Day trip from Sheffield to Bedford
Bedford lies 154 km (96 mi) south-east of Sheffield, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 154 km (96 mi) apart, Bedford is a realistic day trip from Sheffield: about 2 h 31 min each way by road.
| Sheffield | Bedford | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 556,500 | 106,940 |
| Elevation | 75 m (246 ft) | 30 m (98 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Postal codes | S1–S99 | MK40 |
Where to book tours and tickets in Bedford
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Staying in Bedford
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Common questions
How far is Bedford from Sheffield?
154 km (96 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Sheffield; by road roughly 188 km (117 mi).
How long does it take to get from Sheffield to Bedford by road?
About 2 h 31 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Sheffield and Bedford?
No, both are on Europe/London at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.