Lancaster, United Kingdom to Sheffield: Road Trip Guide & Distance

71.2 miles 114.6 km · straight line
94 miles actual route 151.2 km · driving distance
2h 8min estimated drive time
£14 - £18 estimated fuel cost
~39min flight time · usually no direct flights
130° SE bearing direction

How far is Lancaster, United Kingdom from Sheffield?

The distance from Lancaster, United Kingdom to Sheffield is 71.2 miles (114.6 km) as the crow flies. Sheffield is located SE of Lancaster, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 94 miles, taking about 2h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 39min. 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 Lancaster, United Kingdom 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 Lancaster, United Kingdom to Sheffield

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 8min £14 - £18 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 34min $8–$14* Budget
Train ~2h 2min $11–$33* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lancaster, United Kingdom & Sheffield

Quick Facts

Lancaster, United Kingdom
54.05°N, 2.80°W
Europe/London
23m 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 24 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 349.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM