Poughkeepsie to Reading, Pennsylvania: Road Trip Guide & Distance

140.8 miles 226.6 km · straight line
176 miles estimated 283.3 km · driving distance
3h 32min estimated drive time
$17 - $21 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
229° SW bearing direction

How far is Poughkeepsie from Reading, Pennsylvania?

The distance from Poughkeepsie to Reading, Pennsylvania is 140.8 miles (226.6 km) as the crow flies. Reading, Pennsylvania is located SW of Poughkeepsie. By car, the driving distance is approximately 176 miles, taking about 3h 32min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Both are located in United States — Poughkeepsie 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 Poughkeepsie 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 Poughkeepsie to Reading, Pennsylvania

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 32min $17 - $21 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 14min $14–$26* Budget
Train ~3h 21min $21–$62* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Poughkeepsie & Reading, Pennsylvania

Quick Facts

Poughkeepsie
41.70°N, 73.92°W
America/New_York
62m 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 47 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 176.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients