Origin
Marietta, PA
Afternoon in Marietta on Thursday
Local time
12:14 PM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Marietta, PA to Reading, PA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 3m
Distance
45 mi
72 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 58m
★
6 AM
1h 3m
8 AM
1h 13m
10 AM
1h 7m
12 PM
1h 6m
3 PM
1h 7m
5 PM
1h 13m
8 PM
1h 0m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Marietta, PA
Haneul Trac
Trip Overview
The drive from Marietta, PA to Reading, PA covers 45 miles and takes about 1h 3m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 222, US 30, US 222 BUS for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 23.7 miles on US 222. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.46 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 3m. Total distance: 45 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 3m highway drive covering 45 miles, with most of the trip on US 222 and US 30. The longest continuous stretch is about 23.7 miles on US 222.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 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 23.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 222 and US 30. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near PA 441 / River Road.
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 45 miles you will encounter 11 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 0.4 miles (PA 441 / River Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.6 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 39.4 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 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
PA 441 / River Road
Turn right onto PA 441 / River Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
3.6 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Turn right toward US 30 East: Lancaster
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Toward US 30 East: Lancaster
7
39.4 mi into trip
|
~52m 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
44.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m 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
44.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m 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 Marietta, PA to Reading, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Shillington along the way.
Shillington
39.4 mi in
|
~52m
|
via US 222 BUS
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 222 | 23.7 mi | 29m |
| US 30 | 12.1 mi | 16m |
| US 222 BUS | 4.9 mi | 8m |
| Chickies Hill Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| River Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| South 5th Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| North Waterford Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| North 3rd Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 222
— 23.7 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Marietta, PA and Reading, PA.
1
Start on South New Haven Street
319 ft
·
16 sec
·
South New Haven Street
2
Turn right onto North Waterford Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Waterford Avenue
3
Turn right onto PA 441
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
River Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Continue on PA 441
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Chickies Hill Road
5
Continue on PA 441
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
North 3rd Street
6
Turn right onto Cedar Street
477 ft
·
20 sec
·
Cedar Street
7
Take the ramp
261 ft
·
8 sec
Toward US 30 East: Lancaster
8
Turn right
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
Toward US 30 East: Lancaster
9
Merge onto US 30
12 mi
·
16 min
·
US 30
10
Take the exit onto US 222
20 mi
·
23 min
·
US 222
Toward US 222 North: Reading
11
Continue on US 222
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
US 222
12
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.
13
Turn left onto US 222 BUS
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
South 5th Street
Use the left lane.
14
Turn right onto US 422 Business
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Franklin Street
15
Turn left onto South 6th Street
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
South 6th Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
16
Turn left onto US 422 Business Alternate
278 ft
·
4 sec
·
Penn Street
17
Arrive at destination
US 422 Business Alternate
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 22.5 mi from Marietta, PA · 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.5 miles from Marietta, 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
$7.46 one way
$14.92 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $8.17 | $16.34 |
| premium | $4.93 | $8.73 | $17.45 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.94 | $19.87 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.5 | 0 | $4.73 | $2.16 |
| Efficient EV | 11.3 | 0 | $3.94 | $1.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18 | 0 | $6.30 | $2.88 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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 Thursday
Local time
12:14 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy
SW 5 to 15 mph
27% chance
Live forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 7:07PM EDT until April 14 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 6:48PM EDT until April 14 at 7:15PM EDT by NWS State College PA
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
6 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
1h 3m 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 Marietta, PA to Reading, PA covers 45 miles and takes about 1h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 222, US 30, US 222 BUS. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 22.5 miles from Marietta, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.46 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 45 miles you will encounter 11 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 0.4 miles (PA 441 / River Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.6 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 39.4 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 Marietta, PA to Reading, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Shillington along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Appalachian National Scenic Trail and Valley Forge National Historical Park.
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