The cheapest and fastest buses from Luton to Sheffield
Cheapest price
€17
Average price
€36
Fastest journey
4 h 10 m
Average duration
5 h 1 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
182 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Luton to Sheffield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Sheffield will cost around €36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
Of the 5 buses that leave Luton for Sheffield on Sat, Dec 20, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Dec 20 the direct buses cover the 182 km distance in an average of 5 h 1 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 10 m .
On Sat, Dec 20 the slowest buses will take 5 h 35 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 Luton to Sheffield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton 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 2h 27m. 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 €14, and a train costs an average of €36.
Distance: 182 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€25 Average price Cheapest | €74 Average price |
3h 57m Average total duration 3h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 57m Average total duration Fastest 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Luton to Sheffield bus times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Sheffield buses for today, Friday, December 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX230 · NX564 | Delayed 12:20 PM 8:30 AMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 3h45 | 12:15 PM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 transfer | |
NX240 | 10:30 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 5h00 | 3:30 PM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX240 | 10:40 AM Luton, Station Interchange | 4h50 | 3:30 PM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX240 | 5:35 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 4h25 | 10:00 PM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX240 | 5:45 PM Luton, Station Interchange | 4h15 | 10:00 PM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:50 PM Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney) | 5h35 | 11:25 PM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · NX180 | 9:00 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 4h55 | 1:55 AM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · NX180 | 9:10 PM Luton, Station Interchange | 4h45 | 1:55 AM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · NX195 | 10:45 PM Luton, Station Interchange | 6h05 | 4:50 AM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · NX195 | 11:55 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 4h55 | 4:50 AM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Luton to Sheffield
Buses from Luton to Sheffield run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €14 if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 182 km distance in 3h 45m.
Distance 182 km |
Average bus duration 3h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 45m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express from Luton to SheffieldYou can travel by bus between Luton to Sheffield with National Express for as low as €14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Luton to Sheffield
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton 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 Luton, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Luton, Station Interchange, Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney) and Luton, Galaxy Centre (Stop G3). When arriving in Sheffield, you can end your trip in coach stations like Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange), Sheffield, Brown Street and Sheffield.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Luton, Station Interchange, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 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 Luton 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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