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

447.3 miles 719.8 km · straight line
536.7 miles estimated 863.8 km · driving distance
10h 48min estimated drive time
€93 - €114 estimated fuel cost
~1h 24min flight time
292° WNW bearing direction

How far is Heidelberg from Reading, United Kingdom?

The distance from Heidelberg to Reading, United Kingdom is 447.3 miles (719.8 km) as the crow flies. Reading, United Kingdom is located WNW of Heidelberg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 536.7 miles, taking about 10h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 24min. Heidelberg is in Germany, while Reading, United Kingdom is in United Kingdom.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Heidelberg and Reading, United Kingdom. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Heidelberg to Reading, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 10h 48min €93 - €114 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 24min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~12h 58min $43–$81* Budget
Train ~10h 16min $64–$188* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Heidelberg & Reading, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Heidelberg
49.40°N, 8.67°E
Europe/Berlin
114m 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 149 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 37 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 55.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients