Reading, PA to Westfield, PA is 187.5 miles and takes about 4h 5m via US 15 and Pottsville Pike, with a fuel budget near $31 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Pennsylvania, moving from the Northeast region to the Northeast region. Expect a mixed drive that's manageable for a single day, offering a straightforward connection between these two points. The route is largely on main roads, making it a practical choice for efficient travel without extensive detours. If you're looking for a direct path with minimal complications, this journey fits the bill.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
93.7 miles from Reading, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 57m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 15
44.2 mi
49m
PA 249
15.3 mi
24m
Pottsville Pike
14.4 mi
18m
Keystone Shortway
13.2 mi
14m
US Highway 15
11.7 mi
16m
Locust Gap Highway
11.5 mi
13m
Centre Turnpike
10.6 mi
12m
South Market Street
9.7 mi
11m
Longest stretch:
US 15
— 44.2 mi, about 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Reading, PA and Westfield, PA.
1
Start on US 422 Business Alternate
279 ft·8 sec·Penn Street
2
Turn right onto US 222 BUS
0.5 mi·55 sec·North 5th Street
3
Turn slight left onto PA 61
3.0 mi·4 min·Centre Avenue
Use the left lane.
4
Continue on PA 61
4.7 mi·6 min·Pottsville Pike
Use the straight lane.
5
Continue on PA 61
1.0 mi·1 min·South Centre Avenue
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on PA 61
3.2 mi·3 min·Pottsville Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Continue on PA 61
0.6 mi·43 sec·Shoemaker Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Continue on PA 61
2.3 mi·2 min·Pottsville Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Continue on PA 61
0.3 mi·19 sec·South 4th Street
10
Continue on PA 61
4.2 mi·5 min·Pottsville Pike
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on PA 61
11 mi·12 min·Centre Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
12
Continue on PA 61
3.0 mi·3 min·Route 61 South
13
Continue on PA 61
0.3 mi·18 sec·Pottsville Boulevard
14
Continue on PA 61
0.2 mi·20 sec·South Claude A. Lord Boulevard
15
Turn left onto US 209
0.1 mi·10 sec·Mauch Chunk Street
16
At end of road, turn right onto US 209
0.4 mi·38 sec·South Centre Street
17
Turn left onto US 209
2.3 mi·4 min·West Market Street
18
Continue on US 209; PA 901
1.8 mi·2 min·Pottsville Minersville Highway
Use the straight lane.
19
At end of road, turn left onto PA 901
0.8 mi·1 min·East Sunbury Street
20
Continue on PA 901
9.4 mi·11 min·Sunbury Road
21
Continue on PA 901
2.2 mi·2 min·Fairgrounds Road
22
Continue on PA 901
0.3 mi·43 sec·Locust Gap Highway
23
Continue on PA 54; PA 901
11 mi·13 min·Locust Gap Highway
24
Continue on PA 54
9.7 mi·11 min·South Market Street
25
Turn right onto PA 54
0.3 mi·45 sec·Danville-Riverside Bridge Road
Use the right lane.
26
Continue on PA 54
0.1 mi·19 sec·Factory Street
Use the straight lane.
27
Continue on PA 54
3.0 mi·3 min·Continental Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
28
Take the exit
0.4 mi·52 sec
29
Merge onto I 80
13 mi·14 min·Keystone Shortway
30
Take the exit
0.3 mi·38 sec
Exit 210A-BToward US 15: Lewisburg, WilliamsportUse the slight right lane.
31
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·40 sec
Exit 210BToward US 15 North: Williamsport
32
Merge onto US 15
2.6 mi·3 min·Westbranch Highway
33
Continue on US 15
12 mi·16 min·US Highway 15
Use the straight lane.
34
Continue on US 15
1.1 mi·1 min·Montgomery Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
35
Continue on US 15
0.6 mi·1 min·Hastings Street
36
Continue on US 15
0.4 mi·58 sec·Market Street
Use the left lane.
37
Take the exit onto US 15
0.2 mi·31 sec·US 15
Use the left lane.
38
Merge onto I 180; US 15; US 220
1.6 mi·2 min·Susquehanna Beltway
39
Keep slight right at fork onto US 15
44 mi·49 min·US 15
Exit 29Toward US 15 North: MansfieldUse the straight / slight right lanes.
40
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 179Toward PA 660 West, US 15 Business: Covington, Canoe CampUse the slight right lane.
