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Liverpool to Sheffield Coach Timetable
Coach from Liverpool to Sheffield: Journey Information
There are 55 intercity coaches per day from Liverpool to Sheffield. Traveling by coach from Liverpool to Sheffield usually takes around 5 hours and 10 minutes, but the fastest National Express coach can make the trip in 3 hours and 50 minutes.
| Distance | 63 mi (101 km) |
| Shortest duration | 3h 50m |
| Cheapest price | £10.84 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Coach lines | 2 |
What coach companies travel from Liverpool to Sheffield?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Liverpool to Sheffield that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, National Express usually offers more choice, with 53 scheduled trips per day.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 2 | 5h 15m | £16.44 |
| National Express | 53 | 5h 10m | £18.44 |
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 2 trips from Liverpool to Sheffield, and usually makes the trip in about 5 hours and 15 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Book National Express from Liverpool to Sheffield from £14. There are 53 National Express schedules from Liverpool to Sheffield and you can expect on average to pay for a National Express ticket to Sheffield. In Liverpool, National Express departs to Sheffield from ONE Coach Station and 2 other stations. In Sheffield, National Express arrives at Coach Station and 1 other station.
An average trip on National Express from Liverpool to Sheffield takes 5 hours and 10 minutes , while the fastest available National Express trip will get you to Sheffield in 3 hours and 50 minutes .
On weekends, National Express offers 52 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Sheffield.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Liverpool to Sheffield
The coach takes an average of 5 hours and 10 minutes to cover the 63 miles from Liverpool to Sheffield. However, the fastest coach only takes 3 hours and 50 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. 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.
"With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for coach travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, 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 21:00. To see the times for all coaches from Liverpool to Sheffield, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 55 scheduled coaches that travel from Liverpool to Sheffield every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which coach you take, you will have to transfer coaches at least once during your journey.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Liverpool to Sheffield; ticket prices start at £8.50.
City Information
Liverpool
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Although Liverpool is only England's 10th largest city, its fame ballooned as the birthplace of the world's biggest rock band: The Beatles. Visiting Liverpool would not be complete without a trip to the iconic Beatles Statue, located near the port, followed by a visit to The Beatles Story museum, where visitors can immerse themselves in the band's rise to fame.
To explore some of Liverpool's older history, the Merseyside Maritime Museum provides fascinating exhibits on the city's great port-town past, including exhibitions on the Titanic as well as the Battle of the Atlantic. Football fanatics should check out the world-famous Anfield Stadium, where regular tours help visitors revel in the history and glory of this iconic football club.
Traveling to Liverpool is easy thanks to several rail providers, which facilitate travel around the Liverpool City Region and beyond. Liverpool also has two significant bus terminals for access via coach and an international airport for those traveling from further afield.
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 Liverpool?
Main departure station: ONE Coach Station
Coaches to Sheffield leave from 4 stations in Liverpool.
All coach stations in Liverpool:
ONE Coach Station
University of Liverpool
Edge Lane Drive Bus Stop
Wavertree Shopping Centre
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
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