Burton upon Trent to Reading, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

97.6 miles 157.1 km · straight line
120.5 miles actual route 193.9 km · driving distance
2h 26min estimated drive time
£18 - £22 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
163° SSE bearing direction

How far is Burton upon Trent from Reading, United Kingdom?

The distance from Burton upon Trent to Reading, United Kingdom is 97.6 miles (157.1 km) as the crow flies. Reading, United Kingdom is located SSE of Burton upon Trent. By car, the driving distance is approximately 120.5 miles, taking about 2h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. 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. 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 Burton upon Trent 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 Burton upon Trent to Reading, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 26min £18 - £22 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 55min $10–$18* Budget
Train ~2h 19min $14–$42* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Burton upon Trent & Reading, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Burton upon Trent
52.81°N, 1.64°W
Europe/London
49m 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 33 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 255.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM