Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 45m
Distance
102.6 mi
165 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hemlock Farms, PA
Jack Pace
This 102.6-mile journey from Reading, PA, to Hemlock Farms, PA, is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes to complete. You'll primarily navigate on PA-33, the Lehigh Valley Thruway, and US 209. With about 50% of the drive on highways, it offers a mix of speeds and road types. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $17. Given the relatively short duration and distance, this route is perfect for a single-day adventure without the need for an overnight stay. It's a straightforward drive within the Northeast region of Pennsylvania.
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
51.3 miles from Reading, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 15m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| PA-33 | 21.2 mi | 26m |
| Lehigh Valley Thruway | 17.9 mi | 24m |
| US 209 | 11.5 mi | 18m |
| US 222 | 8.7 mi | 11m |
| Route 402 Road | 8.1 mi | 13m |
| Resica Falls Road | 7.7 mi | 12m |
| Allentown Pike | 6 mi | 10m |
| North 5th Street | 5 mi | 8m |
Step-by-step road directions between Reading, PA and Hemlock Farms, PA.
Start on US 422 Business Alternate
Turn right onto US 222 BUS
Continue on US 222 BUS
Merge onto US 222
Continue on US 222
Enter roundabout onto US 222
Continue on US 222
Enter roundabout onto US 222
Continue on US 222
Continue on US 222
Continue on US 222
Enter roundabout onto US 222
Continue on US 222
Keep slight left at fork onto US 222
Enter roundabout onto Schantz Road
Continue on Schantz Road
Turn left onto PA 100
Continue on PA 100
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 78; US 22
Keep slight right at fork onto US 22
Take the exit
Merge onto PA 33
Keep slight right at fork onto US 209
Take the exit onto US 209
Enter roundabout onto Seven Bridge Road
Continue on Seven Bridge Road
Turn right onto US 209 BUS
Turn left onto PA 402
Continue on PA 402
Continue on PA 402
Continue on PA 402
Turn right onto Brewster Road
Continue on Hemlock Farms Road
Turn right onto Forest Drive
Turn left onto Mountain View Drive
Turn right onto Cedar Lane
At end of road, turn left onto Hickory Drive
Arrive at destination
For this 2 hour and 45 minute drive, consider departing in the morning to maximize daylight and avoid potential afternoon traffic. With only one stop typically needed, you have flexibility in pacing yourself. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $17 for the 102.6 miles. A practical tip for this route is to be aware of the transition from highway to more local roads around the Lehigh Valley Thruway and US 209 segments; this is where you'll encounter your longest continuous stretch of non-highway driving. Planning your single stop around this transition point can help break up the journey effectively.
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.
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 23 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 51.3 miles or 1h 15m 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 3m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hemlock Farms, PA than in the middle of the route.
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.
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 102.6 miles and 2h 45m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
51 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 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 51.3 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 0.1 and 67.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto US 222 BUS / North 5th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Enter roundabout onto Schantz Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Keep slight right at fork onto US 22 / Lehigh Valley Thruway toward US 22 East: Pennsylvania Turnpike, LVI Airport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward PA 33 North: Stroudsburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto US 209 toward US 209 North: Stroudsburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$17.01 one way
$34.02 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $18.63 | $37.26 |
| premium | $4.93 | $19.90 | $39.80 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.65 | $45.31 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.25
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
$17
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.8 | 0 | $10.77 | $4.92 |
| Efficient EV | 25.7 | 0 | $8.98 | $4.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 41 | 0 | $14.36 | $6.57 |
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Late night in Reading on Sunday
Local time
12:27 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
Late night in Hemlock Farms on Sunday
Local time
12:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
49°F
Belfast, PA
51 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
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.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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Expect a mixed drive on this route, with roughly half of the 102.6 miles being highway driving. You'll experience stretches of faster travel, including a significant 21.2-mile segment on PA-33. This will transition into more varied road conditions as you continue on the Lehigh Valley Thruway and US 209. The overall feel is one of progress, moving from more developed areas towards your destination. It's not an entirely monotonous highway experience, offering a bit of change in pace and scenery as you cover the 2 hours and 45 minutes of travel time.
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 0.1 miles in near US 222 BUS / North 5th Street.
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 102.6 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 0.1 miles (US 222 BUS / North 5th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 22.7 miles (Schantz Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 28.2 miles (US 22 / Lehigh Valley Thruway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
On the drive from Reading, PA to Hemlock Farms, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Lvi Airport along the way.
Lvi Airport
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 45m. Total distance: 102.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (50%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface 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.
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