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

179.1 miles 288.3 km · straight line
219.1 miles actual route 352.6 km · driving distance
4h 11min estimated drive time
£33 - £41 estimated fuel cost
~52min flight time
355° N bearing direction

How far is Portsmouth, United Kingdom from Sheffield?

The distance from Portsmouth, United Kingdom to Sheffield is 179.1 miles (288.3 km) as the crow flies. Sheffield is located N of Portsmouth, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 219.1 miles, taking about 4h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 52min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Portsmouth, 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 Portsmouth, United Kingdom to Sheffield

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 11min £33 - £41 Flexible stops
Fly ~52min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 1min $18–$33* Budget
Train ~3h 58min $26–$77* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Portsmouth, United Kingdom & Sheffield

Quick Facts

Portsmouth, United Kingdom
50.80°N, 1.09°W
Europe/London
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 60 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 15 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 139 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM