Sheffield to Stafford: Road Trip Guide & Distance

48 miles 77.2 km · straight line
72.1 miles actual route 116.1 km · driving distance
1h 37min estimated drive time
£11 - £13 estimated fuel cost
~36min flight time · usually no direct flights
214° SW bearing direction

How far is Sheffield from Stafford?

The distance from Sheffield to Stafford is 48 miles (77.2 km) as the crow flies. Stafford is located SW of Sheffield. By car, the driving distance is approximately 72.1 miles, taking about 1h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 36min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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. 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 Stafford. 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 Stafford

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 37min £11 - £13 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 56min $6–$11* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Sheffield & Stafford

Quick Facts

Sheffield
53.38°N, 1.47°W
Europe/London
75m elevation
Stafford
52.81°N, 2.12°W
Europe/London
77m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 16 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 4 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 519.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM