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

173.1 miles 278.5 km · straight line
209.3 miles actual route 336.9 km · driving distance
4h 5min estimated drive time
£32 - £39 estimated fuel cost
~51min flight time
358° N bearing direction

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

The distance from Reading, United Kingdom to York, United Kingdom is 173.1 miles (278.5 km) as the crow flies. York, United Kingdom is located N of Reading, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 209.3 miles, taking about 4h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. 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. 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 York, 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 York, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 5min £32 - £39 Flexible stops
Fly ~51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 54min $17–$31* Budget
Train ~3h 53min $25–$73* Comfort

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

Quick Facts

Reading, United Kingdom
51.46°N, 0.97°W
Europe/London
51m elevation
York, United Kingdom
53.96°N, 1.09°W
Europe/London
17m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 58 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 143.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM