Origin
Bellevue, PA
Afternoon in Bellevue on Friday
Local time
4:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bellevue, PA to Reading, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 37m
Distance
65.4 mi
105 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 30m
★
6 AM
1h 37m
8 AM
1h 52m
10 AM
1h 42m
12 PM
1h 41m
3 PM
1h 43m
5 PM
1h 51m
8 PM
1h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bellevue, PA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Bellevue, PA to Reading, PA covers 65.4 miles and takes about 1h 37m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 222, Holtwood Road, Lancaster Pike for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 22.8 miles on US 222. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.84 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
32.7 miles from Bellevue, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 52m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 37m. Total distance: 65.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (45%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
The drive from Bellevue, PA to Reading, PA covers 65.4 miles and takes about 1h 37m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 222 is the longest continuous segment at about 22.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 18 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Miller Road.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 65.4 miles you will encounter 18 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: near the start (Miller Road): Navigation decision point; at 4.7 miles (PA 74 / Delta Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 59.8 miles (US 222 BUS): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Miller Road
Turn left onto Miller Road
Navigation decision point
4
4.7 mi into trip
|
~9m in
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PA 74 / Delta Road
Enter roundabout onto PA 74 / Delta Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
7
59.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 26m in
|
US 222 BUS
Take the exit onto US 222 BUS toward US 222 Business: Lancaster Avenue, Shillington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 222 Business: Lancaster Avenue, Shill...
5
64.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 35m in
|
US 222 BUS / South 5th Street
Turn left onto US 222 BUS / South 5th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
65.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 36m in
|
South 6th Street
Turn left onto South 6th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
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 Bellevue, PA to Reading, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Shillington along the way.
Shillington
59.8 mi in
|
~1h 26m
|
via US 222 BUS
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 222 | 22.8 mi | 27m |
| Holtwood Road | 9.6 mi | 13m |
| Lancaster Pike | 5.4 mi | 8m |
| US 222 BUS | 4.9 mi | 8m |
| Lampeter Road | 4.6 mi | 8m |
| Delta Road | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| Bryansville Road | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| East Penn Grant Road | 2.1 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
US 222
— 22.8 mi, about 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bellevue, PA and Reading, PA.
1
Start on Gemmill Road
51 ft
·
7 sec
·
Gemmill Road
2
Turn left onto Miller Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Miller Road
3
Turn left onto PA 851
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Bryansville Road
4
Enter roundabout onto PA 74
235 ft
·
4 sec
·
Delta Road
5
Continue on PA 74
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Delta Road
6
Continue on PA 74
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
Delta Bypass
7
At end of road, turn left onto PA 74
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Delta Road
8
Turn right onto PA 372
9.6 mi
·
13 min
·
Holtwood Road
9
Turn left onto Lancaster Pike
5.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Lancaster Pike
10
Keep slight right at fork onto PA 272
0.4 mi
·
30 sec
·
Lancaster Pike
11
Continue on PA 272
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Willow Street Pike
12
Turn right onto East Penn Grant Road
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
East Penn Grant Road
13
Continue on Lampeter Road
4.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Lampeter Road
14
Continue on Pitney Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Pitney Road
15
Turn right onto Hempstead Road
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
Hempstead Road
16
Turn right onto Greenfield Road
396 ft
·
7 sec
·
Greenfield Road
17
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward US 30 West
18
Merge onto US 30
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
US 30
19
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
Toward US 222 North: Reading
20
Continue on US 222
19 mi
·
21 min
·
US 222
21
Continue on US 222
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
US 222
22
Take the exit onto US 222 BUS
4.9 mi
·
8 min
·
US 222 BUS
Toward US 222 Business: Lancaster Avenue, Shillington
Use the slight right lane.
23
Turn left onto US 222 BUS
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
South 5th Street
Use the left lane.
24
Turn right onto US 422 Business
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Franklin Street
25
Turn left onto South 6th Street
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
South 6th Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
26
Turn left onto US 422 Business Alternate
278 ft
·
4 sec
·
Penn Street
27
Arrive at destination
US 422 Business Alternate
Trip Plan
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 32.7 miles from Bellevue, PA, or about 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 22.8 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 14 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 32.7 miles or 52m 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 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Reading, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Bellevue, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bellevue, PA
This is one driving day of about 65.4 miles and 1h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 14 miles from Bellevue, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 222 for about 22.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 32.7 mi from Bellevue, PA · 52m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.7 miles from Bellevue, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Reading, PA
The final approach into Reading, PA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.84 one way
$21.68 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $11.87 | $23.75 |
| premium | $4.93 | $12.68 | $25.37 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.44 | $28.88 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.6 | 0 | $6.87 | $3.14 |
| Efficient EV | 16.4 | 0 | $5.72 | $2.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.2 | 0 | $9.16 | $4.19 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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.
Destination
Reading, PA
Afternoon in Reading on Friday
Local time
4:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
46°F
Lancaster, PA
33 mi in
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
10 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 37m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Bellevue, PA to Reading, PA covers 65.4 miles and takes about 1h 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 222, Holtwood Road, Lancaster Pike. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 32.7 miles from Bellevue, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.84 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 65.4 miles you will encounter 18 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Miller Road): Navigation decision point; at 4.7 miles (PA 74 / Delta Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 59.8 miles (US 222 BUS): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Bellevue, PA to Reading, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Shillington along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh 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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