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

35.4 miles 56.9 km · straight line
58.9 miles actual route 94.8 km · driving distance
1h 14min estimated drive time
£9 - £11 estimated fuel cost
~34min flight time · usually no direct flights
213° SSW bearing direction

How far is Dunstable from Reading, United Kingdom?

The distance from Dunstable to Reading, United Kingdom is 35.4 miles (56.9 km) as the crow flies. Reading, United Kingdom is located SSW of Dunstable. By car, the driving distance is approximately 58.9 miles, taking about 1h 14min. A direct flight would take roughly 34min. 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 Dunstable 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 Dunstable to Reading, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 14min £9 - £11 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 29min $5–$9* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Dunstable & Reading, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Dunstable
51.89°N, 0.52°W
Europe/London
150m 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 12 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 3 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 704.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM