Gainsborough to Sheffield: Road Trip Guide & Distance

29 miles 46.7 km · straight line
34.2 miles actual route 55 km · driving distance
53min estimated drive time
£5 - £6 estimated fuel cost
~34min flight time · usually no direct flights
270° W bearing direction

How far is Gainsborough from Sheffield?

The distance from Gainsborough to Sheffield is 29 miles (46.7 km) as the crow flies. Sheffield is located W of Gainsborough. By car, the driving distance is approximately 34.2 miles, taking about 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 34min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. 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 Gainsborough 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 Gainsborough to Sheffield

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 53min £5 - £6 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Gainsborough & Sheffield

Quick Facts

Gainsborough
53.38°N, 0.77°W
Europe/London
11m 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 10 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 2 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 858.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM