Origin
Clarks Summit, PA
Afternoon in Clarks Summit on Tuesday
Local time
2:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Clarks Summit, PA to Reading, PA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 19m
Distance
105.2 mi
169 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 10m
★
6 AM
2h 20m
8 AM
2h 39m
10 AM
2h 27m
12 PM
2h 25m
3 PM
2h 28m
5 PM
2h 38m
8 PM
2h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Clarks Summit, PA
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Clarks Summit to Reading, expect a straightforward journey covering 105.2 miles. You can comfortably complete this drive in about 2 hours and 19 minutes, making it an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. Budgeting approximately $17 for fuel should cover your travel costs for the round trip. The route primarily utilizes the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and US 222, keeping you within the Northeast region of Pennsylvania the entire time. Because the duration is relatively short, there is no need to split this into an overnight stay, allowing you plenty of flexibility for your schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
52.6 miles from Clarks Summit, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 5m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension | 64.1 mi | 1h 12m |
| Allentown Pike | 6 mi | 10m |
| US 222 | 5.9 mi | 7m |
| Kutztown Road | 5.2 mi | 7m |
| North 5th Street Highway | 5 mi | 8m |
| North Keyser Avenue | 5 mi | 7m |
| Morgan Highway | 3.9 mi | 6m |
| Schantz Road | 3.5 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
— 64.1 mi, about 1h 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clarks Summit, PA and Reading, PA.
1
Start on Electric Street
62 ft
·
4 sec
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Electric Street
2
Turn right onto Atherton Street
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
Atherton Street
3
Turn right onto West Grove Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
West Grove Street
4
Turn left onto PA 307
3.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Morgan Highway
Use the right lane.
5
At end of road, turn right onto North Keyser Avenue
5.0 mi
·
7 min
·
North Keyser Avenue
Use the right lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward I 476 South: Wilkes-Barre
7
Merge onto I 476; PATP
64 mi
·
1 hr 12 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
8
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
2 min
Exit 56
Toward I 78, US 22, PA 309: Allentown, Harrisburg
9
Merge onto US 22
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Lehigh Valley Thruway
10
Merge onto I 78; US 22
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
William Penn Highway
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
Exit 49A
Toward PA 100 South: Trexlertown
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn straight onto PA 100
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
PA 100
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Turn right onto Schantz Road
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Schantz Road
14
Enter roundabout onto US 222
21 ft
·
0 sec
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Hamilton Boulevard
15
Continue on US 222
0.6 mi
·
50 sec
·
Hamilton Boulevard
16
Continue on US 222
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Kutztown Road
17
Keep slight left at fork onto US 222
5.9 mi
·
7 min
·
US 222
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Enter roundabout onto US 222
110 ft
·
1 sec
·
Allentown Pike
19
Continue on US 222
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
Allentown Pike
20
Continue on US 222
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Kutztown Road
21
Continue on US 222
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Allentown Pike
22
Enter roundabout onto US 222
97 ft
·
4 sec
·
Allentown Pike
23
Continue on US 222
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
Allentown Pike
24
Enter roundabout onto US 222
127 ft
·
5 sec
·
Allentown Pike
25
Continue on US 222
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Allentown Pike
Use the straight lane.
26
Continue on US 222
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
Kutztown Road
27
Continue on US 222
0.5 mi
·
47 sec
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Allentown Pike
28
Continue on US 222 BUS
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Allentown Pike
29
Continue on US 222 BUS
5.0 mi
·
8 min
·
North 5th Street Highway
Use the straight lane.
30
Continue on US 222 BUS
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
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South 5th Street
31
Turn left onto US 422 Business
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
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Franklin Street
Use the left lane.
32
Turn left onto South 6th Street
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
South 6th Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
33
Turn left onto US 422 Business Alternate
278 ft
·
4 sec
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Penn Street
34
Arrive at destination
US 422 Business Alternate
Trip Plan
Since this is a manageable 2-hour and 19-minute trip, you have the advantage of being able to depart at your leisure without needing a rigorous itinerary. While the drive is short enough to tackle in one go, keeping an eye on traffic patterns around major junctions is a smart move for a smoother ride. You will not necessarily need to plan formal stops for a trip of this length, but having the $17 fuel budget ready ensures you can fill up before you leave or upon arrival without worry. Because the route relies on a long turnpike stretch, ensure your E-ZPass is ready or your payment method is handy to keep your momentum going. Flexibility is your best asset here, so feel free to adjust your departure time to avoid local rush hour peaks.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 52.6 miles from Clarks Summit, PA, or about 1h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 64.1 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 23 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52.6 miles or 1h 5m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Reading, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Clarks Summit, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Clarks Summit, PA
This is one driving day of about 105.2 miles and 2h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Clarks Summit, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension for about 64.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
53 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 52.6 miles from Clarks Summit, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 64.1 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 215 decision points cluster between mile 0.6 and 104.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.6 mi into trip
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~1m in
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PA 307 / Morgan Highway
Turn left onto PA 307 / Morgan Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
4.5 mi into trip
|
~8m in
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North Keyser Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto North Keyser Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
73.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 29m in
Take the exit toward I 78, US 22, PA 309: Allentown, Harrisburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 56
Toward I 78, US 22, PA 309: Allentown, Harrisbu...
7
77.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 36m in
Take the exit toward PA 100 South: Trexlertown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 49A
Toward PA 100 South: Trexlertown
7
104.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 19m in
|
US 422 Business / Franklin Street
Turn left onto US 422 Business / Franklin Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.16 one way
$34.33 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
37 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.56 | $18.87 | $37.75 |
| premium | $4.86 | $20.14 | $40.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $23.23 | $46.45 |
Estimated Tolls: $8.42
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(64.1 mi)
$8.34
Lehigh Valley Thruway
(1.1 mi)
$0.08
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Tolls
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-20.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.6 | 0 | $11.05 | $5.05 |
| Efficient EV | 26.3 | 0 | $9.21 | $4.21 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 42.1 | 0 | $14.73 | $6.73 |
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (68% 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
Afternoon in Reading on Tuesday
Local time
2:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
13 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 19m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Appalachian National Scenic Trail
National Scenic Trail
The Appalachian Trail is a 2,190+ mile long public footpath that traverses the scenic, wooded, pastoral, wild, and culturally resonant lands of the Appalachian Mountains. Conceived in 1921, built by p...
27 mi from route
~67 min detour
Free
near mile 101.5
Park Closure: List of trail closures post-Hurricane Helene
Caution: Black Bears Frequenting the McAfee Knob Area in Virginia
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is heavily highway-focused, with 67% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will begin with a significant 64.1-mile stretch on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, which provides a consistent pace for the first half of your journey. As you transition onto Allentown Pike and US 222, the character of the road shifts from high-speed turnpike travel to more localized highway driving. Expect a predictable, efficient experience behind the wheel rather than a winding backroad adventure. Staying focused is key during the long, uninterrupted initial segment, as the road personality remains steady until you approach your destination.
67% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
34 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 64.1 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and Allentown Pike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near PA 307 / Morgan Highway.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 105.2 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (PA 307 / Morgan Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.5 miles (North Keyser Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 73.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Clarks Summit, PA to Reading, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Harrisburg along the way.
Harrisburg
73.9 mi in
|
~1h 29m
About the Cities
Starting in Clarks Summit, PA
Full guide →Clarks Summit is a city in the Coal Region of Pennsylvania, near Scranton.
Arriving in Reading, PA
Full guide →Reading is a historic city of about 95,000 (2020 Census) in Pennsylvania, about 50 miles northwest of Philadelphia, 35 miles southwest of Allentown and 55 miles east of Harrisburg. It punches above its weight in culture, and its downtown features some iconic buildings, so consider making it a stopover on your way between any of these and other area cities.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 19m. Total distance: 105.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (67%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 64.1 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $8.42 in tolls one way, starting with Pennsylvania Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Reading, PA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (PA 307 / Morgan Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.5 miles (North Keyser Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 73.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Appalachian National Scenic Trail. 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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