Sheffield to Southampton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

170.8 miles 274.8 km · straight line
201.7 miles actual route 324.6 km · driving distance
3h 56min estimated drive time
£31 - £38 estimated fuel cost
~51min flight time
179° S bearing direction

How far is Sheffield from Southampton?

The distance from Sheffield to Southampton is 170.8 miles (274.8 km) as the crow flies. Southampton is located S of Sheffield. By car, the driving distance is approximately 201.7 miles, taking about 3h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. 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 Sheffield and Southampton. 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 Sheffield to Southampton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 56min £31 - £38 Flexible stops
Fly ~51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 43min $16–$30* Budget
Train ~3h 44min $24–$71* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Sheffield & Southampton

Quick Facts

Sheffield
53.38°N, 1.47°W
Europe/London
75m elevation
Southampton
50.91°N, 1.40°W
Europe/London
0m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 57 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 145.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM