Origin
Linntown, PA
Afternoon in Linntown on Friday
Local time
1:17 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Linntown, 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 57m
Distance
88.2 mi
142 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 49m
★
6 AM
1h 58m
8 AM
2h 15m
10 AM
2h 4m
12 PM
2h 2m
3 PM
2h 5m
5 PM
2h 14m
8 PM
1h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Linntown, PA
Michael Taccetta
Trip Overview
The drive from Linntown, PA to Reading, PA covers 88.2 miles and takes about 1h 57m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on State Route 54, Center Avenue, Pottsville Pike for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 11.1 miles on State Route 54. At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.62 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
44.1 miles from Linntown, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 57m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 57m. Total distance: 88.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (17%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 57m drive with frequent turns across 88.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 33 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Route 54 is the longest continuous segment at about 11.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 9.5 miles in.
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 88.2 miles you will encounter 10 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 9.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 11.6 miles (PA 61 / Market Street): Navigation decision point; at 22.9 miles (PA 487): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
9.5 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Take the exit toward PA 61 South: Sunbury
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward PA 61 South: Sunbury
4
11.6 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
PA 61 / Market Street
Turn right onto PA 61 / Market Street
Navigation decision point
4
22.9 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
PA 487
Turn left onto PA 487
Navigation decision point
4
25.3 mi into trip
|
~35m in
|
PA 54 / South Market Street
Turn right onto PA 54 / South Market Street
Navigation decision point
6
88 mi into trip
|
~1h 57m in
|
South 6th Street
Turn left onto South 6th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Route 54 | 11.1 mi | 13m |
| Center Avenue | 10.6 mi | 12m |
| Pottsville Pike | 10.2 mi | 12m |
| State Street | 10 mi | 11m |
| Sunbury Road | 9.4 mi | 11m |
| Westbranch Highway | 8.5 mi | 12m |
| Centre Street | 4.2 mi | 5m |
| Gordon Nagle Trail | 4 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
State Route 54
— 11.1 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Linntown, PA and Reading, PA.
1
Start on PA 45
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
Market Street
2
Turn right onto US 15
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Derr Drive
3
Continue on US 15
8.5 mi
·
12 min
·
Westbranch Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward PA 61 South: Sunbury
5
Continue on PA 61; PA 147
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
PA 61; PA 147
6
Turn right onto PA 61
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Market Street
7
Continue on PA 61
10 mi
·
11 min
·
State Street
8
Turn left onto PA 487
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
PA 487
9
Turn right onto PA 54
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Market Street
10
Continue on PA 54
11 mi
·
13 min
·
State Route 54
11
Continue on PA 901
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
Locust Gap Highway
12
Continue on PA 901
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Fairgrounds Road
13
Continue on PA 901
9.4 mi
·
11 min
·
Sunbury Road
14
Continue on PA 901
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Sunbury Street
15
Turn right onto PA 901
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Pottsville Minersville Highway
16
Turn right onto PA 901
4.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Gordon Nagle Trail
17
Continue on PA 901
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
North Sillyman Street
18
Turn left onto PA 183
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Pottsville Street
19
Turn right onto PA 61
493 ft
·
6 sec
·
Route 61 South
20
Continue on PA 61
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Center Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Continue on PA 61
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Centre Street
22
Continue on PA 61
0.3 mi
·
17 sec
·
South 4th Street
23
Continue on PA 61
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Pottsville Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
24
Continue on PA 61
0.6 mi
·
43 sec
·
Shoemaker Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
25
Continue on PA 61
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Pottsville Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
26
Continue on PA 61
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Centre Avenue
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
27
Continue on PA 61
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Pottsville Pike
Use the straight lane.
28
Continue on PA 61
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Centre Avenue
Use the straight lane.
29
Continue on PA 61
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North 4th Street
30
Turn left onto US 422 Business
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Franklin Street
31
Turn left onto South 6th Street
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
South 6th Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
32
Turn left onto US 422 Business Alternate
278 ft
·
4 sec
·
Penn Street
33
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 44.1 miles from Linntown, PA, or about 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 11.1 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 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.1 miles or 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 1h 39m
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 Linntown, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Linntown, PA
This is one driving day of about 88.2 miles and 1h 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Linntown, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on State Route 54 for about 11.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 44.1 mi from Linntown, PA · 57m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
44 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 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 44.1 miles from Linntown, 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
$14.62 one way
$29.24 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
31 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $16.01 | $32.03 |
| premium | $4.93 | $17.11 | $34.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.47 | $38.95 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
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 | $9.26 | $4.23 |
| Efficient EV | 22.1 | 0 | $7.72 | $3.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 35.3 | 0 | $12.35 | $5.64 |
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.
Destination
Reading, PA
Afternoon in Reading on Friday
Local time
1:17 PM
EDT
Current temp
89°F
Mostly Sunny
SW 5 to 15 mph
3% chance
Live 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
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
43 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 57m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Linntown, PA to Reading, PA covers 88.2 miles and takes about 1h 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Route 54, Center Avenue, Pottsville Pike. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 44.1 miles from Linntown, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.62 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 88.2 miles you will encounter 10 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: at 9.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 11.6 miles (PA 61 / Market Street): Navigation decision point; at 22.9 miles (PA 487): Navigation decision point.
The route from Linntown, PA to Reading, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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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