Colchester to Reading, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Colchester from Reading, United Kingdom?
The distance from Colchester to Reading, United Kingdom is 85.7 miles (138 km) as the crow flies. Reading, United Kingdom is located WSW of Colchester. By car, the driving distance is approximately 115.3 miles, taking about 2h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. 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 Colchester 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 Colchester to Reading, United Kingdom
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 29 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
- You could travel this distance about 290.4 times to circle the Earth's equator