Newark, Delaware to Reading, Pennsylvania: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Newark, Delaware from Reading, Pennsylvania?

The distance from Newark, Delaware to Reading, Pennsylvania is 46 miles (74.1 km) as the crow flies. Reading, Pennsylvania is located NNW of Newark, Delaware. By car, the driving distance is approximately 59.8 miles, taking about 1h 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 36min. Both are located in United States — Newark, Delaware in Delaware and Reading, Pennsylvania in Pennsylvania.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 Newark, Delaware 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.