Chester to Sheffield: Road Trip Guide & Distance

60.2 miles 96.9 km · straight line
76.2 miles actual route 122.6 km · driving distance
1h 48min estimated drive time
£12 - £14 estimated fuel cost
~37min flight time · usually no direct flights
77° ENE bearing direction

How far is Chester from Sheffield?

The distance from Chester to Sheffield is 60.2 miles (96.9 km) as the crow flies. Sheffield is located ENE of Chester. By car, the driving distance is approximately 76.2 miles, taking about 1h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 37min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 Chester 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 Chester to Sheffield

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 48min £12 - £14 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 10min $6–$11* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Chester & Sheffield

Quick Facts

Chester
53.19°N, 2.89°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 20 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 5 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 413.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM