Cardiff to Sheffield: Road Trip Guide & Distance

149.7 miles 240.9 km · straight line
193.7 miles actual route 311.8 km · driving distance
3h 49min estimated drive time
£29 - £36 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
28° NNE bearing direction

How far is Cardiff from Sheffield?

The distance from Cardiff to Sheffield is 149.7 miles (240.9 km) as the crow flies. Sheffield is located NNE of Cardiff. By car, the driving distance is approximately 193.7 miles, taking about 3h 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. 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 Cardiff 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 Cardiff to Sheffield

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 49min £29 - £36 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 35min $15–$29* Budget
Train ~3h 38min $23–$68* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cardiff & Sheffield

Quick Facts

Cardiff
51.48°N, 3.18°W
Europe/London
9m 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 50 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 166.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM