Origin
Paupack, PA
Morning in Paupack on Wednesday
Local time
6:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Paupack, PA to Reading, PA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
2h 40m
Distance
111.2 mi
179 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 30m
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6 AM
2h 41m
8 AM
3h 2m
10 AM
2h 48m
12 PM
2h 46m
3 PM
2h 49m
5 PM
3h 1m
8 PM
2h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Paupack, PA
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Paupack to Reading covers 111.2 miles of Northeastern Pennsylvania, making for a straightforward journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 40 minutes. Because the total duration is quite manageable, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $18 on fuel, depending on your vehicle's efficiency. The path connects the scenic Northeast region to the heart of the state, utilizing a combination of the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, the Keystone Shortway, and PA 903. Whether you are heading out for business or a quick getaway, this drive offers a balanced pace that avoids the exhaustion of a multi-day trek.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
55.6 miles from Paupack, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 23m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This trip features a mixed profile, alternating between efficient highway stretches and more localized road segments. With a 54% highway share, you will experience a blend of high-speed cruising and slower, more deliberate driving. The longest uninterrupted portion occurs on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, where you will cover a 29.4-mile stretch of consistent driving. You should anticipate the character of the road to shift as you transition from the regional thoroughfares to the major turnpikes. It is a functional drive that requires your attention as the road surface and traffic density fluctuate throughout the 111.2-mile distance.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 50 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension is the longest continuous segment at about 29.4 miles.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,928 ft
253 ft
Total Climb
789 ft
Total Descent
2,100 ft
Highest Point
1,928 ft
~23.8 mi in
Elevation Range
1,675 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
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 31.1 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 30 significant decision points across 111.2 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 31.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 50.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 80 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 30 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
31.1 mi into trip
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~51m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 80 West: Hazleton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 1A
Toward I 80 West: Hazleton
7
50.3 mi into trip
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~1h 17m in
Take the ramp toward PATP South, I 476 South: Allentown
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward PATP South, I 476 South: Allentown
6
80 mi into trip
|
~1h 50m in
Take the exit toward I 78, US 22, PA 309: Allentown, Harrisburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 56
Toward I 78, US 22, PA 309: Allentown, Harrisbu...
7
83.7 mi into trip
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~1h 57m in
Take the exit toward PA 100 South: Trexlertown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 49A
Toward PA 100 South: Trexlertown
7
110.9 mi into trip
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~2h 39m in
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US 422 Business / Franklin Street
Turn left onto US 422 Business / Franklin Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Paupack, PA and Reading, PA, road signs point toward Lake Wallenpaupack, Blakeslee, Patp South and Harrisburg.
Lake Wallenpaupack
9.1 mi in
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~13m
Blakeslee
40.6 mi in
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~1h 2m
Patp South
50.3 mi in
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~1h 17m
Harrisburg
80 mi in
|
~1h 50m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension | 29.4 mi | 32m |
| Keystone Shortway | 9 mi | 10m |
| PA 903 | 7.2 mi | 11m |
| I 380 | 6.7 mi | 7m |
| Allentown Pike | 6 mi | 10m |
| US 222 | 5.9 mi | 7m |
| I 84 | 5.6 mi | 6m |
| Kutztown Road | 5.2 mi | 7m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
— 29.4 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Paupack, PA and Reading, PA.
1
Start on Gumbletown Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Gumbletown Road
2
Turn right onto PA 390
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
PA 390
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
4
Merge onto I 84
5.6 mi
·
6 min
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I 84
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward PA 507: Greentown, Lake Wallenpaupack
6
Turn left onto PA 507
4.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Lake Wallenpaupack Road
7
Continue on PA 191
2.9 mi
·
5 min
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South Sterling Road
8
Turn slight right onto PA 423
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Carlton Road
9
Continue on PA 423
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
Church Street
10
Continue on PA 423
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
State Route 423
11
Turn slight right onto PA 423
4.5 mi
·
8 min
·
Church Street
12
Turn left onto PA 423
452 ft
·
9 sec
·
Main Street
13
Turn right onto PA 423
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Prospect Street
14
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
15
Merge onto I 380
6.7 mi
·
7 min
·
I 380
16
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Exit 1A
Toward I 80 West: Hazleton
17
Merge onto I 80
9.0 mi
·
10 min
·
Keystone Shortway
18
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Toward PA 115: Brodheadsville, Blakeslee
19
Keep slight left at fork
179 ft
·
4 sec
20
Turn left onto PA 115
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
PA 115
21
Turn right onto PA 903
7.2 mi
·
11 min
·
PA 903
Use the straight lane.
