Long Island to Reading, Pennsylvania: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Long Island from Reading, Pennsylvania?

The distance from Long Island to Reading, Pennsylvania is 149.9 miles (241.2 km) as the crow flies. Reading, Pennsylvania is located W of Long Island. By car, the driving distance is approximately 172.9 miles, taking about 3h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. Both are located in United States — Long Island 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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. 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 Long Island and Reading, Pennsylvania. 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.