Pittsburgh to Reading, Pennsylvania: Road Trip Guide & Distance

214.2 miles 344.8 km · straight line
267.8 miles estimated 431 km · driving distance
5h 23min estimated drive time
$26 - $32 estimated fuel cost
~56min flight time
91° E bearing direction

How far is Pittsburgh from Reading, Pennsylvania?

The distance from Pittsburgh to Reading, Pennsylvania is 214.2 miles (344.8 km) as the crow flies. Reading, Pennsylvania is located E of Pittsburgh. By car, the driving distance is approximately 267.8 miles, taking about 5h 23min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in 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.

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

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 23min $26 - $32 Flexible stops
Fly ~56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 28min $21–$40* Budget
Train ~5h 7min $32–$94* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Pittsburgh & Reading, Pennsylvania

Quick Facts

Pittsburgh
40.44°N, 80.00°W
America/New_York
367m 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 71 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 116.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients