Reading, United Kingdom to Stratford-upon-Avon: Road Trip Guide & Distance

59.8 miles 96.2 km · straight line
78.5 miles actual route 126.3 km · driving distance
1h 43min estimated drive time
£12 - £15 estimated fuel cost
~37min flight time · usually no direct flights
329° NNW bearing direction

How far is Reading, United Kingdom from Stratford-upon-Avon?

The distance from Reading, United Kingdom to Stratford-upon-Avon is 59.8 miles (96.2 km) as the crow flies. Stratford-upon-Avon is located NNW of Reading, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 78.5 miles, taking about 1h 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 37min. 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 Stratford-upon-Avon. 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 Stratford-upon-Avon

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 43min £12 - £15 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 4min $6–$12* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Reading, United Kingdom & Stratford-upon-Avon

Quick Facts

Reading, United Kingdom
51.46°N, 0.97°W
Europe/London
51m elevation
Stratford-upon-Avon
52.19°N, 1.71°W
Europe/London
49m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 20 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 5 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 416.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM