Bishops Stortford to Reading, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

56.3 miles 90.6 km · straight line
77.1 miles actual route 124 km · driving distance
1h 35min estimated drive time
£12 - £14 estimated fuel cost
~37min flight time · usually no direct flights
240° WSW bearing direction

How far is Bishops Stortford from Reading, United Kingdom?

The distance from Bishops Stortford to Reading, United Kingdom is 56.3 miles (90.6 km) as the crow flies. Reading, United Kingdom is located WSW of Bishops Stortford. By car, the driving distance is approximately 77.1 miles, taking about 1h 35min. 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 Bishops Stortford 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 Bishops Stortford to Reading, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 35min £12 - £14 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 54min $6–$12* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Bishops Stortford & Reading, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Bishops Stortford
51.87°N, 0.16°E
Europe/London
70m 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 19 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 5 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 442.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM