Origin
Nesquehoning, PA
Late night in Nesquehoning on Sunday
Local time
3:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Nesquehoning, 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
1h 17m
Distance
48.6 mi
78 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 11m
★
6 AM
1h 17m
8 AM
1h 30m
10 AM
1h 22m
12 PM
1h 20m
3 PM
1h 22m
5 PM
1h 29m
8 PM
1h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Nesquehoning, PA
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Nesquehoning to Reading, you can expect a direct journey covering 48.6 miles. This route typically takes about 1 hour and 17 minutes to complete, making it an ideal choice for a simple one-day excursion. You should budget approximately $8 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Northeast Pennsylvania locations. Because the trip is relatively short, you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay or managing multiple days of travel. The drive relies on local roads rather than major interstates, offering a straightforward path that gets you from point A to point B without unnecessary complexity.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pottsville Pike | 10.2 mi | 12m |
| Summer Valley Road | 6.5 mi | 11m |
| Clamtown Road | 5.8 mi | 9m |
| Centre Street | 4.2 mi | 5m |
| East Patterson Street | 3.2 mi | 6m |
| Centre Avenue | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| East Water Street | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Market Street | 2.3 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Pottsville Pike
— 10.2 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nesquehoning, PA and Reading, PA.
1
Start on North Mermon Avenue
59 ft
·
9 sec
·
North Mermon Avenue
2
Turn left onto US 209
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
West Catawissa Street
3
Turn left onto US 209
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Market Street
4
Continue on US 209
3.2 mi
·
6 min
·
East Patterson Street
5
Continue on US 209
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
East Water Street
6
Continue on US 209
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
East Broad Street
7
Turn left onto South Greenwood Street
180 ft
·
9 sec
·
South Greenwood Street
8
Turn right onto Cedar Street
0.2 mi
·
47 sec
·
Cedar Street
9
Turn left onto PA 309
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Center Street
10
Continue on PA 309
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
West Penn Pike
11
Turn right onto PA 443
5.8 mi
·
9 min
·
Clamtown Road
12
Continue on PA 443
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
East Railroad Avenue
13
Turn right onto PA 443; PA 895
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Hughes Street
14
Continue on PA 443; PA 895
6.5 mi
·
11 min
·
Summer Valley Road
15
Turn left onto PA 61
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Centre Turnpike
16
Continue on PA 61
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Centre Street
17
Continue on PA 61
0.3 mi
·
17 sec
·
South 4th Street
18
Continue on PA 61
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Pottsville Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Continue on PA 61
0.6 mi
·
43 sec
·
Shoemaker Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Continue on PA 61
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Pottsville Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Continue on PA 61
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Centre Avenue
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
22
Continue on PA 61
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Pottsville Pike
Use the straight lane.
23
Continue on PA 61
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Centre Avenue
Use the straight lane.
24
Continue on PA 61
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North 4th Street
25
Turn left onto US 422 Business
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Franklin Street
26
Turn left onto South 6th Street
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
South 6th Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
27
Turn left onto US 422 Business Alternate
278 ft
·
4 sec
·
Penn Street
28
Arrive at destination
US 422 Business Alternate
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.3 miles from Nesquehoning, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 85 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 48.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 209 / West Catawissa Street
Turn left onto US 209 / West Catawissa Street
Navigation decision point
4
10 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
South Greenwood Street
Turn left onto South Greenwood Street
Navigation decision point
4
10 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
Cedar Street
Turn right onto Cedar Street
Navigation decision point
4
20 mi into trip
|
~36m in
|
PA 443; PA 895 / Hughes Street
Turn right onto PA 443; PA 895 / Hughes Street
Navigation decision point
6
48.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m in
|
South 6th Street
Turn left onto South 6th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.06 one way
$16.11 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $8.82 | $17.65 |
| premium | $4.93 | $9.43 | $18.85 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.73 | $21.46 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.12
Centre Turnpike
(1.7 mi)
$0.12
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Tolls
$0
Total
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.10 | $2.33 |
| Efficient EV | 12.2 | 0 | $4.25 | $1.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.4 | 0 | $6.80 | $3.11 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
3:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
89°F
Mostly Sunny
SW 5 to 15 mph
3% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 4:45AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 4:42AM EDT by NWS State College PA
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
32 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
1h 17m 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 turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous highway cruise, as this route maintains a highway share of only 3 percent. You will spend most of your time navigating roads like Summer Valley Road, Clamtown Road, and the Pottsville Pike. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 10.2-mile segment on the Pottsville Pike, which provides a brief reprieve from the more frequent turns found elsewhere. Navigating this path requires your full attention, as the road character shifts from rural local roads to more developed corridors as you approach Reading. It is a technical drive that rewards drivers who prefer stay-alert local roads over the predictability of the interstate.
Only 3% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 10.2 mi on Pottsville Pike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 209 / West Catawissa Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 48.6 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 209 / West Catawissa Street): Navigation decision point; at 10 miles (South Greenwood Street): Navigation decision point; at 10 miles (Cedar Street): Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,227 ft
253 ft
Total Climb
920 ft
Total Descent
1,483 ft
Highest Point
1,227 ft
~2 mi in
Elevation Range
974 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 17m. Total distance: 48.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 10.2 miles on Pottsville Pike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.12 in tolls one way, starting with Centre 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.
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 (US 209 / West Catawissa Street): Navigation decision point; at 10 miles (South Greenwood Street): Navigation decision point; at 10 miles (Cedar Street): Navigation decision point.
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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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