Sheffield to Wigan: Road Trip Guide & Distance

49.3 miles 79.3 km · straight line
62.5 miles actual route 100.6 km · driving distance
1h 38min estimated drive time
£9 - £12 estimated fuel cost
~36min flight time · usually no direct flights
284° WNW bearing direction

How far is Sheffield from Wigan?

The distance from Sheffield to Wigan is 49.3 miles (79.3 km) as the crow flies. Wigan is located WNW of Sheffield. By car, the driving distance is approximately 62.5 miles, taking about 1h 38min. 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 Wigan. 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 Wigan

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 38min £9 - £12 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 58min $5–$9* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Sheffield & Wigan

Quick Facts

Sheffield
53.38°N, 1.47°W
Europe/London
75m elevation
Wigan
53.54°N, 2.64°W
Europe/London
32m 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 505.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM