Lowell to Reading, Pennsylvania: Road Trip Guide & Distance

286.6 miles 461.2 km · straight line
358.2 miles estimated 576.5 km · driving distance
7h 12min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 5min flight time
238° WSW bearing direction

How far is Lowell from Reading, Pennsylvania?

The distance from Lowell to Reading, Pennsylvania is 286.6 miles (461.2 km) as the crow flies. Reading, Pennsylvania is located WSW of Lowell. By car, the driving distance is approximately 358.2 miles, taking about 7h 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in United States — Lowell in Massachusetts 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Lowell 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 Lowell to Reading, Pennsylvania

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 12min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 5min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 38min $29–$54* Budget
Train ~6h 50min $43–$125* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lowell & Reading, Pennsylvania

Quick Facts

Lowell
42.63°N, 71.32°W
America/New_York
36m 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 96 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 86.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients