Hamburg to Sheffield: Road Trip Guide & Distance

471.2 miles 758.3 km · straight line
744 miles actual route 1197.4 km · driving distance
13h 0min estimated drive time
€128 - €158 estimated fuel cost
~1h 27min flight time
273° W bearing direction

How far is Hamburg from Sheffield?

The distance from Hamburg to Sheffield is 471.2 miles (758.3 km) as the crow flies. Sheffield is located W of Hamburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 744 miles, taking about 13h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 27min. Hamburg is in Germany, 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Sheffield

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 0min €128 - €158 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 27min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 36min $60–$112* Budget
Train ~12h 21min $89–$260* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hamburg & Sheffield

Quick Facts

Hamburg
53.55°N, 9.99°E
Europe/Berlin
6m 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 157 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 39 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 52.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM