Aberdare to Sheffield: Road Trip Guide & Distance

142 miles 228.6 km · straight line
196.9 miles actual route 316.9 km · driving distance
3h 51min estimated drive time
£30 - £37 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
35° NE bearing direction

How far is Aberdare from Sheffield?

The distance from Aberdare to Sheffield is 142 miles (228.6 km) as the crow flies. Sheffield is located NE of Aberdare. By car, the driving distance is approximately 196.9 miles, taking about 3h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Aberdare and Sheffield. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Aberdare to Sheffield

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 51min £30 - £37 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 37min $16–$30* Budget
Train ~3h 39min $24–$69* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Aberdare & Sheffield

Quick Facts

Aberdare
51.71°N, 3.45°W
Europe/London
135m elevation
Sheffield
53.38°N, 1.47°W
Europe/London
75m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 47 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 175.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM