Origin
Midland, PA
Morning in Midland on Tuesday
Local time
8:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Midland, 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
5h 19m
Distance
267.5 mi
431 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$44
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 6m
★
6 AM
5h 19m
8 AM
5h 46m
10 AM
5h 29m
12 PM
5h 26m
3 PM
5h 30m
5 PM
5h 45m
8 PM
5h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Midland, PA
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Trip Overview
Midland, PA to Reading, PA is 267.5 miles and takes about 5h 19m via Pennsylvania Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $44 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route stays within the Northeast region, primarily traversing Pennsylvania. It's a straightforward, mostly highway trip that's ideal for a single-day drive. Given the relatively short duration and the primary use of major highways, this is a practical option for getting between these two points without significant detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
133.8 miles from Midland, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 46m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 212.3 mi | 3h 52m |
| Dwight D Eisenhower Highway | 29.7 mi | 41m |
| US 222 | 7.4 mi | 9m |
| US 222 BUS | 4.9 mi | 8m |
| PA 519 | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| Brownlee Road | 3.6 mi | 8m |
| Hill Church Houston Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| North Main Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 212.3 mi, about 3h 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Midland, PA and Reading, PA.
1
Start on North Main Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
North Main Street
2
Continue on PA 519
1.4 mi
·
2 min
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Hill Church Houston Road
3
Turn right onto PA 519
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
PA 519
4
Turn slight right onto PA 519
137 ft
·
2 sec
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PA 519
5
Enter roundabout onto PA 519
101 ft
·
2 sec
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PA 519
6
Continue on PA 519
439 ft
·
8 sec
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PA 519
7
Enter roundabout onto Brownlee Road
187 ft
·
4 sec
·
Brownlee Road
8
Continue on Brownlee Road
3.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Brownlee Road
9
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
10
Merge onto I 70
30 mi
·
41 min
·
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit onto I 70
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 70
Exit 58
Toward I 70 Toll East, I 76 Toll, PATP: Harrisburg, Pittsburgh
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 70
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
I 70
Toward I 70 East, I 76 East: Harrisburg
13
Merge onto I 70; I 76; PATP
212 mi
·
3 hr 52 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Toward US 222: Reading, Ephrata
Use the slight right lane.
15
Continue on Colonel Howard Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Colonel Howard Boulevard
16
Keep slight left at fork onto Colonel Howard Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Colonel Howard Boulevard
17
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward US 222 North: Reading
18
Merge onto US 222
3.3 mi
·
3 min
·
US 222
19
Continue on US 222
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
US 222
20
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.
21
Turn left onto US 222 BUS
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
South 5th Street
Use the left lane.
22
Turn right onto US 422 Business
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Franklin Street
23
Turn left onto South 6th Street
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
South 6th Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
24
Turn left onto US 422 Business Alternate
278 ft
·
4 sec
·
Penn Street
25
Arrive at destination
US 422 Business Alternate
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 5-hour drive, aim for an early morning departure to avoid potential afternoon traffic, especially as you approach Reading. With only one recommended stop and a total drive time under six hours, you have flexibility in how you pace yourself; a single fuel or rest stop should be sufficient. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch on the Pennsylvania Turnpike is quite long, and planning your fuel stop before entering this segment is wise. The $44 fuel estimate is based on average prices, so adjust your budget accordingly.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 133.8 miles from Midland, PA, or about 2h 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 212.3 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 59 miles or 1h 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 133.8 miles or 2h 46m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 19m
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 Midland, 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 Midland, PA
This is one driving day of about 267.5 miles and 5h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 59 miles from Midland, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Pennsylvania Turnpike for about 212.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
134 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 59 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 133.8 miles from Midland, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Pennsylvania Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 212.3 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 175 decision points cluster between mile 40.2 and 261.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
40.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
|
I 70
Take the exit onto I 70 toward I 70 Toll East, I 76 Toll, PATP: Harrisburg, Pittsburgh
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 58
Toward I 70 Toll East, I 76 Toll, PATP: Harrisb...
6
40.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
|
I 70
Keep slight left at fork onto I 70 toward I 70 East, I 76 East: Harrisburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 70 East, I 76 East: Harrisburg
7
253.4 mi into trip
|
~4h 56m in
Take the exit toward US 222: Reading, Ephrata
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: Reading, Ephrata
6
254.3 mi into trip
|
~4h 59m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 222 North: Reading
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward US 222 North: Reading
7
261.9 mi into trip
|
~5h 9m 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...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$44.35 one way
$88.70 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
94 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $48.57 | $97.14 |
| premium | $4.93 | $51.88 | $103.76 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $59.06 | $118.12 |
Estimated Tolls: $27.60
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(212.3 mi)
$27.60
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
$44
Tolls
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$97–$122
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 93.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 80.3 | 0 | $28.09 | $12.84 |
| Efficient EV | 66.9 | 0 | $23.41 | $10.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 107 | 1 | $37.45 | $17.12 |
Gas CO2
94 kg
EV CO2
31 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Morning in Reading on Tuesday
Local time
8:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
67°F
Hancock, MD
134 mi in
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
26 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
5h 19m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
You'll spend most of your time on highways, with 86% of the 267.5 miles on major roads. The longest continuous stretch on these highways is 212.3 miles along the Pennsylvania Turnpike. After this long highway segment, expect to transition to surface roads for the final portion of your trip. The density of exits on the Pennsylvania Turnpike suggests frequent opportunities for services or potential traffic.
86% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 212.3 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and Dwight D Eisenhower Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 40.2 miles in near I 70.
Driving Effort
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 267.5 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 40.2 miles (I 70): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 40.6 miles (I 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 253.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. 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.
Between Midland, PA and Reading, PA, road signs point toward Patp: Harrisburg, Pittsburgh and Ephrata.
Patp: Harrisburg
40.2 mi in
|
~1h 2m
|
via I 70
Pittsburgh
40.2 mi in
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~1h 2m
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via I 70
Ephrata
253.4 mi in
|
~4h 56m
About the Cities
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 5h 19m. Total distance: 267.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 212.3 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $27.60 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.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 40.2 miles (I 70): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 40.6 miles (I 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 253.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.3 hours each way, a round trip means 10.6 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Reading, PA before the return drive.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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