22
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward PATP South, I 476 South: Allentown
Use the left lane.
23
Merge onto I 476; PATP
29 mi
·
32 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
24
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
2 min
Exit 56
Toward I 78, US 22, PA 309: Allentown, Harrisburg
25
Merge onto US 22
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Lehigh Valley Thruway
26
Merge onto I 78; US 22
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
William Penn Highway
27
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
Exit 49A
Toward PA 100 South: Trexlertown
Use the slight right lane.
28
Turn straight onto PA 100
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
PA 100
Use the straight / right lanes.
29
Turn right onto Schantz Road
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Schantz Road
30
Enter roundabout onto US 222
21 ft
·
0 sec
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Hamilton Boulevard
31
Continue on US 222
0.6 mi
·
50 sec
·
Hamilton Boulevard
32
Continue on US 222
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Kutztown Road
33
Keep slight left at fork onto US 222
5.9 mi
·
7 min
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US 222
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
34
Enter roundabout onto US 222
110 ft
·
1 sec
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Allentown Pike
35
Continue on US 222
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
Allentown Pike
36
Continue on US 222
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Kutztown Road
37
Continue on US 222
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Allentown Pike
38
Enter roundabout onto US 222
97 ft
·
4 sec
·
Allentown Pike
39
Continue on US 222
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
Allentown Pike
40
Enter roundabout onto US 222
127 ft
·
5 sec
·
Allentown Pike
41
Continue on US 222
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Allentown Pike
Use the straight lane.
42
Continue on US 222
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
Kutztown Road
43
Continue on US 222
0.5 mi
·
47 sec
·
Allentown Pike
44
Continue on US 222 BUS
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Allentown Pike
45
Continue on US 222 BUS
5.0 mi
·
8 min
·
North 5th Street Highway
Use the straight lane.
46
Continue on US 222 BUS
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
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South 5th Street
47
Turn left onto US 422 Business
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Franklin Street
Use the left lane.
48
Turn left onto South 6th Street
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
South 6th Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
49
Turn left onto US 422 Business Alternate
278 ft
·
4 sec
·
Penn Street
50
Arrive at destination
US 422 Business Alternate
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 2 hour and 40 minute travel time, plan for at least one dedicated stop to break up the drive. Since the route is relatively short, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule, though checking for heavy traffic on the turnpike sections is always a smart move. Keep your fuel budget of $18 in mind when planning your fill-ups, as prices can vary between the quieter stretches and the busier turnpike corridors. A helpful tip for this specific route is to familiarize yourself with the transition points between PA 903 and the Keystone Shortway before you head out. By keeping your pace steady and taking that single planned break, you will find the transition between Paupack and Reading to be a smooth and predictable experience.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 55.6 miles from Paupack, PA, or about 1h 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 29.4 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 80 miles or 1h 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 55.6 miles or 1h 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 9m
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 Paupack, 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 Paupack, PA
This is one driving day of about 111.2 miles and 2h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Paupack, 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 Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension for about 29.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 55.6 mi from Paupack, PA · 1h 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
56 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 55.6 miles from Paupack, 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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Reading, PA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.44 one way
$36.87 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
39 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $20.19 | $40.38 |
| premium | $4.93 | $21.57 | $43.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $24.55 | $49.10 |
Estimated Tolls: $3.90
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(29.4 mi)
$3.82
Lehigh Valley Thruway
(1.1 mi)
$0.08
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
$18
Tolls
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 33.4 | 0 | $11.68 | $5.34 |
| Efficient EV | 27.8 | 0 | $9.73 | $4.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 44.5 | 0 | $15.57 | $7.12 |
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 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.
Destination
Reading, PA
Morning in Reading on Wednesday
Local time
6:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Clear
W 5 to 15 mph
33% chance
Live forecast
57°F
Ramapo, NY
56 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
2h 40m 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 Paupack, PA to Reading, PA covers 111.2 miles and takes about 2h 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, Keystone Shortway, PA 903. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 55.6 miles from Paupack, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.44 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 30 significant decision points across 111.2 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 31.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 50.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 80 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Paupack, PA and Reading, PA, road signs point toward Lake Wallenpaupack, Blakeslee, Patp South and Harrisburg.
Gently rolling terrain. The route ranges from 253 ft to 1,928 ft elevation with about 789 ft of total climbing.
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