Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 13m
Distance
57.7 mi
93 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bressler, PA
Haneul Trac
This 57.7-mile drive from Reading, PA to Bressler, PA is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 13 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $10, it's an economical option for a day trip, requiring no overnight stays. The route primarily utilizes the Pennsylvania Turnpike and US 222, offering a highway-focused experience. Since both locations are within Pennsylvania and the Northeast region, you'll experience a consistent regional feel throughout your journey. This drive is ideal for those looking for efficiency and a quick connection between two points.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 38.9 mi | 41m |
| US 222 | 9.8 mi | 12m |
| Penn Avenue | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| I 283 | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Colonel Howard Boulevard | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Highland Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Penn Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Reading, PA and Bressler, PA.
Start on US 422 Business Alternate
Continue on US 422 Business Alternate
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 222
Take the exit
Turn left onto Colonel Howard Boulevard
Keep slight left at fork onto Colonel Howard Boulevard
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 76; PATP
Take the exit
Continue on I 283
Take the exit
Turn straight onto PA 441
Turn left onto PA 441
Turn right onto PA 441
Turn left onto Main Street
Turn left onto Center Street
Turn right onto Chambers Street
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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.
A short stop after about 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 28.8 miles from Reading, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 13.1 and 55.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the exit toward I 76, PATP, PA 272: PA Turnpike, Denver
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork onto Colonel Howard Boulevard toward I 76, PATP
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward I 76 Toll West: Harrisburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Take the exit toward I 283, PA 283: Harrisburg, Hershey
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward PA 441: Swatara
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$9.57 one way
$19.13 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $10.48 | $20.95 |
| premium | $4.93 | $11.19 | $22.38 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.74 | $25.48 |
Estimated Tolls: $5.06
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Tolls
$5
Total
$15
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.3 | 0 | $6.06 | $2.77 |
| Efficient EV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.05 | $2.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.1 | 0 | $8.08 | $3.69 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Reading on Tuesday
Local time
9:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Mostly Cloudy
Dense Fog Advisory
Dense Fog Advisory issued April 17 at 4:51AM EDT until April 17 at 11:00AM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
Destination
Morning in Bressler on Tuesday
Local time
9:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
61°F
Denver, PA
29 mi in
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Expect a highly highway-focused drive, with 87% of the journey on major roadways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 38.9 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, offering a chance for sustained cruising. You'll transition onto US 222 and then Penn Avenue, which will likely provide a change of pace from the turnpike. This route emphasizes speed and direct travel, minimizing complex maneuvers or scenic detours.
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 13.1 miles in.
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 57.7 miles you will encounter 13 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: at 13.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.7 miles (Colonel Howard Boulevard): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Reading, PA and Bressler, PA, road signs point toward Patp, Denver and Hershey.
Patp
Denver
Hershey
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).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 13m. Total distance: 57.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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