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

97.1 miles 156.3 km · straight line
125 miles actual route 201.1 km · driving distance
2h 24min estimated drive time
£19 - £23 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
253° WSW bearing direction

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

The distance from Reading, United Kingdom to Taunton, United Kingdom is 97.1 miles (156.3 km) as the crow flies. Taunton, United Kingdom is located WSW of Reading, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 125 miles, taking about 2h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Taunton, 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 Taunton, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 24min £19 - £23 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 53min $10–$19* Budget
Train ~2h 17min $15–$44* Comfort

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

Quick Facts

Reading, United Kingdom
51.46°N, 0.97°W
Europe/London
51m elevation
Taunton, United Kingdom
51.01°N, 3.10°W
Europe/London
22m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 32 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 256.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM