Sheffield to St Albans: Road Trip Guide & Distance

122.4 miles 197 km · straight line
138.9 miles actual route 223.6 km · driving distance
2h 44min estimated drive time
£21 - £26 estimated fuel cost
~45min flight time · usually no direct flights
157° SSE bearing direction

How far is Sheffield from St Albans?

The distance from Sheffield to St Albans is 122.4 miles (197 km) as the crow flies. St Albans is located SSE of Sheffield. By car, the driving distance is approximately 138.9 miles, taking about 2h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. 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. 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 Sheffield and St Albans. 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 St Albans

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 44min £21 - £26 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 17min $11–$21* Budget
Train ~2h 36min $17–$49* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Sheffield & St Albans

Quick Facts

Sheffield
53.38°N, 1.47°W
Europe/London
75m elevation
St Albans
51.75°N, 0.33°W
Europe/London
98m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 41 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 203.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM