Newcastle upon Tyne to Reading, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

244.8 miles 394 km · straight line
283.3 miles actual route 456 km · driving distance
5h 24min estimated drive time
£43 - £53 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
173° S bearing direction

How far is Newcastle upon Tyne from Reading, United Kingdom?

The distance from Newcastle upon Tyne to Reading, United Kingdom is 244.8 miles (394 km) as the crow flies. Reading, United Kingdom is located S of Newcastle upon Tyne. By car, the driving distance is approximately 283.3 miles, taking about 5h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Newcastle upon Tyne 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 Newcastle upon Tyne to Reading, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 24min £43 - £53 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 29min $23–$42* Budget
Train ~5h 8min $34–$99* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Newcastle upon Tyne & Reading, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Newcastle upon Tyne
54.98°N, 1.62°W
Europe/London
42m 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 82 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 101.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM