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

678.8 miles 1092.4 km · straight line
814.6 miles estimated 1310.9 km · driving distance
16h 23min estimated drive time
CZK 3238 - CZK 3985 estimated fuel cost
~1h 52min flight time
284° WNW bearing direction

How far is Prague from Reading, United Kingdom?

The distance from Prague to Reading, United Kingdom is 678.8 miles (1092.4 km) as the crow flies. Reading, United Kingdom is located WNW of Prague. By car, the driving distance is approximately 814.6 miles, taking about 16h 23min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 52min. Prague is in Czech Republic, 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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Prague 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 Prague to Reading, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 16h 23min CZK 3238 - CZK 3985 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 52min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~19h 40min $65–$122* Budget
Train ~21h 18min $98–$285* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Prague & Reading, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Prague
50.08°N, 14.44°E
Europe/Prague
235m 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 226 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 57 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 36.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients