Route from Christchurch to Reading
The distance between Christchurch and Reading is 73 miles. Travel time is 1 hour and 24 minutes.

Driving directions from Christchurch to Reading
How much does it cost to drive from Christchurch to Reading with petrol?
Driving from Christchurch to Reading costs £12.6 with petrol. The calculation assumes a petrol price of 143 pence per liter and a car's petrol consumption of 37.5 miles per gallon. Carpooling with two passengers brings the cost down to £6.3 per person. With three passengers, it's £4.2 per person, and with four passengers, it's £3.15 per person. The fuel cost for the trip is derived from the distance and car fuel consumption, totaling 8.8 liters of fuel. This results in a £12.6 fuel cost for the journey.
One thing that can affect car fuel consumption is the use of air conditioning (AC) for the following reasons:
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Engine Load: When the AC is turned on, the compressor in the car's engine needs to work harder to cool and circulate the air. This extra workload can increase the engine's fuel consumption, especially during city driving or when the car is idling.
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Drag Effect: Running the AC can also increase aerodynamic drag, particularly at higher speeds. This means the engine needs to work harder to maintain speed, resulting in higher fuel consumption.
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Accessory Load: In addition to the AC compressor, other electrical components such as the blower fan and condenser fan also draw power from the engine when the AC is running. This increases the overall electrical load on the engine, leading to higher fuel consumption.
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Driving Conditions: The impact of AC on fuel consumption can vary depending on driving conditions. For example, using the AC while driving at lower speeds or in stop-and-go traffic may have a more significant effect on fuel consumption compared to highway driving.
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Efficiency Settings: Some cars come equipped with features like "Eco" mode or variable AC compressor speeds, which can help reduce the impact of AC on fuel consumption. Using these features can help optimize fuel efficiency while still keeping the cabin cool.
Overall, while using the AC can increase fuel consumption to some extent, it's often a necessary trade-off for comfort, especially during hot weather. However, minimizing AC usage when possible, such as using the car's ventilation system or rolling down windows at lower speeds, can help mitigate its impact on fuel consumption.
Diesel cost from Christchurch to Reading.
The trip with diesel fuel costs 8 £ (151p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 4 £ (8/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 2.67 £ (8/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 2 £ (8/4) /p.
Alternative routes from Christchurch to Reading
The second route from Christchurch to the Reading is 84.08 miles and takes 1 hour and 32 minutes.
The third route from Christchurch to the Reading is 73.57 miles and takes 1 hour and 42 minutes.
Which is the cheapest route from Christchurch to Reading by car?
The cheapest route from Christchurch to Reading is the first suggested route (73mi, 1h 24min) and costs 12.6 £ (petrol fuel cost, 143p/lt, 37.5mpg).
The second cheapest route from Christchurch to Reading is the third suggested route (74mi, 1h 42min) and costs 12.8 £.
The most expensive route from Christchurch to Reading is the second suggested route (84mi, 1h 32min) and costs 14.6 £.
For greater safety, the driver should choose the route that passes through the highway (median barrier) and not through smaller roads (curves in the road, bad road conditions, no median barrier).
How to get from Christchurch to Reading?
There are three suggested routes. The fastest route is 73mi (distance from Christchurch to Reading) and its duration is 1h 24min. The other route is 84mi, and its duration is 1h 32min. The slowest route is 74mi, and its duration is 1h 42min.
RouteCalculator provides you with the information to prepare your trip from Christchurch to Reading by car or motorbike. It offers you alternative road routes that you can follow to go from Christchurch to Reading. It provides driving directions from Christchurch to Reading, i.e. where to turn and when, distance of the Christchurch - Reading route, travel time, display of the route on the map, fuel cost (petrol, diesel) and toll (if exist) cost.
In case you share the journey (carpooling) from Christchurch to Reading with other people or friends, RouteCalculator provides the cost of the journey and the amount that each passenger will have to pay.
Where is Christchurch located?
Christchurch is located in Dorset county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 6 meters above sea level. Christchurch has coordinates 50.7357770o,-1.7785860o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Christchurch from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.
What is the location of Reading?
Reading is located in Berkshire county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 43 meters above sea level. Reading has coordinates 51.4542645o,-0.9781303o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Reading from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.
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