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

604.1 miles 972.2 km · straight line
724.9 miles estimated 1166.6 km · driving distance
14h 35min estimated drive time
€125 - €154 estimated fuel cost
~1h 43min flight time
297° WNW bearing direction

How far is Munich from Reading, United Kingdom?

The distance from Munich to Reading, United Kingdom is 604.1 miles (972.2 km) as the crow flies. Reading, United Kingdom is located WNW of Munich. By car, the driving distance is approximately 724.9 miles, taking about 14h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 43min. Munich is in Germany, while Reading, United Kingdom is in United Kingdom.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Munich and Reading, United Kingdom. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Munich to Reading, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 35min €125 - €154 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 43min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~17h 30min $58–$109* Budget
Train ~18h 58min $87–$254* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Munich & Reading, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Munich
48.14°N, 11.58°E
Europe/Berlin
519m 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 201 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 50 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 41.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients