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

43.2 miles 69.6 km · straight line
70 miles actual route 112.6 km · driving distance
1h 41min estimated drive time
£11 - £13 estimated fuel cost
~35min flight time · usually no direct flights
136° SE bearing direction

How far is Nelson, United Kingdom from Sheffield?

The distance from Nelson, United Kingdom to Sheffield is 43.2 miles (69.6 km) as the crow flies. Sheffield is located SE of Nelson, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 70 miles, taking about 1h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 35min. 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 Nelson, 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 Nelson, United Kingdom to Sheffield

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 41min £11 - £13 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 1min $6–$11* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Nelson, United Kingdom & Sheffield

Quick Facts

Nelson, United Kingdom
53.83°N, 2.20°W
Europe/London
170m 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 14 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 4 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 575.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM