Reading, United Kingdom to Southampton: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Reading, United Kingdom from Southampton?
The distance from Reading, United Kingdom to Southampton is 42.2 miles (67.9 km) as the crow flies. Southampton is located SSW of Reading, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 48.7 miles, taking about 1h 10min. A direct flight would take roughly 35min. Both are located in United Kingdom.
This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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 Southampton. 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 Southampton
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 14 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 4 hours
- You could travel this distance about 590.2 times to circle the Earth's equator