Milton Keynes to Reading, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

41.5 miles 66.8 km · straight line
76.1 miles actual route 122.4 km · driving distance
1h 27min estimated drive time
£12 - £14 estimated fuel cost
~35min flight time · usually no direct flights
193° SSW bearing direction

How far is Milton Keynes from Reading, United Kingdom?

The distance from Milton Keynes to Reading, United Kingdom is 41.5 miles (66.8 km) as the crow flies. Reading, United Kingdom is located SSW of Milton Keynes. By car, the driving distance is approximately 76.1 miles, taking about 1h 27min. 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 Milton Keynes 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 Milton Keynes to Reading, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 27min £12 - £14 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 44min $6–$11* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Milton Keynes & Reading, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Milton Keynes
52.04°N, 0.76°W
Europe/London
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 14 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 3 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 599.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM