How far is it from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Sheffield, Sheffield?

The distance between East Midlands Airport (EMA) and Sheffield, Sheffield is 53 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Sheffield, Sheffield?

The drive from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Sheffield, Sheffield takes approximately 1 h 5 min by car.

What is the best route from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Sheffield, Sheffield?

The fastest route from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Sheffield, Sheffield covers 53 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h 5 min.

Which direction is Sheffield, Sheffield from East Midlands Airport (EMA)?

Sheffield, Sheffield lies roughly to the north of East Midlands Airport (EMA).

Which towns do you pass between East Midlands Airport (EMA) and Sheffield, Sheffield?

Towns on the route from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Sheffield, Sheffield include Loughborough, Beeston, Sutton in Ashfield, Rotherham, Ecclesfield.

Are there charging stations between East Midlands Airport (EMA) and Sheffield, Sheffield?

Yes. You can charge along the route from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Sheffield, Sheffield, including Castle Donington, Castle Donington (560 kW); 205 Nottingham Road, Nottingham (360 kW); A1 (M), Worksop (360 kW). Charging points on this route: 517.

East Midlands Airport (EMA) Sheffield, Sheffield

Distance: 53 miDuration: 1 h 5 min

Driving from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Sheffield, Sheffield takes about 1 h 5 min via M1. The distance is 53 mi. The straight-line distance is 39 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Thrumpton, Nottinghamshire, Attenborough, Greasley, Nether Handley, Base Green, Sheffield. Driving directions

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Driving directions31 · 53 mi

1 Depart right 69 yd
2 Turn right 99 yd
3 Turn right 4 yd
4 Turn left 1 mi
5 Turn slightly right 124 yd
6 At end of road, turn left onto Beverley Road 1 mi
7 Enter roundabout left onto Beverley Road 42 yd
8 Exit roundabout left onto Beverley Road 105 yd
9 Enter rotary slightly left onto Ashby Road 12 yd
10 Exit rotary slightly left onto Ashby Road 1 mi
11 Enter roundabout left onto Ashby Road 2 yd
12 Exit roundabout straight onto Ashby Road 1 mi
13 Keep slightly left onto Ashby Road 1 mi

14 Keep slightly right 168 yd
15 Take exit straight 1 mi
16 Merge slightly right 41 mi
17 Keep slightly right 4 mi
18 Take exit slightly left 1 mi
19 Enter rotary slightly left onto Rotherham Gateway 42 yd
20 Exit rotary straight onto Rotherham Gateway 3 mi
21 Continue straight onto Sheffield Parkway 4 mi
22 Enter rotary slightly left onto Commercial Street 1 mi
23 Exit rotary slightly left onto Commercial Street 1 mi
24 Turn straight onto Castle Square 43 yd
25 Turn straight onto Arundel Gate 138 yd
26 Turn right onto Norfolk Street 57 yd
27 Turn right onto George Street 104 yd
28 At end of road, turn right onto Mulberry Street 74 yd
29 Turn sharp left onto Arundel Gate 149 yd
30 Continue slightly right onto Castle Square 24 yd
31 Arrive left onto Castle Square

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The return trip from Sheffield, Sheffield to East Midlands Airport (EMA) covers roughly the same distance, 53 mi.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

517 chargers

Castle Donington, Castle DoningtonCastle Donington, Castle Donington, DE74 2TN560 kW
205 Nottingham Road, Nottingham205 Nottingham Road, Nottingham, NG16 1AE360 kW
A1 (M), WorksopA1 (M), Worksop, Nottinghamshire, S81 8HG360 kW
Moto Donington Park Services, DiseworthMoto Donington Park Services, Diseworth, DE74 2TN360 kW
High Road, DoncasterHigh Road, Doncaster, DN4 9UX350 kW

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Sheffield, Sheffield → Carter Knowle4 mi · 10 min Sheffield, Sheffield → Upper Hoyland13 mi · 25 min Sheffield, Sheffield → Wincobank5 mi · 15 min Sheffield, Sheffield → Ford, Derbyshire7 mi · 15 min Sheffield, Sheffield → Hurl Field4 mi · 10 min Sheffield, Sheffield → Manor, Sheffield4 mi · 10 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 3 September 2026.

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How far is it from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Sheffield, Sheffield?: The distance between East Midlands Airport (EMA) and Sheffield, Sheffield is 53 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Sheffield, Sheffield?: The drive from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Sheffield, Sheffield takes approximately 1 h 5 min by car.
What is the best route from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Sheffield, Sheffield?: The fastest route from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Sheffield, Sheffield covers 53 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h 5 min.
Which direction is Sheffield, Sheffield from East Midlands Airport (EMA)?: Sheffield, Sheffield lies roughly to the north of East Midlands Airport (EMA).
Which roads does the route from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Sheffield, Sheffield follow?: The drive from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Sheffield, Sheffield mainly follows M1.
Which towns do you pass between East Midlands Airport (EMA) and Sheffield, Sheffield?: Towns on the route from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Sheffield, Sheffield include Loughborough, Beeston, Sutton in Ashfield, Rotherham, Ecclesfield.
Are there charging stations between East Midlands Airport (EMA) and Sheffield, Sheffield?: Yes. You can charge along the route from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Sheffield, Sheffield, including Castle Donington, Castle Donington (560 kW); 205 Nottingham Road, Nottingham (360 kW); A1 (M), Worksop (360 kW). Charging points on this route: 517.

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