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

123.7 miles 199.1 km · straight line
157.3 miles actual route 253.2 km · driving distance
3h 9min estimated drive time
£24 - £29 estimated fuel cost
~45min flight time · usually no direct flights
189° S bearing direction

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

The distance from Lincoln, United Kingdom to Reading, United Kingdom is 123.7 miles (199.1 km) as the crow flies. Reading, United Kingdom is located S of Lincoln, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 157.3 miles, taking about 3h 9min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. 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 Lincoln, 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 Lincoln, United Kingdom to Reading, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 9min £24 - £29 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 47min $13–$24* Budget
Train ~3h 0min $19–$55* Comfort

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

Quick Facts

Lincoln, United Kingdom
53.23°N, 0.54°W
Europe/London
9m 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 41 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 201.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM