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

103.8 miles 167.1 km · straight line
127.8 miles actual route 205.7 km · driving distance
2h 38min estimated drive time
£19 - £24 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
176° S bearing direction

How far is Nottingham from Reading, United Kingdom?

The distance from Nottingham to Reading, United Kingdom is 103.8 miles (167.1 km) as the crow flies. Reading, United Kingdom is located S of Nottingham. By car, the driving distance is approximately 127.8 miles, taking about 2h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. 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 Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Reading, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 38min £19 - £24 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 10min $10–$19* Budget
Train ~2h 30min $15–$45* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Nottingham & Reading, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Nottingham
52.95°N, 1.16°W
Europe/London
52m 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 35 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 239.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM