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

71.5 miles 115.1 km · straight line
99.8 miles actual route 160.6 km · driving distance
1h 56min estimated drive time
£15 - £19 estimated fuel cost
~39min flight time · usually no direct flights
247° WSW bearing direction

How far is Braintree from Reading, United Kingdom?

The distance from Braintree to Reading, United Kingdom is 71.5 miles (115.1 km) as the crow flies. Reading, United Kingdom is located WSW of Braintree. By car, the driving distance is approximately 99.8 miles, taking about 1h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 39min. 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 Braintree 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 Braintree to Reading, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 56min £15 - £19 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 19min $8–$15* Budget
Train ~1h 50min $12–$35* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Braintree & Reading, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Braintree
51.88°N, 0.55°E
Europe/London
68m 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 24 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 348.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM