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Distance from London to Sheffield

Straight line

228 km
141 mi · 123 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 47 min

Direction

NNW 337°
initial bearing

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How far is London from Sheffield?

London (United Kingdom) and Sheffield (United Kingdom) are a medium distance apart: 228 km in a straight line, that is 141 miles or 123 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From London, Sheffield lies to the north-west (initial bearing 337°). Both cities are in United Kingdom. The halfway point is at 52.4476°, -0.7816°.

A direct flight would take about 47 min (800 km/h cruise plus take-off and landing). The road distance and driving time are calculated on the map from OpenStreetMap roads.

Frequently asked questions

How far is London from Sheffield?

The straight-line distance between London and Sheffield is 228 km (141 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Sheffield from London?

Sheffield is to the north-west of London, at an initial bearing of 337°.

How long is the flight from London to Sheffield?

A direct flight would take about 47 min at an average cruising speed of 800 km/h.

How is the distance calculated?

The straight-line distance is computed on the WGS84 ellipsoid with the Vincenty formula, accurate to the metre. The road distance comes from OpenStreetMap roads.