Hemel Hempstead to Reading, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

30.4 miles 48.9 km · straight line
46.4 miles actual route 74.7 km · driving distance
58min estimated drive time
£7 - £9 estimated fuel cost
~34min flight time · usually no direct flights
228° SW bearing direction

How far is Hemel Hempstead from Reading, United Kingdom?

The distance from Hemel Hempstead to Reading, United Kingdom is 30.4 miles (48.9 km) as the crow flies. Reading, United Kingdom is located SW of Hemel Hempstead. By car, the driving distance is approximately 46.4 miles, taking about 58min. A direct flight would take roughly 34min. 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 Hemel Hempstead 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 Hemel Hempstead to Reading, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 58min £7 - £9 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Hemel Hempstead & Reading, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Hemel Hempstead
51.75°N, 0.45°W
Europe/London
138m 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 10 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 3 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 819.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM