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

743.8 miles 1197 km · straight line
892.5 miles estimated 1436.4 km · driving distance
17h 57min estimated drive time
€163 - €201 estimated fuel cost
~2h 0min flight time
315° NW bearing direction

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.

How to Get from Bologna to Reading, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 17h 57min €163 - €201 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~21h 32min $71–$134* Budget
Train ~23h 20min $107–$312* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bologna & Reading, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Bologna
44.49°N, 11.34°E
Europe/Rome
54m 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 248 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 62 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 33.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients