Origin
Adamstown, PA
Late night in Adamstown on Sunday
Local time
3:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Adamstown, PA to Reading, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
18m
Distance
10.9 mi
17 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 17m
★
6 AM
0h 18m
8 AM
0h 22m
10 AM
0h 20m
12 PM
0h 19m
3 PM
0h 20m
5 PM
0h 21m
8 PM
0h 17m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Adamstown, PA
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Trip Overview
This short, 10.9-mile drive between Adamstown and Reading, Pennsylvania, is easily manageable in just 18 minutes, making it perfect for a quick segment of a larger trip or a dedicated day outing. With a fuel cost estimated at only $2, it's a budget-friendly option. The route primarily utilizes highways, accounting for 78% of the journey, and is focused on efficient travel rather than extended sightseeing. Given its brevity and focus on main roads like US 222 BUS and US 222, it doesn't necessitate an overnight stay. This straightforward drive is ideal for those looking to cover ground quickly within the Northeast region of Pennsylvania.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 222 BUS | 4.9 mi | 8m |
| US 222 | 3.6 mi | 4m |
| North Reading Road | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| South 5th Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| South 6th Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Franklin Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Alleghenyville Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Penn Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 222 BUS
— 4.9 mi, about 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Adamstown, PA and Reading, PA.
1
Start on Willow Street
93 ft
·
6 sec
·
Willow Street
2
Turn right onto PA 272
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
North Reading Road
3
Continue on PA 568
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
Alleghenyville Road
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
5
Merge onto US 222
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
US 222
6
Take the exit onto US 222 BUS
4.9 mi
·
8 min
·
US 222 BUS
Toward US 222 Business: Lancaster Avenue, Shillington
Use the slight right lane.
7
Turn left onto US 222 BUS
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
South 5th Street
Use the left lane.
8
Turn right onto US 422 Business
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Franklin Street
9
Turn left onto South 6th Street
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
South 6th Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
10
Turn left onto US 422 Business Alternate
278 ft
·
4 sec
·
Penn Street
11
Arrive at destination
US 422 Business Alternate
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 10.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
PA 272 / North Reading Road
Turn right onto PA 272 / North Reading Road
Navigation decision point
7
5.3 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
US 222 BUS
Take the exit onto US 222 BUS toward US 222 Business: Lancaster Avenue, Shillington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 222 Business: Lancaster Avenue, Shill...
5
10.2 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
US 222 BUS / South 5th Street
Turn left onto US 222 BUS / South 5th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
10.7 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
South 6th Street
Turn left onto South 6th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
4
10.8 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
US 422 Business Alternate / Penn Street
Turn left onto US 422 Business Alternate / Penn Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.81 one way
$3.61 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $1.98 | $3.96 |
| premium | $4.93 | $2.11 | $4.23 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.41 | $4.81 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.3 | 0 | $1.14 | $0.52 |
| Efficient EV | 2.7 | 0 | $0.95 | $0.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.4 | 0 | $1.53 | $0.70 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Reading, PA
Late night in Reading on Sunday
Local time
3:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
85°F
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
W 0 to 15 mph
29% chance
Live forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 4:55PM EDT until April 14 at 5:30PM EDT by NWS Pittsburgh PA
Severe Thunderstorm Watch
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued April 14 at 2:51PM EDT until April 14 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
24 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
18m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience for most of this trip, with 78% of the drive on main roads. You'll spend a significant portion of the 18 minutes on US 222 BUS and US 222, with the longest uninterrupted stretch covering 4.9 miles. While not a wilderness adventure, this route offers a consistent pace, allowing you to maintain momentum. The transition from North Reading Road to the main highway sections is smooth, providing a predictable driving experience as you head towards Reading.
78% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 4.9 mi on US 222 BUS.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 222 BUS and US 222. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near PA 272 / North Reading Road.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 18m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (PA 272 / North Reading Road): Navigation decision point; at 5.3 miles (US 222 BUS): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.2 miles (US 222 BUS / South 5th Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Adamstown, PA to Reading, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Shillington along the way.
Shillington
5.3 mi in
|
~7m
|
via US 222 BUS
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 18m. Total distance: 10.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (78%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 4.9 miles on US 222 BUS. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (PA 272 / North Reading Road): Navigation decision point; at 5.3 miles (US 222 BUS): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.2 miles (US 222 BUS / South 5th Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Appalachian National Scenic Trail and Valley Forge National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Reading, PA before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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