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

23.9 miles 38.4 km · straight line
26.1 miles actual route 42 km · driving distance
46min estimated drive time
£4 - £5 estimated fuel cost
~33min flight time · usually no direct flights
149° SSE bearing direction

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

The distance from Oxford, United Kingdom to Reading, United Kingdom is 23.9 miles (38.4 km) as the crow flies. Reading, United Kingdom is located SSE of Oxford, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 26.1 miles, taking about 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 33min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Oxford, 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 Oxford, United Kingdom to Reading, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 46min £4 - £5 Flexible stops

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

Quick Facts

Oxford, United Kingdom
51.75°N, 1.26°W
Europe/London
63m 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 8 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 2 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM