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

134.7 miles 216.7 km · straight line
162.3 miles actual route 261.2 km · driving distance
3h 20min estimated drive time
£25 - £30 estimated fuel cost
~46min flight time
351° N bearing direction

How far is Reading, United Kingdom from Sheffield?

The distance from Reading, United Kingdom to Sheffield is 134.7 miles (216.7 km) as the crow flies. Sheffield is located N of Reading, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 162.3 miles, taking about 3h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. 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 Reading, 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 Reading, United Kingdom to Sheffield

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 20min £25 - £30 Flexible stops
Fly ~46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 0min $13–$24* Budget
Train ~3h 10min $19–$57* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Reading, United Kingdom & Sheffield

Quick Facts

Reading, United Kingdom
51.46°N, 0.97°W
Europe/London
51m 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 45 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 184.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM