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

89.2 miles 143.6 km · straight line
103.8 miles actual route 167 km · driving distance
2h 3min estimated drive time
£16 - £19 estimated fuel cost
~41min flight time · usually no direct flights
279° W bearing direction

How far is Canterbury from Reading, United Kingdom?

The distance from Canterbury to Reading, United Kingdom is 89.2 miles (143.6 km) as the crow flies. Reading, United Kingdom is located W of Canterbury. By car, the driving distance is approximately 103.8 miles, taking about 2h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 41min. 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 Canterbury 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 Canterbury to Reading, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 3min £16 - £19 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 28min $8–$16* Budget
Train ~1h 57min $12–$36* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Canterbury & Reading, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Canterbury
51.28°N, 1.08°E
Europe/London
6m 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 30 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 279.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM