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

22.9 miles 36.9 km · straight line
27.8 miles actual route 44.8 km · driving distance
49min estimated drive time
£4 - £5 estimated fuel cost
~33min flight time · usually no direct flights
312° NW bearing direction

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

The distance from Guildford, United Kingdom to Reading, United Kingdom is 22.9 miles (36.9 km) as the crow flies. Reading, United Kingdom is located NW of Guildford, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 27.8 miles, taking about 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 33min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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 Guildford, 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 Guildford, United Kingdom to Reading, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 49min £4 - £5 Flexible stops

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

Quick Facts

Guildford, United Kingdom
51.24°N, 0.57°W
Europe/London
45m 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 8 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 2 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM