Sheffield to Thetford: Road Trip Guide & Distance

114 miles 183.5 km · straight line
135.1 miles actual route 217.4 km · driving distance
2h 56min estimated drive time
£20 - £25 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
125° SE bearing direction

How far is Sheffield from Thetford?

The distance from Sheffield to Thetford is 114 miles (183.5 km) as the crow flies. Thetford is located SE of Sheffield. By car, the driving distance is approximately 135.1 miles, taking about 2h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. 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 Thetford. 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 Thetford

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 56min £20 - £25 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 31min $11–$20* Budget
Train ~2h 47min $16–$47* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Sheffield & Thetford

Quick Facts

Sheffield
53.38°N, 1.47°W
Europe/London
75m elevation
Thetford
52.42°N, 0.75°E
Europe/London
24m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 38 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 218.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM