Sheffield to Stowmarket: Road Trip Guide & Distance

132 miles 212.4 km · straight line
167.3 miles actual route 269.3 km · driving distance
3h 12min estimated drive time
£25 - £31 estimated fuel cost
~46min flight time
128° SE bearing direction

How far is Sheffield from Stowmarket?

The distance from Sheffield to Stowmarket is 132 miles (212.4 km) as the crow flies. Stowmarket is located SE of Sheffield. By car, the driving distance is approximately 167.3 miles, taking about 3h 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. 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 Stowmarket. 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 Stowmarket

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 12min £25 - £31 Flexible stops
Fly ~46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 50min $13–$25* Budget
Train ~3h 2min $20–$59* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Sheffield & Stowmarket

Quick Facts

Sheffield
53.38°N, 1.47°W
Europe/London
75m elevation
Stowmarket
52.19°N, 1.00°E
Europe/London
32m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 44 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 188.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM