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

163.8 miles 263.6 km · straight line
196.3 miles actual route 315.9 km · driving distance
3h 50min estimated drive time
£30 - £37 estimated fuel cost
~50min flight time
171° S bearing direction

How far is Leeds from Reading, United Kingdom?

The distance from Leeds to Reading, United Kingdom is 163.8 miles (263.6 km) as the crow flies. Reading, United Kingdom is located S of Leeds. By car, the driving distance is approximately 196.3 miles, taking about 3h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Leeds 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 Leeds to Reading, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 50min £30 - £37 Flexible stops
Fly ~50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 36min $16–$29* Budget
Train ~3h 39min $24–$69* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Leeds & Reading, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Leeds
53.80°N, 1.55°W
Europe/London
63m 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 55 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 152 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM