Rome, Italy to Sheffield: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1021.8 miles 1644.4 km · straight line
1406.3 miles actual route 2263.3 km · driving distance
29h 8min estimated drive time
€257 - €317 estimated fuel cost
~2h 33min flight time
326° NW bearing direction

How far is Rome, Italy from Sheffield?

The distance from Rome, Italy to Sheffield is 1021.8 miles (1644.4 km) as the crow flies. Sheffield is located NW of Rome, Italy. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1406.3 miles, taking about 29h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 33min. Rome, Italy is in Italy, 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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Rome, Italy 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 Rome, Italy to Sheffield

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 29h 8min €257 - €317 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 33min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~34h 58min $113–$211* Budget
Train ~37h 52min $169–$492* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Rome, Italy & Sheffield

Quick Facts

Rome, Italy
41.90°N, 12.50°E
Europe/Rome
21m 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 341 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 85 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 24.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM