Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 1m
Distance
93.1 mi
150 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Middleburg, PA
Michael Taccetta
Reading, PA to Middleburg, PA is 93.1 miles and takes about 2h 1m via Pottsville Pike/PA 61, with a fuel budget near $15 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Pennsylvania, moving from the Northeast region to another part of the Northeast. It's a relatively short trip, making it ideal for a single-day excursion without feeling rushed. You'll experience a mixed driving profile, so while much of it is straightforward, be prepared for some variations in road type. Consider this a convenient option if you're looking for an efficient way to travel between these two points in PA.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
46.6 miles from Reading, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 1m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pottsville Pike | 14.4 mi | 18m |
| PA 61 | 12.1 mi | 14m |
| Locust Gap Highway | 11.5 mi | 13m |
| US 522 | 10.7 mi | 12m |
| Centre Turnpike | 10.6 mi | 12m |
| Sunbury Road | 9.4 mi | 11m |
| Route 61 South | 3 mi | 3m |
| Centre Avenue | 3 mi | 4m |
Step-by-step road directions between Reading, PA and Middleburg, PA.
Start on US 422 Business Alternate
Turn right onto US 222 BUS
Turn slight left onto PA 61
Continue on PA 61
Continue on PA 61
Continue on PA 61
Continue on PA 61
Continue on PA 61
Continue on PA 61
Continue on PA 61
Continue on PA 61
Continue on PA 61
Continue on PA 61
Continue on PA 61
Turn left onto US 209
At end of road, turn right onto US 209
Turn left onto US 209
Continue on US 209; PA 901
At end of road, turn left onto PA 901
Continue on PA 901
Continue on PA 901
Continue on PA 901
Continue on PA 54; PA 901
Continue on PA 54
Turn left onto PA 487
Turn right onto PA 61
At end of road, turn left onto PA 61
Turn slight left onto PA 61
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto US 11; US 15
Continue on US 522
Continue on US 522
Turn left
Turn left onto Church Street
Continue on Edmond Avenue
Arrive at destination
Given the short duration of just over 2 hours, this trip is easily completed in a single day, offering flexibility in your departure time. You could leave mid-morning to avoid early traffic or depart in the afternoon to maximize your morning. Fuel costs are estimated at around $15, so ensure your tank is adequately filled before leaving Reading, as there are no designated stops on this particular route. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you approach Middleburg, to ensure a smooth arrival. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 14.4 miles, so plan any quick breaks around that if needed.
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 20 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.6 miles or 1h 1m 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 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Middleburg, 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 93.1 miles and 2h 1m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
47 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 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 46.6 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 79.4 — 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
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto US 209 / Mauch Chunk Street
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn left onto PA 61 / South Front Street
Navigation decision point
Keep slight left at fork toward US 11 South, US 15 South: Selinsgrove, Harrisburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Merge onto US 11; US 15 / North Susquehanna Trail
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$15.43 one way
$30.87 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $16.90 | $33.81 |
| premium | $4.93 | $18.06 | $36.11 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.56 | $41.11 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.74
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
$15
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.9 | 0 | $9.78 | $4.47 |
| Efficient EV | 23.3 | 0 | $8.15 | $3.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 37.2 | 0 | $13.03 | $5.96 |
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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 Tuesday
Local time
6:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
89°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Morning in Middleburg on Tuesday
Local time
6:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
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.
This journey offers a mixed drive, with about 39% of the route utilizing highway segments. You'll encounter stretches like the 14.4-mile segment on Pottsville Pike, which provide a sense of consistent travel. As you progress, the roads will shift, transitioning between more direct highway portions and potentially more local road characteristics. The overall feel is practical rather than overtly scenic, focusing on efficient transit between your starting and ending points. Expect a varied driving experience that keeps things interesting without being overly demanding.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 222 BUS / North 5th Street.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 93.1 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.1 miles (US 222 BUS / North 5th Street): Navigation decision point; at 33.8 miles (US 209 / Mauch Chunk Street): Navigation decision point; at 77.4 miles (PA 61 / South Front Street): Navigation decision point.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Reading, PA to Middleburg, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Harrisburg along the way.
Harrisburg
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 2h 1m. Total distance: 93.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (39%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
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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