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Trip from Point, 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

3h 17m

Distance

164.1 mi

264 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$27

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 36 min
4 AM
3h 6m ★
6 AM
3h 18m
8 AM
3h 42m
10 AM
3h 26m
12 PM
3h 24m
3 PM
3h 27m
5 PM
3h 40m
8 PM
3h 11m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Point, PA, PA

Point, PA

cottonbro CG studio

Trip Overview

If you are planning a trip from Point to Reading, you are looking at a 164.1-mile drive that typically takes about 3 hours and 17 minutes. This route is designed as a single-day excursion, meaning you can easily complete the journey without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $27 for fuel to cover the distance. Navigating primarily via the Pennsylvania Turnpike, US 222, and US 222 BUS, the route remains firmly within the Northeast region. It is a straightforward, highway-focused drive that favors efficiency over sightseeing, making it a practical choice for travelers who prioritize getting to their destination quickly.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

82.1 miles from Point, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 41m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike 141.3 mi 2h 33m
US 222 7.4 mi 9m
US 222 BUS 4.9 mi 8m
Lincoln Highway 3.7 mi 5m
Point Road 1.5 mi 5m
Tulls Hill Road 1.4 mi 3m
Weber Lane 1 mi 3m
Colonel Howard Boulevard 0.7 mi 1m
Longest stretch: Pennsylvania Turnpike — 141.3 mi, about 2h 33m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Point, PA and Reading, PA.

1

Start on Gordon Road

64 ft · 10 sec · Gordon Road
2

Turn sharp left onto Point Road

1.5 mi · 5 min · Point Road
3

Turn slight right onto Tulls Hill Road

1.4 mi · 3 min · Tulls Hill Road
4

Turn left onto US 30

3.7 mi · 5 min · Lincoln Highway
5

Turn left onto Country Ridge Road

0.3 mi · 49 sec · Country Ridge Road
6

Turn right onto Weber Lane

1.0 mi · 3 min · Weber Lane
7

Turn left onto US 220 BUS

0.3 mi · 45 sec · Business 220
8

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 22 sec
Toward I 70, I 76, PATP: Pittsburgh, Harrisburg
9

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 50 sec
Toward I 76 East, I 70 East: Harrisburg
10

Merge onto I 70; I 76; PATP

141 mi · 2 hr 33 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike
11

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 35 sec
Toward US 222: Reading, Ephrata Use the slight right lane.
12

Continue on Colonel Howard Boulevard

0.6 mi · 1 min · Colonel Howard Boulevard
13

Keep slight left at fork onto Colonel Howard Boulevard

0.1 mi · 15 sec · Colonel Howard Boulevard
14

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 35 sec
Toward US 222 North: Reading
15

Merge onto US 222

3.3 mi · 3 min · US 222
16

Continue on US 222

4.1 mi · 5 min · US 222
17

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.
18

Turn left onto US 222 BUS

0.4 mi · 47 sec · South 5th Street
Use the left lane.
19

Turn right onto US 422 Business

0.1 mi · 16 sec · Franklin Street
20

Turn left onto South 6th Street

0.1 mi · 24 sec · South 6th Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
21

Turn left onto US 422 Business Alternate

278 ft · 4 sec · Penn Street
22

Arrive at destination

US 422 Business Alternate

Trip Plan

Given the 3-hour and 17-minute duration, you can comfortably complete this trip in one go, though planning for at least one stop is recommended to break up the long turnpike stint. Since the route relies so heavily on major thoroughfares, keep an eye on traffic reports for the Pennsylvania Turnpike before you depart to avoid unexpected delays. The flexibility of this shorter drive means you can easily adjust your departure time to bypass peak commuting hours. To make the most of your $27 fuel budget, try to fill up before hitting the turnpike, where gas prices at service plazas can often be higher than on local roads.

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 82.1 miles from Point, PA, or about 1h 41m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 141.3 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 36 miles or 51m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 82.1 miles or 1h 41m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 38m

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 Point, 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 Point, PA

This is one driving day of about 164.1 miles and 3h 17m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Point, 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 141.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Lurgan, PA, PA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Lurgan, PA

82 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

Hancock, MD

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Lurgan, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 82.1 miles from Point, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Pennsylvania Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 141.3 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Spice Restaurant & Bar

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour Moderately mile 93.8

Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania

Hours: 2–11 pm

+17176913131

Visit website

The Barn Restaurant at Allenberry

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour $20 to $30 mile 93.8

Boiling Springs, Pennsylvania

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+17172583211

Visit website

Indian Echo Caverns

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 117.2

Hummelstown, Pennsylvania

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+17175668131

Visit website

Gibraltar Park

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 164.1

Birdsboro, Pennsylvania

Hours: 6 am–9 pm

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 17

5 decision points cluster between mile 8.1 and 158.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
8.1 mi into trip | ~20m in

Take the ramp toward I 70, I 76, PATP: Pittsburgh, Harrisburg

Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 70, I 76, PATP: Pittsburgh, Harrisburg
6
8.3 mi into trip | ~20m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 76 East, I 70 East: Harrisburg

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 76 East, I 70 East: Harrisburg
7
150 mi into trip | ~2h 55m 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
150.9 mi into trip | ~2h 57m in

Keep slight right at fork toward US 222 North: Reading

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward US 222 North: Reading
7
158.5 mi into trip | ~3h 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...

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$27.21 one way

$54.41 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 57 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $29.80 $59.59
premium $4.93 $31.83 $63.65
diesel $5.61 $36.23 $72.46

Estimated Tolls: $18.37

Pennsylvania Turnpike (141.3 mi) $18.37

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

$27

Tolls

$18

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$71–$96

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 57.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 49.2 0 $17.23 $7.88
Efficient EV 41 0 $14.36 $6.56
EV Truck/SUV 65.6 0 $22.97 $10.50

Gas CO2

57 kg

EV CO2

19 kg (67% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Point, PA

Morning in Point on Sunday

Local time

11:54 AM

EDT

Current temp

48°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Reading, PA

Morning in Reading on Sunday

Local time

11:54 AM

EDT

Current temp

56°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

8 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

3h 17m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a high-speed experience, as 94% of this journey is spent on highways. The vast majority of your time behind the wheel will be consumed by a single 141.3-mile stretch along the Pennsylvania Turnpike. Because the route is so highway-heavy, it provides a consistent, predictable driving rhythm rather than a technical or winding experience. As you transition from the turnpike onto the US 222 corridor, the road character shifts slightly to accommodate regional traffic. You will find that the drive maintains a steady pace, allowing you to cover significant ground with minimal interruption.

94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 141.3 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and US 222. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 8.1 miles in.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 164.1 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 8.1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 150 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.

On the drive from Point, PA to Reading, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Ephrata along the way.

Ephrata

150 mi in | ~2h 55m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 17m. Total distance: 164.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 141.3 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $18.37 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 8.1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 150 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Possible but tiring. At 3.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Reading, PA, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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