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

How far is Bologna from Reading, United Kingdom?

The distance from Bologna to Reading, United Kingdom is 743.8 miles (1197 km) as the crow flies. Reading, United Kingdom is located NW of Bologna. By car, the driving distance is approximately 892.5 miles, taking about 17h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 0min. Bologna is in Italy, while Reading, United Kingdom is in United Kingdom.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bologna and Reading, United Kingdom. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.