Day trip from Sheffield to Reading
Reading lies 217 km (135 mi) south of Sheffield, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 217 km (135 mi) apart, Reading is a realistic day trip from Sheffield: about 3 h 32 min each way by road.
| Sheffield | Reading | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 556,500 | 318,014 |
| Elevation | 75 m (246 ft) | 51 m (167 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Postal codes | S1–S99 | RG1–RG6 |
Where to book tours and tickets in Reading
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Staying in Reading
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Common questions
How far is Reading from Sheffield?
217 km (135 mi) in a straight line, south of Sheffield; by road roughly 265 km (164 mi).
How long does it take to get from Sheffield to Reading by road?
About 3 h 32 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Sheffield and Reading?
No, both are on Europe/London at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.