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

112.4 miles 180.9 km · straight line
150.5 miles actual route 242.2 km · driving distance
3h 0min estimated drive time
£23 - £28 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
201° SSW bearing direction

How far is Boston, United Kingdom from Reading, United Kingdom?

The distance from Boston, United Kingdom to Reading, United Kingdom is 112.4 miles (180.9 km) as the crow flies. Reading, United Kingdom is located SSW of Boston, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 150.5 miles, taking about 3h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Boston, United Kingdom 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 Boston, United Kingdom to Reading, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 0min £23 - £28 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 36min $12–$23* Budget
Train ~2h 51min $18–$53* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Boston, United Kingdom & Reading, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Boston, United Kingdom
52.98°N, 0.03°W
Europe/London
9m 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 37 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 221.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM