Origin
Reading, PA
Morning in Reading on Tuesday
Local time
8:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Reading, PA to Lenox, 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 35m
Distance
122.1 mi
197 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 25m
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6 AM
2h 36m
8 AM
2h 57m
10 AM
2h 43m
12 PM
2h 41m
3 PM
2h 44m
5 PM
2h 56m
8 PM
2h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lenox, PA
Haneul Trac
Trip Overview
This 122.1-mile drive from Reading to Lenox, Pennsylvania, is designed for efficiency, clocking in at about 2 hours and 35 minutes. It's a solid day trip, making it easy to complete in a single go without needing an overnight stop. You'll primarily be on major highways, with a significant portion on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, giving it a highway-focused feel. Expect a fuel cost of around $20 for this journey. Covering ground within the Northeast region of PA, this route prioritizes getting you to your destination with minimal fuss.
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
61.1 miles from Reading, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 23m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension | 73.5 mi | 1h 24m |
| I 81 | 17.2 mi | 19m |
| US 222 | 8.7 mi | 11m |
| Allentown Pike | 6 mi | 10m |
| North 5th Street | 5 mi | 8m |
| Schantz Road | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| Kutztown Road | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| Lehigh Valley Thruway | 1.3 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
— 73.5 mi, about 1h 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Reading, PA and Lenox, PA.
1
Start on US 422 Business Alternate
279 ft
·
8 sec
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Penn Street
2
Turn right onto US 222 BUS
5.0 mi
·
8 min
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North 5th Street
Use the straight lane.
3
Continue on US 222 BUS
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Allentown Pike
4
Merge onto US 222
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
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Kutztown Road
5
Continue on US 222
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Allentown Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Enter roundabout onto US 222
160 ft
·
6 sec
·
Allentown Pike
7
Continue on US 222
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
Allentown Pike
8
Enter roundabout onto US 222
123 ft
·
5 sec
·
Allentown Pike
9
Continue on US 222
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Allentown Pike
10
Continue on US 222
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Kutztown Road
11
Continue on US 222
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
Allentown Pike
12
Enter roundabout onto US 222
138 ft
·
1 sec
·
Kutztown Road
13
Continue on US 222
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Kutztown Road
14
Keep slight left at fork onto US 222
8.7 mi
·
11 min
·
US 222
15
Enter roundabout onto Schantz Road
266 ft
·
3 sec
·
Schantz Road
16
Continue on Schantz Road
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Schantz Road
17
Turn left onto PA 100
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
PA 100
Use the straight / slight right / right lanes.
18
Continue on PA 100
170 ft
·
3 sec
·
PA 100
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 78 East, US 22 East: Allentown
20
Merge onto I 78; US 22
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
William Penn Highway
21
Keep slight right at fork onto US 22
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Lehigh Valley Thruway
Exit 51
Toward US 22 East: Pennsylvania Turnpike, LVI Airport
Use the slight right lane.
22
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward PATP, I 476: Philadelphia, Scranton
Use the slight right lane.
23
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 476 North: Scranton
Use the left lane.
24
Merge onto I 476; PATP
73 mi
·
1 hr 23 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
25
Continue on I 476; PATP
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Exit 131
Toward I 81, US 6, US 11: Clarks Summit, Scranton
26
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 81, US 6 East: Binghamton, Wilkes-Barre
27
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
1 min
Toward Binghamton
28
Merge onto I 81
17 mi
·
19 min
·
I 81
29
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
49 sec
Toward PA 106: Lenox
30
Turn left onto PA 106
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
State Route 106
31
Turn right onto PA 92
250 ft
·
5 sec
·
State Route 92
32
Arrive at destination
PA 92
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour 35-minute duration, this trip is perfectly suited for a single-day adventure, offering flexibility in your departure time. Aiming for an early start can help you beat any potential traffic, especially as you merge onto the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension. With a longest stretch of 73.5 miles on the turnpike, plan for a fuel stop before embarking or be aware of service areas. The estimated fuel cost is $20, so factor that into your budget. This route's highway-heavy nature means you'll likely encounter fewer opportunities for spontaneous roadside stops, so ensure you're prepared for the duration.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 61.1 miles from Reading, PA, or about 1h 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 73.5 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 27 miles or 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 61.1 miles or 1h 23m 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 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lenox, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Reading, 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 Reading, PA
This is one driving day of about 122.1 miles and 2h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Reading, 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 Northeast Extension for about 73.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
61 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 27 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 61.1 miles from Reading, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 73.5 miles.
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 215 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 103.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 222 BUS / North 5th Street
Turn right onto US 222 BUS / North 5th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
9
28.2 mi into trip
|
~43m in
|
US 22 / Lehigh Valley Thruway
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
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 51
Toward US 22 East: Pennsylvania Turnpike, LVI A...
7
29.5 mi into trip
|
~45m in
Take the exit toward PATP, I 476: Philadelphia, Scranton
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 PATP, I 476: Philadelphia, Scranton
7
30 mi into trip
|
~46m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 476 North: Scranton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 476 North: Scranton
6
103.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 12m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 81, US 6 East: Binghamton, Wilkes-Barre
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 81, US 6 East: Binghamton, Wilkes-Barr...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.24 one way
$40.49 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
43 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $22.17 | $44.34 |
| premium | $4.93 | $23.68 | $47.36 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.96 | $53.92 |
Estimated Tolls: $9.64
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(73.5 mi)
$9.55
Lehigh Valley Thruway
(1.3 mi)
$0.09
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
$20
Tolls
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 36.6 | 0 | $12.82 | $5.86 |
| Efficient EV | 30.5 | 0 | $10.68 | $4.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 48.8 | 0 | $17.09 | $7.81 |
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 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.
Destination
Lenox, PA
Morning in Lenox on Tuesday
Local time
8:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°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
14 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 35m 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?
The character of this drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 82% of the route utilizing major roadways. You'll spend a significant uninterrupted stretch of 73.5 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, offering a consistent pace. The journey transitions onto I-81 and US 222, maintaining a character that emphasizes steady travel over winding backroads. This means you're looking at a driving experience that's generally smooth and direct, ideal for covering distance efficiently.
82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
32 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 73.5 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and I 81. 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.
Driving Effort
10/10
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 21 significant decision points across 122.1 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 0.1 miles (US 222 BUS / North 5th Street): Lane positioning matters here; 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; at 29.5 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.
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 Lenox, PA, road signs point toward Lvi Airport, Patp, Scranton, Wilkes-Barre and Binghamton.
Lvi Airport
28.2 mi in
|
~43m
|
via US 22
Patp
29.5 mi in
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~45m
Scranton
29.5 mi in
|
~45m
Wilkes-Barre
103.9 mi in
|
~2h 12m
Binghamton
104.1 mi in
|
~2h 13m
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 35m. Total distance: 122.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 73.5 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $9.64 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.
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 Lenox, 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 0.1 miles (US 222 BUS / North 5th Street): Lane positioning matters here; 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; at 29.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Lenox, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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