Buffalo, New York to Reading, Pennsylvania: Road Trip Guide & Distance

233 miles 375 km · straight line
291.3 miles estimated 468.8 km · driving distance
5h 52min estimated drive time
$28 - $35 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
138° SE bearing direction

How far is Buffalo, New York from Reading, Pennsylvania?

The distance from Buffalo, New York to Reading, Pennsylvania is 233 miles (375 km) as the crow flies. Reading, Pennsylvania is located SE of Buffalo, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 291.3 miles, taking about 5h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States — Buffalo, New York in New York and Reading, Pennsylvania in Pennsylvania.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Buffalo, New York and Reading, Pennsylvania. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Buffalo, New York to Reading, Pennsylvania

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 52min $28 - $35 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 2min $23–$44* Budget
Train ~5h 34min $35–$102* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Buffalo, New York & Reading, Pennsylvania

Quick Facts

Buffalo, New York
42.89°N, 78.88°W
America/New_York
183m elevation
Reading, Pennsylvania
40.34°N, 75.93°W
America/New_York
93m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 78 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 106.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients