Sheffield to St Andrews: Road Trip Guide & Distance

211.1 miles 339.8 km · straight line
304.1 miles actual route 489.4 km · driving distance
6h 4min estimated drive time
£46 - £57 estimated fuel cost
~55min flight time
346° NNW bearing direction

How far is Sheffield from St Andrews?

The distance from Sheffield to St Andrews is 211.1 miles (339.8 km) as the crow flies. St Andrews is located NNW of Sheffield. By car, the driving distance is approximately 304.1 miles, taking about 6h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 55min. 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. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Sheffield and St Andrews. 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 Andrews

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 4min £46 - £57 Flexible stops
Fly ~55min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 17min $24–$46* Budget
Train ~5h 46min $36–$106* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Sheffield & St Andrews

Quick Facts

Sheffield
53.38°N, 1.47°W
Europe/London
75m elevation
St Andrews
56.34°N, 2.80°W
Europe/London
10m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 70 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 117.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM