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

69.6 miles 112 km · straight line
77.8 miles actual route 125.2 km · driving distance
1h 33min estimated drive time
£12 - £15 estimated fuel cost
~38min flight time · usually no direct flights
89° E bearing direction

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

The distance from Bristol, United Kingdom to Reading, United Kingdom is 69.6 miles (112 km) as the crow flies. Reading, United Kingdom is located E of Bristol, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 77.8 miles, taking about 1h 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 38min. 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Bristol, 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 Bristol, United Kingdom to Reading, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 33min £12 - £15 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 52min $6–$12* Budget

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

Quick Facts

Bristol, United Kingdom
51.45°N, 2.59°W
Europe/London
11m 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 23 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 357.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM