 12:13 PM Liverpool, University | 5h57 | 6:10 PM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 transfer | |
NX171 · NX131 | 12:17 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 5h53 | 6:10 PM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 transfer | |
NX170 · NX195 | On time 1:47 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 5h08 | 6:55 PM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 transfer | |
NX170 · NX466 | On time 7:27 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 5h23 | 12:50 AM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 transfer | |
NX171 · NX172 · NX180 | 9:15 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 6h05 | 3:20 AM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 2 transfers | |
NX171 · NX172 · NX180 | 9:23 PM Liverpool, University | 5h57 | 3:20 AM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 2 transfers | |
NX171 · NX172 · NX180 | 9:27 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 5h53 | 3:20 AM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 2 transfers | |
| Tuesday, January 13 | |||||
![]() | 4:10 AM Liverpool | 5h40 | 9:50 AM Sheffield | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:50 AM Liverpool | 4h55 | 11:45 AM Sheffield | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:20 AM Liverpool | 5h25 | 1:45 PM Sheffield | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Liverpool to Sheffield
Buses from Liverpool to Sheffield run on average 24 times per day, taking around 3h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €14 but you can travel from only €12 by train.
The earliest bus runs at 00:12, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 100 km distance in 4h 20m.
Distance 100 km |
Average bus duration 3h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Buses per day 24 |
Fastest bus 4h 20m |
First bus 00:12 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus from Liverpool to SheffieldYou can travel by bus between Liverpool to Sheffield with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus for as low as €12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Liverpool to Sheffield
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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.

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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Liverpool to Sheffield
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café in the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 10A, 14, 14A, 18, 79, 82 Train: Merseyrail
- Bus: 699, 86C, 86A Train: Liverpool Lime Street
- 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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