Basildon to Reading, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

62 miles 99.7 km · straight line
86.5 miles actual route 139.2 km · driving distance
1h 38min estimated drive time
£13 - £16 estimated fuel cost
~37min flight time · usually no direct flights
263° W bearing direction

How far is Basildon from Reading, United Kingdom?

The distance from Basildon to Reading, United Kingdom is 62 miles (99.7 km) as the crow flies. Reading, United Kingdom is located W of Basildon. By car, the driving distance is approximately 86.5 miles, taking about 1h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 37min. 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 Basildon and Reading, United Kingdom. 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 Basildon to Reading, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 38min £13 - £16 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 58min $7–$13* Budget
Train ~1h 33min $10–$30* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Basildon & Reading, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Basildon
51.57°N, 0.46°E
Europe/London
31m elevation
Reading, United Kingdom
51.46°N, 0.97°W
Europe/London
51m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 21 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 5 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 402 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM