Origin
Reading, PA
Late night in Reading on Tuesday
Local time
5:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Reading, PA to Centre, 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 8m
Distance
95.9 mi
154 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 59m
★
6 AM
2h 8m
8 AM
2h 27m
10 AM
2h 15m
12 PM
2h 13m
3 PM
2h 16m
5 PM
2h 26m
8 PM
2h 3m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Centre, PA
Kelly
Trip Overview
Reading, PA to Centre, PA is 95.9 miles and takes about 2h 8m via US 322 and I 81, with a fuel budget near $16 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Pennsylvania, traversing the Northeast region. Expect a mixed drive experience, offering a blend of highway speeds and potentially more local road sections as you approach your destination. Given its manageable distance and duration, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, allowing you to arrive with plenty of time to spare.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
48 miles from Reading, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 4m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 322 | 30.1 mi | 38m |
| I 81 | 20.8 mi | 25m |
| William Penn Highway | 15.2 mi | 20m |
| Bernville Road | 14.6 mi | 23m |
| 78th Division Highway | 7.6 mi | 8m |
| US 222 | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| West Shore Bypass | 2 mi | 2m |
| East Main Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 322
— 30.1 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Reading, PA and Centre, PA.
1
Start on US 422 Business Alternate
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
Penn Street
2
Continue on US 422 Business Alternate
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Penn Avenue
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward US 422 West: Lebanon
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Merge onto US 422
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West Shore Bypass
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Continue on US 222
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
US 222
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward PA 183: Bernville Road, Strausstown
Use the slight right lane.
7
Turn left onto PA 183
387 ft
·
12 sec
·
Bernville Road
8
Continue on PA 183
10 mi
·
16 min
·
Bernville Road
9
Continue on PA 183
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Bernville Road
10
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward I 78 West, US 22 West: Harrisburg
11
Merge onto I 78; US 22
10 mi
·
11 min
·
William Penn Highway
12
Continue on I 78; US 22
7.6 mi
·
8 min
·
78th Division Highway
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi
·
49 sec
Exit 1B
Toward I 81 South: Harrisburg
14
Merge onto I 81
21 mi
·
25 min
·
I 81
15
Take the exit onto US 322
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
US 322
Exit 67A; 67B
Toward US 22 East, PA 230 East, US 22 West, US 322 West: Harrisburg, Lewistown, State College
16
Keep slight right at fork onto US 322
30 mi
·
38 min
·
US 322
Exit 67B
Toward US 22 West, US 322 West: Lewistown, State College
Use the slight right lane.
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward Pfoutz Valley Road
Use the slight right lane.
18
Continue on Pfoutz Valley Road
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Pfoutz Valley Road
19
Turn straight
251 ft
·
10 sec
20
Turn straight onto SR 3002
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
William Penn Highway
21
Continue on SR 3002
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
22
Continue on SR 3002
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
William Penn Highway
23
Turn right onto Center Road
45 ft
·
1 sec
·
Center Road
24
Arrive at destination
Center Road
Trip Plan
With a drive time of just over two hours, you have a lot of flexibility. Leaving in the morning means you'll likely encounter less traffic and can enjoy the full day at your destination. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you transition between US 322 and I 81, as services can vary. The estimated fuel cost of $16 is quite low, so you shouldn't have to worry much about budget on this short trip. Consider filling up before you leave Reading to ensure a smooth journey without unnecessary stops.
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 48 miles from Reading, PA, or about 1h 4m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 30.1 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 21 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48 miles or 1h 4m 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 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Centre, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Reading, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Reading, PA
This is one driving day of about 95.9 miles and 2h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Reading, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 322 for about 30.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
48 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 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 48 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 0.6 and 59.9 — 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
|
~0m in
Take the ramp toward US 422 West: Lebanon
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 422 West: Lebanon
7
5.2 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the exit toward PA 183: Bernville Road, Strausstown
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 PA 183: Bernville Road, Strausstown
6
38.1 mi into trip
|
~52m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 81 South: Harrisburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 1B
Toward I 81 South: Harrisburg
6
59.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m in
|
US 322
Take the exit onto US 322 toward US 22 East, PA 230 East, US 22 West, US 322 West: Harrisburg, Lewistown, State College
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 67A; 67B
Toward US 22 East, PA 230 East, US 22 West, US...
9
59.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
|
US 322
Keep slight right at fork onto US 322 toward US 22 West, US 322 West: Lewistown, State College
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 67B
Toward US 22 West, US 322 West: Lewistown, Stat...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.90 one way
$31.80 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
34 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $17.41 | $34.83 |
| premium | $4.93 | $18.60 | $37.20 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.17 | $42.35 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28.8 | 0 | $10.07 | $4.60 |
| Efficient EV | 24 | 0 | $8.39 | $3.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 38.4 | 0 | $13.43 | $6.14 |
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 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
Centre, PA
Late night in Centre on Tuesday
Local time
5:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
70°F
Harrisburg, PA
48 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
16 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
2h 8m 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...
3 mi from route
~7 min detour
Free
near mile 33.1
Park Closure: List of trail closures post-Hurricane Helene
Caution: Black Bears Frequenting the McAfee Knob Area in Virginia
Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument
National Monument
More than 7,800 children from 140 Tribes went to the Carlisle School from 1879 to 1918. The National Park Service will collaborate with families, affiliated Tribal Nations, the US Army, historians, an...
15 mi from route
~37 min detour
Free
near mile 69.4
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This route offers a 56% highway share, meaning you'll spend a good portion of your time on faster-paced roads like I 81. However, it's not entirely an interstate experience; segments on US 322 and the William Penn Highway will introduce you to different driving conditions. The longest stretch without needing to navigate a major change is 30.1 miles on US 322, providing a solid period of consistent travel. As you progress, the landscape will likely shift, transitioning from more developed areas to potentially more rural or scenic stretches.
56% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 30.1 mi on US 322.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 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 12 significant decision points across 95.9 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: Lane positioning matters here; at 5.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 38.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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 Reading, PA and Centre, PA, road signs point toward Strausstown, Lewistown and State College.
Strausstown
5.2 mi in
|
~7m
Lewistown
59.6 mi in
|
~1h 18m
|
via US 322
State College
59.6 mi in
|
~1h 18m
|
via US 322
About the Cities
Starting 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 8m. Total distance: 95.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (56%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 30.1 miles on US 322. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Centre, 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: Lane positioning matters here; at 5.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 38.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes — Appalachian National Scenic Trail and Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument. 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 Centre, 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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