THE SHORT VERSION
Exeter to Sheffield at a glance.
- From
- Exeter
- Road distance
- About 394 km
- Straight line
- 327 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~4 h 45 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Not listed as direct
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Exeter
Boarding points depend on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from their office or your hotel. Your ticket shows the exact place and check-in time.
Arriving in Sheffield
Ask the seller where the service ends in Sheffield. A town-name stop can be a bus station some way from the centre, and the last stretch to your accommodation is usually up to you.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
KEEP GOING
From Sheffield, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Sheffield
More buses from Exeter
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Exeter from Sheffield by road?+
About 394 km by road (327 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Exeter to Sheffield take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 4 h 45 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Exeter?+
It depends on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Sheffield to Exeter?+
12Go's public route list doesn't include Sheffield to Exeter as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.
Where does the bus from Exeter arrive in Sheffield?+
It depends on the operator. Some services end at the local bus station, others at an office or a stop on the main road. Ask the seller for the drop-off address before you book.
What kind of bus runs from Exeter to Sheffield?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Exeter to Sheffield bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Sheffield by bus?+
Direct buses from Sheffield include Manchester, Greater London, Edinburgh, Leeds, Nottingham and more. See all connections on our Sheffield bus page.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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