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

44.9 miles 72.3 km · straight line
60.9 miles actual route 98 km · driving distance
1h 12min estimated drive time
£9 - £11 estimated fuel cost
~35min flight time · usually no direct flights
239° WSW bearing direction

How far is Hertford from Reading, United Kingdom?

The distance from Hertford to Reading, United Kingdom is 44.9 miles (72.3 km) as the crow flies. Reading, United Kingdom is located WSW of Hertford. By car, the driving distance is approximately 60.9 miles, taking about 1h 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 35min. 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 Hertford 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 Hertford to Reading, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 12min £9 - £11 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 26min $5–$9* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Hertford & Reading, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Hertford
51.80°N, 0.08°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 15 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 4 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 554.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM