Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
49m
Distance
33.4 mi
54 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fredericksburg, PA
Michael Taccetta
This 33.4-mile drive from Reading, PA to Fredericksburg, PA is a manageable 49-minute journey, perfect for a single day trip. You'll primarily navigate Bernville Road and William Penn Highway, with a brief stint on US 222, making it a local-feeling drive. With a fuel cost estimated at $6, this route is quite budget-friendly. The entire trip stays within the Northeast region and the state of Pennsylvania, offering a consistent experience. Given its short distance and duration, it's an easy excursion without the need for an overnight stay.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Bernville Road | 14.6 mi | 23m |
| William Penn Highway | 10.3 mi | 11m |
| US 222 | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| US 22 | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| West Shore Bypass | 2 mi | 2m |
| East Main Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Penn Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Penn Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Reading, PA and Fredericksburg, PA.
Start on US 422 Business Alternate
Continue on US 422 Business Alternate
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 422
Continue on US 222
Take the exit
Turn left onto PA 183
Continue on PA 183
Continue on PA 183
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 78; US 22
Continue on I 78; US 22
Take the exit onto US 22
Keep slight right at fork onto US 22
Turn slight right
Continue on East Main Street
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 16.7 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 0.6 and 31.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the ramp toward US 422 West: Lebanon
Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto US 422 / West Shore Bypass
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
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
Take the exit onto US 22 toward US 22 West: Lebanon, Fredericksburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork onto US 22 toward US 22 West: Fredericksburg, Lebanon
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$5.54 one way
$11.07 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $6.06 | $12.13 |
| premium | $4.93 | $6.48 | $12.95 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.37 | $14.75 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10 | 0 | $3.51 | $1.60 |
| Efficient EV | 8.4 | 0 | $2.92 | $1.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.4 | 0 | $4.68 | $2.14 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Reading on Sunday
Local time
10:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Partly Sunny
Destination
Morning in Fredericksburg on Sunday
Local time
10:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
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 turn-heavy local drive for this trip, with only 14% of the route on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 14.6 miles on Bernville Road. This suggests a more engaging driving experience with frequent changes in direction rather than a monotonous highway cruise. As you progress, the roads will likely shift from more urban or suburban connectors to more rural or town-centered segments, requiring your attention to navigation.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in.
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 9 decision points packed into just 33.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 49m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 0.8 miles (US 422 / West Shore Bypass): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Reading, PA and Fredericksburg, PA, road signs point toward Strausstown and Lebanon.
Strausstown
Lebanon
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 49m. Total distance: 33.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
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.
Was this helpful?
Thanks for your feedback!
Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!
/500
Recent Tips
·
Explore more options from Reading, PA or browse trips ending in Fredericksburg, PA.
Looking for more statewide routes? Browse PA road trips.
