Bus and Coach from Sheffield to Leicester: Compare all prices

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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Sheffield to Leicester from various bus operators like FlixBus or National Express for the next days.

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from £6

tomorrow

from £6

Friday

from £6

Saturday

from £6

Sunday

from £6

Monday

from £6

Tuesday

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	2h 10m	19:00	Sheffield	Coach Station	21:10	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	Economy	£6	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) at 13/08/2025 19:00:00 to St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) arriving at 13/08/2025 21:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £6 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 10m
National Express	2h 35m	18:35	Sheffield	Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station	21:10	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	Economy	£7	A Bus from National Express goes from Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) at 13/08/2025 18:35:00 to St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) arriving at 13/08/2025 21:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £7 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 35m
FlixBus	1h 40m	10:20	Sheffield	Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station	12:00	Leicester	Fosse Park	Economy	£7	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) at 13/08/2025 10:20:00 to Fosse Park, Leicester (United Kingdom) arriving at 13/08/2025 12:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £7 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 40m
FlixBus	1h 40m	14:50	Sheffield	Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station	16:30	Leicester	Fosse Park	Economy	£7	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) at 13/08/2025 14:50:00 to Fosse Park, Leicester (United Kingdom) arriving at 13/08/2025 16:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £7 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 40m
FlixBus	1h 25m	15:20	Sheffield	Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station	16:45	Leicester	Fosse Park	Economy	£7	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) at 13/08/2025 15:20:00 to Fosse Park, Leicester (United Kingdom) arriving at 13/08/2025 16:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £7 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 25m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	2h 35m	18:35	Sheffield	Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station	21:10	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	Economy	£6	A Bus from National Express goes from Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) at 14/08/2025 18:35:00 to St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) arriving at 14/08/2025 21:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £6 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 35m
National Express	2h 10m	19:00	Sheffield	Coach Station	21:10	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	Economy	£6	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) at 14/08/2025 19:00:00 to St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) arriving at 14/08/2025 21:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £6 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 10m
FlixBus	1h 40m	10:20	Sheffield	Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station	12:00	Leicester	Fosse Park	Economy	£7	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) at 14/08/2025 10:20:00 to Fosse Park, Leicester (United Kingdom) arriving at 14/08/2025 12:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £7 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 40m
FlixBus	1h 40m	14:50	Sheffield	Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station	16:30	Leicester	Fosse Park	Economy	£7	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) at 14/08/2025 14:50:00 to Fosse Park, Leicester (United Kingdom) arriving at 14/08/2025 16:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £7 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 40m
FlixBus	1h 20m	18:10	Sheffield	Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station	19:30	Leicester	Fosse Park	Economy	£7	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) at 14/08/2025 18:10:00 to Fosse Park, Leicester (United Kingdom) arriving at 14/08/2025 19:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £7 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 20m

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	2h 35m	18:35	Sheffield	Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station	21:10	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	Economy	£6	A Bus from National Express goes from Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) at 15/08/2025 18:35:00 to St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) arriving at 15/08/2025 21:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £6 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 35m
National Express	2h 10m	19:00	Sheffield	Coach Station	21:10	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	Economy	£6	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) at 15/08/2025 19:00:00 to St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) arriving at 15/08/2025 21:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £6 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 10m
FlixBus	2h 0m	12:05	Sheffield	Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station	14:05	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	Economy	£6	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) at 15/08/2025 12:05:00 to St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) arriving at 15/08/2025 14:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £6 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 0m
National Express	2h 30m	00:40	Sheffield	Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station	03:10	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	Economy	£7	A Bus from National Express goes from Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) at 15/08/2025 00:40:00 to St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) arriving at 15/08/2025 03:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £7 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 30m
FlixBus	1h 40m	10:20	Sheffield	Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station	12:00	Leicester	Fosse Park	Economy	£7	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) at 15/08/2025 10:20:00 to Fosse Park, Leicester (United Kingdom) arriving at 15/08/2025 12:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £7 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	2h 35m	18:35	Sheffield	Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station	21:10	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	Economy	£6	A Bus from National Express goes from Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) at 16/08/2025 18:35:00 to St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) arriving at 16/08/2025 21:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £6 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 35m
National Express	2h 10m	19:00	Sheffield	Coach Station	21:10	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	Economy	£6	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) at 16/08/2025 19:00:00 to St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) arriving at 16/08/2025 21:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £6 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 10m
National Express	2h 30m	00:40	Sheffield	Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station	03:10	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	Economy	£7	A Bus from National Express goes from Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) at 16/08/2025 00:40:00 to St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) arriving at 16/08/2025 03:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £7 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 30m
FlixBus	1h 40m	10:20	Sheffield	Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station	12:00	Leicester	Fosse Park	Economy	£7	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) at 16/08/2025 10:20:00 to Fosse Park, Leicester (United Kingdom) arriving at 16/08/2025 12:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £7 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 40m
FlixBus	1h 40m	14:50	Sheffield	Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station	16:30	Leicester	Fosse Park	Economy	£7	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) at 16/08/2025 14:50:00 to Fosse Park, Leicester (United Kingdom) arriving at 16/08/2025 16:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £7 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	2h 35m	18:35	Sheffield	Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station	21:10	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	Economy	£6	A Bus from National Express goes from Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) at 17/08/2025 18:35:00 to St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) arriving at 17/08/2025 21:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £6 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 35m
National Express	2h 10m	19:00	Sheffield	Coach Station	21:10	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	Economy	£6	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) at 17/08/2025 19:00:00 to St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) arriving at 17/08/2025 21:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £6 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 10m
FlixBus	2h 0m	12:05	Sheffield	Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station	14:05	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	Economy	£6	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) at 17/08/2025 12:05:00 to St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) arriving at 17/08/2025 14:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £6 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 0m
National Express	2h 30m	00:40	Sheffield	Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station	03:10	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	Economy	£7	A Bus from National Express goes from Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) at 17/08/2025 00:40:00 to St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) arriving at 17/08/2025 03:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £7 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 30m
FlixBus	1h 40m	10:20	Sheffield	Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station	12:00	Leicester	Fosse Park	Economy	£7	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) at 17/08/2025 10:20:00 to Fosse Park, Leicester (United Kingdom) arriving at 17/08/2025 12:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £7 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	2h 35m	18:35	Sheffield	Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station	21:10	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	Economy	£6	A Bus from National Express goes from Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) at 18/08/2025 18:35:00 to St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/08/2025 21:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £6 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 35m
National Express	2h 10m	19:00	Sheffield	Coach Station	21:10	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	Economy	£6	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) at 18/08/2025 19:00:00 to St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/08/2025 21:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £6 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 10m
National Express	2h 30m	00:40	Sheffield	Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station	03:10	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	Economy	£7	A Bus from National Express goes from Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) at 18/08/2025 00:40:00 to St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/08/2025 03:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £7 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 30m
FlixBus	1h 40m	10:20	Sheffield	Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station	12:00	Leicester	Fosse Park	Economy	£7	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) at 18/08/2025 10:20:00 to Fosse Park, Leicester (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/08/2025 12:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £7 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 40m
FlixBus	1h 40m	14:45	Sheffield	Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station	16:25	Leicester	Fosse Park	Economy	£7	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) at 18/08/2025 14:45:00 to Fosse Park, Leicester (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/08/2025 16:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £7 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 40m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Sheffield to Leicester is £6 on 28/08/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Sheffield and Leicester

See here how frequent the connections between Sheffield and Leicester are, during different times and days of the week.

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 15 daily coaches from Sheffield to Leicester. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 15 daily coaches between Sheffield and Leicester.

The busiest time of the day is the Night, with 30 coaches from Sheffield to Leicester, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Sheffield and Leicester, with 18 offers.

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Facts about coaches from Sheffield to Leicester

Compare all providers like FlixBus and National Express that travel 15 times every day by bus from Sheffield to Leicester in one click! Book your bus ticket from Sheffield to Leicester starting from £6!

Cheapest Bus	£6
Fastest Bus	1h 20m
Earliest Coach	00:40
Latest Coach	19:00
Daily Bus Connections	15 Ø
Distance	85.7 km
Coach Companies	FlixBus and National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Sheffield to Leicester

Every day, 15 buses from 2 coach companies leave Sheffield for Leicester: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 13/08/2025 and for the following days.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 11/08

Tuesday 12/08

Wednesday 13/08

£6

Thursday 14/08

£6

Friday 15/08

£6

Saturday 16/08

£6

Sunday 17/08

£6

Monday 18/08

£6

Tuesday 19/08

Wednesday 20/08

£6

Thursday 21/08

Friday 22/08

£7

Saturday 23/08

£7

Sunday 24/08

£7

Monday 25/08

Tuesday 26/08

£6

Wednesday 27/08

Thursday 28/08

£6

Friday 29/08

Saturday 30/08

£6

Sunday 31/08

£6

Monday 01/09

Tuesday 02/09

£6

Wednesday 03/09

£6

Thursday 04/09

Friday 05/09

£6

Saturday 06/09

Sunday 07/09

The cheapest time to travel from Sheffield to Leicester

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Sheffield to Leicester, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from £6, Thursday is the cheapest day for a coach from Sheffield to Leicester. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £6.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Sheffield to Leicester, with £6. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £7.

How to save money travelling from Sheffield to Leicester

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Sheffield to Leicester in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Sheffield to Leicester, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Sheffield to Leicester are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Sheffield to Leicester

These are the most booked bus companies between Sheffield to Leicester from our users.

National Express from Sheffield to Leicester

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Sheffield to Leicester:

Cheapest Price	£6
Fastest Coach	1h 55m
Earliest Coach	00:40
Last Coach	19:00
Daily Connections	7 Ø
Found on	12/08/2025

FlixBus from Sheffield to Leicester

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Sheffield to Leicester:

Cheapest Price	£6
Fastest Coach	1h 20m
Earliest Coach	00:55
Last Coach	18:10
Daily Connections	8 Ø
Found on	12/08/2025

All bus stations and stops in Sheffield and Leicester

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Sheffield and Leicester.

Coach Station

Pond Hill

Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station

Meadowhall Road 1-4

Greenhill

Chesterfield Road

Central Station

Sheaf St

Dore & Totley Train Station

Braunstone

Narborough Road

Fosse Park

Fosse Park Ave

St. Margaret's Bus Station

Gravel St

Charles Street Bus Station

Gravel St 77

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Sheffield to Leicester? Compare all modes of transports from Sheffield to Leicester.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Sheffield to Leicester

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Sheffield to Leicester? Or which bus companies serve the route Sheffield to Leicester? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Sheffield to Leicester bus

How much does a Sheffield - Leicester coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Sheffield - Leicester bus trip is available from £6 and takes 2h 35m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Sheffield to Leicester?

The connection Sheffield to Leicester is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £6 to £18. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the Sheffield - Leicester route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Sheffield to Leicester is offered by roughly 15 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Leicester from Sheffield take?

The quickest coach from Sheffield to Leicester is provided by FlixBus and takes 1h 20m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £8. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Sheffield to Leicester?

The earliest bus to Leicester departs from Sheffield at 00:40. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Sheffield to Leicester?

The latest bus to Leicester departs from Sheffield at 19:00. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Sheffield - Leicester route?

Passengers looking to travel from Sheffield to Leicester can travel with FlixBus and National Express. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Sheffield and Leicester?

You can check all the direct connections between Sheffield and Leicester by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus and National Express.

What can I take with me on the bus to Leicester from Sheffield?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Sheffield Leicester bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Sheffield Leicester bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Sheffield to Leicester on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Sheffield to Leicester

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Sheffield and to Leicester

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Sheffield and to Leicester. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!