Bus Tickets from Sheffield to Leicester

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TodayAug 6
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TomorrowAug 7
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FriAug 8
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 7 at
    Departure city: Sheffield
    Departure location: Sheffield Coach Station Interchange
    Arrival time: August 7 at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: August 7 at
    Departure city: Sheffield
    Departure location: Meadowhall Interchange
    Arrival time: August 7 at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: Leicester (Fosse Park)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 7 at
    Departure city: Sheffield
    Departure location: Sheffield Coach Station Interchange
    Arrival time: August 7 at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 7 at
    Departure city: Sheffield
    Departure location: Meadowhall Interchange
    Arrival time: August 7 at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: Leicester (Fosse Park)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 7 at
    Departure city: Sheffield
    Departure location: Sheffield Coach Station Interchange
    Arrival time: August 7 at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Sheffield to Leicester

Bus
Average PriceUS$10 - US$40Average Duration2h
2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$10 - US$139Average Duration1h 2m
2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Carpool
Average PriceUS$8 - US$15Average Duration1h 20m
4kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Sheffield to Leicester

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Leicester. The journey takes about 1 hour 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
1h 20mAverage Duration
US$8Cheapest ticket
4kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Sheffield to Leicester: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$13
Average Bus Trip Duration2h
Number of daily buses14
Earliest bus departure12:40am
Distance88 km
Latest bus departure7:00pm

Sheffield to Leicester Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Sheffield to Leicester.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Sheffield to Leicester from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Leicester from Sheffield, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Sheffield - Leicester

  1. What is the travel distance from Sheffield to Leicester?

    The distance between Sheffield and Leicester is around 86 km (54 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Sheffield to Leicester?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Meadowhall Interchange, in Sheffield, and end it at St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station, in Leicester.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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08-04
US$9
08-05
US$9
Today
US$9
08-07
US$8
08-08
US$9
08-09
US$9
08-10
US$9
08-11
US$9
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Sheffield to Leicester was searched and found on Aug 7, 2025 with a price of US$8

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sheffield to Leicester, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$8 to US$24 for a bus ticket from Sheffield to Leicester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$8 which is on 2025-08-07.

Usually Flixbus (GB) will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Sheffield to Leicester.

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Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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What's the cheapest way to go from Sheffield to Leicester?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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