Origin
Sugar Grove, PA
Morning in Sugar Grove on Tuesday
Local time
11:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sugar Grove, PA to Reading, 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
5h 56m
Distance
274.2 mi
441 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$45
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 44m
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6 AM
5h 57m
8 AM
6h 23m
10 AM
6h 6m
12 PM
6h 3m
3 PM
6h 7m
5 PM
6h 21m
8 PM
5h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sugar Grove, PA
Jill Burrow
Trip Overview
Sugar Grove, PA to Reading, PA is 274.2 miles and takes about 5h 56m via Keystone Shortway and PA 948, with a fuel budget near $45 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Northeast region, primarily traversing Pennsylvania. With a significant portion on surface roads, expect a more relaxed pace compared to interstate travel. This route is well-suited for a single day's drive, offering a straightforward path across the state.
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
137.1 miles from Sugar Grove, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 12m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Keystone Shortway | 112.7 mi | 2h 1m |
| PA 948 | 23.8 mi | 35m |
| Jackson Run Road | 12.5 mi | 18m |
| Boot Jack Road | 11.2 mi | 16m |
| State Route 54 | 11.1 mi | 13m |
| Center Avenue | 10.6 mi | 12m |
| Pottsville Pike | 10.2 mi | 12m |
| Elysburg Road | 9.7 mi | 11m |
Longest stretch:
Keystone Shortway
— 112.7 mi, about 2h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sugar Grove, PA and Reading, PA.
1
Start on PA 957
243 ft
·
4 sec
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Race Street
2
Continue on PA 957
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
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Main Street
3
Turn left onto PA 69
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
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Mechanic Street
4
Continue on PA 69
3.6 mi
·
5 min
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Jackson Run Road
5
Continue on PA 69
0.2 mi
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23 sec
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Main Street
6
Continue on PA 69
8.8 mi
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12 min
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Jackson Run Road
7
Turn right onto US 62
2.1 mi
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2 min
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Market Street
8
Turn right onto US 62
0.2 mi
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23 sec
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West 4th Avenue
9
Turn left onto Hickory Street
0.2 mi
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23 sec
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Hickory Street
10
Continue on Hickory Bridge
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
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Hickory Bridge
11
Turn left onto Crescent Park
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
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Crescent Park
Use the left lane.
12
Turn left onto US 6
1.8 mi
·
3 min
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Crescent Park
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
13
Continue on US 6
0.2 mi
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35 sec
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Main Street
Use the straight lane.
14
Continue on US 6
2.9 mi
·
4 min
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Grand Army of the Republic Highway
Use the straight lane.
15
Continue on US 6
1.4 mi
·
2 min
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North Main Street
16
Continue on US 6
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
17
Continue on US 6
1.1 mi
·
2 min
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West Main Street
18
Take the exit
265 ft
·
9 sec
Toward PA 666 West
19
Merge onto PA 666
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
South Main Street
20
Continue on PA 948
8.5 mi
·
12 min
·
PA 948
21
At end of road, turn left onto PA 66
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
PA 66
22
Turn right onto PA 948
15 mi
·
22 min
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PA 948
23
Turn left onto PA 948
1.0 mi
·
2 min
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West Main Street
24
Continue on US 219; PA 948
11 mi
·
16 min
·
Boot Jack Road
25
Turn left onto PA 153
3.7 mi
·
6 min
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Penfield Road
26
Continue on PA 153
5.0 mi
·
8 min
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Hoovertown Road
27
Continue on PA 153
8.1 mi
·
14 min
·
State Park Road
28
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
29
Merge onto I 80
113 mi
·
2 hr 1 min
·
Keystone Shortway
30
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward PA 54: Danville, Washingtonville
31
Turn slight left
79 ft
·
2 sec
32
Turn right onto PA 54
2.9 mi
·
3 min
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Continental Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
33
Continue on PA 54
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Factory Street
34
Continue on PA 54
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
Danville-Riverside Bridge Road
35
Turn left onto PA 54
9.7 mi
·
11 min
·
Elysburg Road
Use the left lane.
36
Continue on PA 54
11 mi
·
13 min
·
State Route 54
37
Continue on PA 901
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
Locust Gap Highway
38
Continue on PA 901
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Fairgrounds Road
39
Continue on PA 901
9.4 mi
·
11 min
·
Sunbury Road
40
Continue on PA 901
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Sunbury Street
41
Turn right onto PA 901
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Pottsville Minersville Highway
42
Turn right onto PA 901
4.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Gordon Nagle Trail
43
Continue on PA 901
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
North Sillyman Street
44
Turn left onto PA 183
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Pottsville Street
45
Turn right onto PA 61
493 ft
·
6 sec
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Route 61 South
46
Continue on PA 61
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Center Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
47
Continue on PA 61
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Centre Street
48
Continue on PA 61
0.3 mi
·
17 sec
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South 4th Street
49
Continue on PA 61
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Pottsville Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
50
Continue on PA 61
0.6 mi
·
43 sec
·
Shoemaker Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
51
Continue on PA 61
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Pottsville Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
52
Continue on PA 61
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Centre Avenue
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
53
Continue on PA 61
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Pottsville Pike
Use the straight lane.
54
Continue on PA 61
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Centre Avenue
Use the straight lane.
55
Continue on PA 61
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North 4th Street
56
Turn left onto US 422 Business
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Franklin Street
57
Turn left onto South 6th Street
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
South 6th Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
58
Turn left onto US 422 Business Alternate
278 ft
·
4 sec
·
Penn Street
59
Arrive at destination
US 422 Business Alternate
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 5h 56m drive, consider an early morning departure to maximize daylight. With only one recommended stop, you can choose when and where to take a break, perhaps around the halfway point. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially as you move onto surface roads where stations might be less frequent. The longest stretch without a significant change in road type is 112.7 miles on the Keystone Shortway, so plan accordingly for that segment.
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 137.1 miles from Sugar Grove, PA, or about 3h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 112.7 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 60 miles or 1h 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 137.1 miles or 3h 12m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Reading, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Sugar Grove, 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 Sugar Grove, PA
This is one driving day of about 274.2 miles and 5h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 60 miles from Sugar Grove, 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 Keystone Shortway for about 112.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
137 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 60 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 137.1 miles from Sugar Grove, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Keystone Shortway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 112.7 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 235 decision points cluster between mile 15.5 and 274 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
15.5 mi into trip
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~22m in
|
Hickory Street
Turn left onto Hickory Street
Navigation decision point
6
15.8 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
Crescent Park
Turn left onto Crescent Park
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
199.4 mi into trip
|
~4h 19m in
Take the exit toward PA 54: Danville, Washingtonville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward PA 54: Danville, Washingtonville
5
199.6 mi into trip
|
~4h 19m in
|
PA 54 / Continental Boulevard
Turn right onto PA 54 / Continental Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
274 mi into trip
|
~5h 56m in
|
South 6th Street
Turn left onto South 6th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$45.46 one way
$90.92 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
96 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $49.79 | $99.58 |
| premium | $4.93 | $53.18 | $106.36 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $60.54 | $121.08 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$45
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$70–$95
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 95.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 82.3 | 1 | $28.79 | $13.16 |
| Efficient EV | 68.6 | 0 | $23.99 | $10.97 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 109.7 | 1 | $38.39 | $17.55 |
Gas CO2
96 kg
EV CO2
32 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Reading, PA
Morning in Reading on Tuesday
Local time
11:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°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
16 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
5h 56m 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 236.4
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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is mostly surface roads, with only about 14% on highways. You'll encounter a long stretch of 112.7 miles on the Keystone Shortway before transitioning to PA 948 and Jackson Run Road. Expect more rural cruising and fewer exits once you leave the main highway. The profile suggests a drive that is less about speed and more about steady progress.
Only 14% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
59 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 112.7 mi on Keystone Shortway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 23 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 15.5 miles in near Hickory Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 274.2 miles you will encounter 23 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 15.5 miles (Hickory Street): Navigation decision point; at 15.8 miles (Crescent Park): Lane positioning matters here; at 199.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,889 ft
253 ft
Total Climb
1,526 ft
Total Descent
2,668 ft
Highest Point
1,889 ft
~39.2 mi in
Elevation Range
1,637 ft
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.
On the drive from Sugar Grove, PA to Reading, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Washingtonville along the way.
Washingtonville
199.4 mi in
|
~4h 19m
About the Cities
Arriving 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 5h 56m. Total distance: 274.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (14%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 112.7 miles on Keystone Shortway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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.
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 15.5 miles (Hickory Street): Navigation decision point; at 15.8 miles (Crescent Park): Lane positioning matters here; at 199.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Appalachian National Scenic Trail. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.9 hours each way, a round trip means 11.9 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Reading, PA before the return drive.
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, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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