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

44.6 miles 71.7 km · straight line
56 miles actual route 90.1 km · driving distance
1h 20min estimated drive time
£8 - £10 estimated fuel cost
~35min flight time · usually no direct flights
233° SW bearing direction

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

The distance from Reading, United Kingdom to Salisbury, United Kingdom is 44.6 miles (71.7 km) as the crow flies. Salisbury, United Kingdom is located SW of Reading, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 56 miles, taking about 1h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 35min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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. 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 Reading, United Kingdom and Salisbury, 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 Reading, United Kingdom to Salisbury, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 20min £8 - £10 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 36min $4–$8* Budget

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

Quick Facts

Reading, United Kingdom
51.46°N, 0.97°W
Europe/London
51m elevation
Salisbury, United Kingdom
51.07°N, 1.79°W
Europe/London
67m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 15 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 4 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 558.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM