Reading, PA to Saw Creek, PA is 88.4 miles and takes about 2h 17m via PA-33 and US 209, with a fuel budget near $15 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Northeast region of Pennsylvania, offering a generally mixed drive experience. You'll navigate a blend of highway speeds and more local road conditions. With a drive time under three hours, this route is perfect for a single-day excursion, allowing ample time for exploration upon arrival.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
44.2 miles from Reading, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 5m into the drive
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Main Roads
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
Allentown Pike
6 mi
10m
Milford Road
5.4 mi
10m
North 5th Street
5 mi
8m
Schantz Road
3.6 mi
6m
Longest stretch:
PA-33
— 21.2 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Reading, PA and Saw Creek, PA.
1
Start on US 422 Business Alternate
279 ft·8 sec·Penn Street
2
Turn right onto US 222 BUS
5.0 mi·8 min·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·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
18 mi·24 min·Lehigh Valley Thruway
Exit 51Toward US 22 East: Pennsylvania Turnpike, LVI AirportUse the slight right lane.
22
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward PA 33 North: StroudsburgUse the slight right lane.
23
Merge onto PA 33
21 mi·26 min·PA-33
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Keep slight right at fork onto US 209
7.9 mi·11 min·US 209
Toward US 209 North: StroudsburgUse the straight / right lanes.
25
Take the exit onto US 209
3.6 mi·7 min·US 209
Toward US 209 north , PA 447 north: Marshalls Creek
26
Enter roundabout onto US 209
98 ft·3 sec·Marshalls Creek Bypass
27
Continue on US 209
0.8 mi·1 min·Marshalls Creek Bypass
28
Continue on US 209
5.4 mi·10 min·Milford Road
29
Turn left onto Winona Falls Road
2.7 mi·9 min·Winona Falls Road
30
Continue on Decker Road
364 ft·19 sec·Decker Road
31
Turn right onto Woodbridge Drive East
166 ft·14 sec·Woodbridge Drive East
32
Turn left onto Keswick Avenue
0.1 mi·35 sec·Keswick Avenue
33
Turn left onto Crewe Court
366 ft·16 sec·Crewe Court
34
Arrive at destination
Crewe Court
Trip Plan
Given this is a relatively short drive of just over two hours, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience. Aiming for a mid-morning departure will allow you to arrive at Saw Creek with plenty of daylight remaining. With a fuel cost estimated at $15, filling up before you leave Reading is likely sufficient. Keep an eye out for changes in road type as you move from the main highways to US 209; this transition is where most of the route's character shifts.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 44.2 miles from Reading, PA, or about 1h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 21.2 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 19 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.2 miles or 1h 5m 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 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Saw Creek, 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 88.4 miles and 2h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Reading, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on PA-33 for about 21.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 20
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.
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0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|US 222 BUS / North 5th Street
Turn right onto US 222 BUS / North 5th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
22.7 mi into trip|~34m in|Schantz Road
Enter roundabout onto Schantz Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
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...
6
46.1 mi into trip|~1h 8m in
Take the exit toward PA 33 North: Stroudsburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward PA 33 North: Stroudsburg
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67.7 mi into trip|~1h 35m in|US 209
Keep slight right at fork onto US 209 toward US 209 North: Stroudsburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward US 209 North: Stroudsburg
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.66 one way
$29.31 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg31 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$16.05
$32.10
premium
$4.93
$17.14
$34.29
diesel
$5.61
$19.52
$39.04
Estimated Tolls: $1.25
Lehigh Valley Thruway
(17.9 mi)$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
$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: 30.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
26.5
0
$9.28
$4.24
Efficient EV
22.1
0
$7.74
$3.54
EV Truck/SUV
35.4
0
$12.38
$5.66
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (68% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Reading, PA
Morning
in Reading on Sunday
Local time
10:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
89°F
Mostly Sunny
SW 5 to 15 mph3% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 4:45AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 4:42AM EDT by NWS State College PA
Destination
Saw Creek, PA
Morning
in Saw Creek on Sunday
Local time
10:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°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
50 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 17m on the road
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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area
Situated within the most densely populated region of the United States, Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area provides a unique opportunity to experience tranquil landscapes, rich human history,...
5 mi from route
~14 min detour
$10
near mile 88.4
Park Closure: Old Mine Road North Construction Closure Begins April 6, 2026
Park Closure: Dingmans Falls Trail, Road, and Access Closed for Bridge Replacement
The Appalachian Trail is a 2,190+ mile long public footpath that traverses the scenic, wooded, pastoral, wild, and culturally resonant lands of the Appalachian Mountains. Conceived in 1921, built by p...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route presents a mixed drive, with 47% of it on highways. You'll experience stretches of faster travel, including a significant 21.2-mile segment on PA-33. As you transition between highways like PA-33 and Lehigh Valley Thruway to US 209, expect the character of the road to change. This means you'll encounter a variety of driving conditions, from open highway to potentially more winding or local sections as you approach your destination.
47% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
34 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 21.2 mi on PA-33.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
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.
Driving Effort9/10
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 20 significant decision points across 88.4 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Reading, PA to Saw Creek, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Lvi Airport along the way.
Lvi Airport
28.2 mi in|~43m|via US 22
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 17m. Total distance: 88.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (47%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 21.2 miles on PA-33. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.25 in tolls one way, starting with Lehigh Valley Thruway. 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 Saw Creek, 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. 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 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.
Yes — Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area and Appalachian National Scenic Trail. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Saw Creek, PA before heading back.