41
Turn left onto US 15 BUS; PA 660
1.3 mi·2 min·South Main Street
Use the straight lane.
42
Turn right onto PA 660
6.1 mi·8 min·North Elk Run Road
43
Continue on Charleston Road
2.9 mi·4 min·Charleston Road
44
Turn slight right onto SR 4035
5.1 mi·8 min·Catlin Hollow Road
45
At end of road, turn right onto PA 287
1.0 mi·1 min·Route 287
46
Turn left onto PA 249
15 mi·24 min·PA 249
47
At end of road, turn left onto PA 49
3.2 mi·6 min·PA 49
48
Turn left onto PA 349
89 ft·1 sec·Church Street
49
Arrive at destination
PA 349
Trip Plan
Given the 4h 5m duration, this drive is well-suited for a single day, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. Consider leaving mid-morning to avoid peak rush hour in Reading and to ensure you have ample daylight upon arrival in Westfield. The longest stretch without a major turn is 44.2 miles on US 15, so plan your fuel stops accordingly before you begin that segment. With only one recommended stop, you can choose to make it a brief refuel or a quick stretch break. The $31 fuel cost estimate suggests that keeping an eye on gas prices along US 15 could be beneficial.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 93.7 miles from Reading, PA, or about 1h 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 44.2 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 41 miles or 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 93.7 miles or 1h 57m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Westfield, 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 187.5 miles and 4h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 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 US 15 for about 44.2 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 22
5 decision points cluster between mile 89.1 and 152.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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89.1 mi into trip|~1h 50m in
Take the exit toward US 15: Lewisburg, Williamsport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 210A-B
Toward US 15: Lewisburg, Williamsport
6
89.4 mi into trip|~1h 51m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 15 North: Williamsport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 210B
Toward US 15 North: Williamsport
6
106.2 mi into trip|~2h 16m in|US 15
Take the exit onto US 15
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
108.1 mi into trip|~2h 19m in|US 15
Keep slight right at fork onto US 15 toward US 15 North: Mansfield
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 29
Toward US 15 North: Mansfield
8
152.1 mi into trip|~3h 8m in
Take the exit toward PA 660 West, US 15 Business: Covington, Canoe Camp
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 179
Toward PA 660 West, US 15 Business: Covington,...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$31.09 one way
$62.17 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg66 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$34.05
$68.09
premium
$4.93
$36.36
$72.73
diesel
$5.61
$41.40
$82.80
Estimated Tolls: $0.74
Centre Turnpike
(10.6 mi)$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
$31
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 65.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
56.3
0
$19.69
$9.00
Efficient EV
46.9
0
$16.41
$7.50
EV Truck/SUV
75
0
$26.25
$12.00
Gas CO2
66 kg
EV CO2
22 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.
Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026
Origin
Reading, PA
Late night
in Reading on Sunday
Local time
3:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Partly Sunny
SE 5 to 10 mph2% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Westfield, PA
Late night
in Westfield on Sunday
Local time
3:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
41°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
34 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
4h 5m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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.
Appalachian National Scenic Trail
National Scenic Trail
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...
21 mi from route
~54 min detour
Free
near mile 38.8
Park Closure: List of trail closures post-Hurricane Helene
Caution: Black Bears Frequenting the McAfee Knob Area in Virginia
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route offers a mixed drive experience, with 48% of it on highways. You'll encounter some faster-paced sections, particularly on US 15, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 44.2 miles. As you progress, the road character will shift, moving from potentially more urban or suburban approaches near Reading to more rural landscapes. The inclusion of roads like Pottsville Pike suggests you'll experience a variety of driving conditions, from wider thoroughfares to potentially narrower or more winding segments. Be prepared for a dynamic drive that isn't solely highway or solely rural backroads.
48% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
49 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 44.2 mi on US 15.
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 89.1 miles in.
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 22 significant decision points across 187.5 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 89.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 89.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 106.2 miles (US 15): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Westfield, PA, road signs point toward Williamsport and Canoe Camp.
Williamsport
89.1 mi in|~1h 50m
Canoe Camp
152.1 mi in|~3h 8m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 5m. Total distance: 187.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 44.2 miles on US 15. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.74 in tolls one way, starting with Centre 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.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 Westfield, 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 89.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 89.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 106.2 miles (US 15): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Appalachian National Scenic Trail. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Westfield, PA, but most travelers stay overnight.
