Gothenburg to Sheffield: Road Trip Guide & Distance

603.2 miles 970.7 km · straight line
1219.8 miles actual route 1963 km · driving distance
21h 11min estimated drive time
SEK 2297 - SEK 2827 estimated fuel cost
~1h 43min flight time
246° WSW bearing direction

How far is Gothenburg from Sheffield?

The distance from Gothenburg to Sheffield is 603.2 miles (970.7 km) as the crow flies. Sheffield is located WSW of Gothenburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1219.8 miles, taking about 21h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 43min. Gothenburg is in Sweden, while Sheffield is in United Kingdom.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Gothenburg 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 Gothenburg to Sheffield

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 21h 11min SEK 2297 - SEK 2827 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 43min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~25h 25min $98–$183* Budget
Train ~27h 32min $146–$427* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Gothenburg & Sheffield

Quick Facts

Gothenburg
57.71°N, 11.97°E
Europe/Stockholm
12m 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 201 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 50 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 41.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM