How to Get from Sheffield to Edinburgh
Sheffield to Edinburgh is 309 km in a straight line. The trip takes 5h 20m by bus.
On Routavio you can compare the ways from Sheffield to Edinburgh by price and travel time (route calculated on 9 November 2026).
- First bus at 03:30, last at 16:10
Compare the ways to get there. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the Whole Journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Sheffield to Edinburgh. The most useful door-to-door route takes 5h 20m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 309 km apart in a straight line. The operators below come from a real route search.
309 km in a straight line
Which Way Suits You?
| Transport | Ticket price | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €285Older observation | 4h 30m1 transfer | See Flight details |
| Bus | €23Omio catalogue, Nov 10 | 6h 05mdirect | See Bus details |
| See bus tickets on Omio | |||
- Flight€285Older observation4h 30m · 1 transferSee Flight details
- Bus€23Omio catalogue, Nov 106h 05m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Sheffield to Edinburgh: Cheapest or Fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Sheffield → Edinburgh - Princes Streetbus
FlixBus·5h 20m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Which Date Should You Go?
An amount is a fare we saw earlier; with "around" in front it is our estimate. Neither is a live offer. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Departures from Sheffield to Edinburgh
FlixBus publishes departures from 03:30 to 16:10.
| Operator | First | Last |
|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 03:30 | 16:10 |
All departures
- 03:30
- 12:30
- 16:10
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, we do not hold a published timetable for that operator. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and Arrival
Ticket Prices on This Route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Tue, Nov 10.
Operators Seen on These Journeys
FlixBusSheffield-Edinburgh - Princes StreetBook →
LoganairLiverpool-Douglas, Douglas-EdinburghSee live options and dates →On this route you travel with FlixBus, Loganair.
How the Trip from Sheffield to Edinburgh Works
Routavio built this route from its own route data on 9 November 2026. Start with a FlixBus bus from Sheffield to Edinburgh - Princes Street, about 5h 20m. In total it's roughly €22 over 5h 20m, direct, no transfers.
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Sheffield to Edinburgh: Common Questions
How long does it take to get from Sheffield to Edinburgh?
Routavio's route check on 9 November 2026 puts the most useful route at about 5h 20m by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Sheffield to Edinburgh?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 03:30 and the last at 16:10, according to the published timetable.
How far is Edinburgh from Sheffield?
About 309 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Sheffield to Edinburgh cost?
Our estimate for the route we recommend is around €22. We have not seen it as a fare. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Sheffield to Edinburgh?
According to Routavio's route data, on this route you travel with FlixBus, Loganair.
Can you get from Sheffield to Edinburgh without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 3h 19m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Sheffield to Edinburgh?
Routavio's comparison usually points to a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and Method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables. The price here is our estimate, not a guarantee.
Operators: FlixBus, Loganair
Route calculated: 9 Nov 2026