Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 15m
Distance
103 mi
166 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.
Mifflin, PA
Haneul Trac
Reading, PA to Mifflin, PA is 103 miles and takes about 2h 15m via US 322 and I 81, with a fuel budget near $17 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Pennsylvania, moving from the Northeast region to the Northeast region. It's a straightforward drive, primarily on well-maintained highways, making it a practical choice for a single-day journey. Expect a consistent driving experience without significant changes in road type. This route is ideal if you're looking for an efficient way to travel between these two points without much fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
51.5 miles from Reading, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 9m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 322 | 39.7 mi | 49m |
| I 81 | 20.8 mi | 25m |
| Bernville Road | 14.6 mi | 23m |
| William Penn Highway | 12.2 mi | 15m |
| 78th Division Highway | 7.6 mi | 8m |
| US 222 | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| West Shore Bypass | 2 mi | 2m |
| Industrial Park Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Reading, PA and Mifflin, 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
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 81
Take the exit onto US 322
Keep slight right at fork onto US 322
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn straight onto PA 75
Turn right onto SR 3002
Enter roundabout onto PA 35
Continue on PA 35
Turn right onto Parker Street
Turn left onto Juniata Street
Turn left onto Main Street
Arrive at destination
Given the short 2h 15m duration, this trip offers plenty of flexibility. You could easily depart in the morning and arrive by lunchtime, leaving your afternoon open. With a fuel cost estimated at $17, you won't need extensive planning for gas stops, though it's always wise to top off before leaving Reading. The longest continuous stretch is nearly 40 miles on US 322, so plan for a quick stretch break before or after that segment if needed. Consider leaving early to avoid any potential commuter traffic around Reading.
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 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 51.5 miles or 1h 9m 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 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Mifflin, 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 103 miles and 2h 15m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
52 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 51.5 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 59.9 — 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
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
Keep slight left at fork toward I 81 South: Harrisburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
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
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
Regular Gas
$17.08 one way
$34.15 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $18.70 | $37.40 |
| premium | $4.93 | $19.98 | $39.95 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.74 | $45.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36 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 | 30.9 | 0 | $10.82 | $4.94 |
| Efficient EV | 25.8 | 0 | $9.01 | $4.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 41.2 | 0 | $14.42 | $6.59 |
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
3:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
89°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Late night in Mifflin on Sunday
Local time
3:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°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.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 61% of the journey utilizing major roadways. You'll experience a good portion of it on US 322, including a continuous stretch of 39.7 miles. While Bernville Road offers a brief local road introduction, the majority of your time will be spent on faster routes like I 81. The character remains consistent for much of the trip, favoring efficiency over winding scenic byways. It’s a drive where you can settle into a rhythm and cover ground steadily.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 322 and I 81. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in.
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 17 significant decision points across 103 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.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Reading, PA and Mifflin, PA, road signs point toward Strausstown, Lewistown and State College.
Strausstown
Lewistown
State College
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 15m. Total distance: 103 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (61%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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