Hamilton, Ontario, Canada to Reading, Pennsylvania: Road Trip Guide & Distance

286.3 miles 460.7 km · straight line
357.8 miles estimated 575.9 km · driving distance
7h 12min estimated drive time
CAD 58 - CAD 71 estimated fuel cost
~1h 5min flight time
133° SE bearing direction

How far is Hamilton, Ontario, Canada from Reading, Pennsylvania?

The distance from Hamilton, Ontario, Canada to Reading, Pennsylvania is 286.3 miles (460.7 km) as the crow flies. Reading, Pennsylvania is located SE of Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. By car, the driving distance is approximately 357.8 miles, taking about 7h 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Hamilton, Ontario, Canada is in Ontario, Canada, while Reading, Pennsylvania is in Pennsylvania, United States.

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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Hamilton, Ontario, Canada 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 Hamilton, Ontario, Canada to Reading, Pennsylvania

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 12min CAD 58 - CAD 71 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 5min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 38min $29–$54* Budget
Train ~6h 50min $43–$125* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hamilton, Ontario, Canada & Reading, Pennsylvania

Quick Facts

Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
43.26°N, 79.87°W
America/Toronto
78m 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 95 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 87 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients