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Birmingham to Sheffield Coach Timetable
Coach from Birmingham to Sheffield: Journey Information
There are 37 intercity coaches per day from Birmingham to Sheffield. Traveling by coach from Birmingham to Sheffield usually takes around 3 hours and 9 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus coach can make the trip in just one hour and 45 minutes.
| Distance | 64 mi (103 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 45m |
| Cheapest price | RON 33.15 |
| Trips per day | 25 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Coach lines | 3 |
Coaches from Birmingham to Sheffield
- FlixBus: 7 daily coaches from RON 35
- Megabus: 2 daily coaches from RON 145
- National Express: 33 daily coaches from RON 44
What coach companies travel from Birmingham to Sheffield?
There are 3 bus lines from Birmingham to Sheffield available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 33 daily trips, National Express usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 7 | 2h 20m | RON 64.37 |
| Megabus | 2 | 14h 47m | RON 205.93 |
| National Express | 33 | 2h 48m | RON 97.87 |
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 7 trips from Birmingham to Sheffield, and usually makes the trip in about 2 hours and 20 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Founded in 2003, Megabus UK was created to provide travelers with greener, more straightforward and smarter travel. The carrier has routes all across the United Kingdom in England, Scotland, and Wales. The Megabus UK fleet, easily distinguishable by its dark blue and yellow colors, has free Wi-Fi, outlets and charging ports, onboard restrooms, and 20 kg luggage allowances on each bus.
Book National Express from Birmingham to Sheffield from RON 46. There are 33 National Express schedules from Birmingham to Sheffield and you can expect on average to pay for a National Express ticket to Sheffield. In Birmingham, National Express departs to Sheffield from Coach Station and 1 other station. In Sheffield, National Express arrives at Coach Station and 2 other stations.
An average trip on National Express from Birmingham to Sheffield takes 2 hours and 48 minutes , while the fastest available National Express trip will get you to Sheffield in 1 hours and 45 minutes .
On weekends, National Express offers 32 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Sheffield.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Birmingham to Sheffield
The coach takes an average of 3 hours and 9 minutes to cover the 64 miles from Birmingham to Sheffield. However, the fastest coach only takes an hour and 45 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Tuesday is usually the day of the week when coaches are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded coaches to Sheffield, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first coach leaves at 01:00 and the last coach leaves at 22:00. To see the times for all coaches from Birmingham to Sheffield, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 37 scheduled coaches that travel from Birmingham to Sheffield every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 25 direct coaches, where you can stay on the same coach without having to transfer to a connecting coach at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Birmingham to Sheffield; ticket prices start at RON 149.15.
City Information
Birmingham
As the second-largest city in the UK, Birmingham effortlessly blends the city’s quaint vibe with modern-day high-rises. One of the top local attractions is St. Martin in the Bull Ring, the original parish church of Birmingham. Featuring remarkable Gothic Revival architecture standing in stark contrast with the futuristic-looking shopping centers, the church is a great spot for travelers looking for a bit of respite. As you stroll around the city, don’t forget to visit the famous Cadbury World, which details the long history of the brand, as well as all the products it produces. For culturally-inclined activities, head to the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, which offers over 40 exhibits.
If you wish to try out authentic Indian dishes with a local twist, head over to Pushkar. For those who wish to enjoy a more upscale dining experience, Bank offers a chic menu in an elegant setting.
The principal rail station is Birmingham New Street Station, which is the busiest train station in the UK. The Birmingham Coach Station offers coach services by National Express as far as London and Dublin. The city’s main airport is the Birmingham Airport, which is located 6 miles east of the city center.
Sheffield
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Sheffield is also known as the Steel City, mainly for its many innovations during the 19th-century Industrial Revolution. Flash forward to today, and Sheffield is where you'll find modern cityscapes set against beautiful green backdrops; a standout is Peak District National Park.
Paying homage to the city's history, many streets feature steel art structures, and the local museums explore the city's contributions to Britain's steel industry. Sheffield's food scene boasts a plethora of restaurants, microbreweries, and pubs all around. Top picks include Steam Yard, Silversmiths, and Kommune, all located at the city centre.
The most prominent landmarks in Sheffield are the Millennium Gallery, Sheffield Cathedral, Winter Garden, and the Kelham Island Museum. For family fun, check out the Weston Park Museum, Tropical Butterfly House, and Whirlow Hall Farm.
Two trains can take you to Sheffield: Northern Rail and CrossCountry. If you prefer to take a coach, service is available with Megabus and FlixBus.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Birmingham?
Main departure station: Coach Station
Coaches to Sheffield leave from 4 stations in Birmingham.
All coach stations in Birmingham:
Coach Station
Birmingham Airport
Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street
Birmingham Brunel St Bus Stop
Where does the coach arrive in Sheffield?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Meadowhall Interchange
Meadowhall Interchange is located in northeast Sheffield and consists of a train station, tram stop, and bus/coach station. Pedestrian footbridges connect the coach station building, train platforms, park and ride lot, and tram stop to the Meadowhall shopping centre across the River Don. The coach station building offers amenities, including fast food and restrooms; FlixBus, National Express, and Megabus coaches board in the coach lanes outside of this building. The train platforms serve Northern and TransPennine rail routes, and the tram connects Meadowhall with the centre of Sheffield.
Coach stations in Sheffield:
Meadowhall Interchange
Coach Station
Greenhill
Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange
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