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Drive Time
4h 51m
Distance
247.3 mi
398 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$41
one way
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Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fairchance, PA
Haneul Trac
This 247.3-mile drive from Reading, PA to Fairchance, PA is designed for efficiency, taking approximately 4 hours and 51 minutes. With 89% of the journey on highways, it's a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in a single day. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $41, making it an economical option. You'll spend the majority of your time on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, with a considerable uninterrupted stretch of 196.9 miles, so plan your breaks accordingly. This highway-focused route is ideal if you're looking to get from point A to point B with minimal fuss within the Northeast region.
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
123.7 miles from Reading, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 22m into the drive .
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Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with 89% of the drive utilizing major roadways. The Pennsylvania Turnpike will be your main companion for a significant portion, offering a consistent pace for 196.9 miles. While the bulk of the journey is on high-speed roads, you'll also encounter segments on US 222 and University Drive, which may offer a slight change of pace before rejoining faster routes. This isn't a winding, scenic byway; it's a practical path engineered for covering distance efficiently, with a focus on steady progress.
Gently rolling terrain
Total Climb
2,475 ft
Total Descent
1,623 ft
Highest Point
2,215 ft
~194.3 mi in
Elevation Range
1,963 ft
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and US 222. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 13.1 miles in.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 247.3 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 13.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.7 miles (Colonel Howard Boulevard): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Take the exit toward I 76, PATP, PA 272: PA Turnpike, Denver
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork onto Colonel Howard Boulevard toward I 76, PATP
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward I 76 Toll West: Harrisburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Merge onto I 76; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward PA 31, PA 711: Ligonier, Uniontown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Reading, PA and Fairchance, PA, road signs point toward Patp, Denver and Uniontown.
Patp
Denver
Uniontown
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 196.9 mi | 3h 35m |
| US 222 | 9.8 mi | 12m |
| University Drive | 8.9 mi | 10m |
| PA 982 | 8 mi | 13m |
| State Route 31 | 6 mi | 9m |
| Memorial Boulevard | 4 mi | 4m |
| Penn Avenue | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Georges Fairchance Road | 2.3 mi | 4m |
Step-by-step road directions between Reading, PA and Fairchance, PA.
Start on US 422 Business Alternate
Continue on US 422 Business Alternate
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 222
Take the exit
Turn left onto Colonel Howard Boulevard
Keep slight left at fork onto Colonel Howard Boulevard
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 76; PATP
Take the exit
Turn right onto PA 31
Continue on PA 31
Turn left onto PA 982
Turn left onto US 119
Turn straight onto US 119
Merge onto US 119
Turn slight right onto US 119
Take the exit
Turn left onto PA 51
Continue on PA 51
Continue on PA 51
Continue on Morgantown Road
Turn left onto PA 857
Continue on PA 857
Arrive at destination
Given the 4 hour and 51 minute duration, starting your trip in the morning is advisable to avoid late-day fatigue. With only one recommended stop and a long 196.9-mile stretch on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, be sure to fuel up and take a break before embarking on that segment. The $41 fuel cost is a good estimate, but keep an eye on gas prices as you travel. Since this is a single-day trip, you have flexibility; however, planning your single stop strategically for both rest and fuel will maximize your comfort on this largely highway-centric drive from Reading to Fairchance.
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.
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 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 123.7 miles or 2h 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 48m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fairchance, PA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Reading, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Reading, PA
This is one driving day of about 247.3 miles and 4h 51m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 123.7 mi from Reading, PA · 2h 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
124 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 123.7 miles from Reading, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Pennsylvania Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 196.9 miles.
The final approach into Fairchance, 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 Fairchance, PA.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$40.92 one way
$81.84 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $44.78 | $89.55 |
| premium | $4.92 | $47.92 | $95.84 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $54.94 | $109.88 |
Estimated Tolls: $25.60
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
$41
Tolls
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$92–$117
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 86.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 74.2 | 0 | $25.97 | $11.87 |
| Efficient EV | 61.8 | 0 | $21.64 | $9.89 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 98.9 | 1 | $34.62 | $15.83 |
Gas CO2
87 kg
EV CO2
29 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Reading on Wednesday
Local time
8:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Destination
Morning in Fairchance on Wednesday
Local time
8:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
57°F
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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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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