Plainview, New York to Reading, Pennsylvania: Road Trip Guide & Distance

132.7 miles 213.5 km · straight line
165.8 miles estimated 266.9 km · driving distance
3h 20min estimated drive time
$16 - $20 estimated fuel cost
~46min flight time
258° WSW bearing direction

How far is Plainview, New York from Reading, Pennsylvania?

The distance from Plainview, New York to Reading, Pennsylvania is 132.7 miles (213.5 km) as the crow flies. Reading, Pennsylvania is located WSW of Plainview, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 165.8 miles, taking about 3h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. Both are located in United States — Plainview, New York 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 Plainview, New York 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 Plainview, New York to Reading, Pennsylvania

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 20min $16 - $20 Flexible stops
Fly ~46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 0min $13–$25* Budget
Train ~3h 10min $20–$58* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Plainview, New York & Reading, Pennsylvania

Quick Facts

Plainview, New York
40.78°N, 73.47°W
America/New_York
46m 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 44 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 187.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients