Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 20m
Distance
52.3 mi
84 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Fair
3 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Harleigh, PA
Haneul Trac
Reading, PA to Harleigh, PA is 52.3 miles and takes about 1 hour 20 minutes via Pottsville Pike and Summer Valley Road, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Pennsylvania, taking you from the Northeast region to the Northeast region. Expect a local driving experience with frequent turns rather than a highway cruise. With a drive time under two hours and no recommended stops, this route is perfect for a spontaneous day trip or a quick connection between these two points. Consider it for its directness and ease of navigation.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 20m. Total distance: 52.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (3%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
This route is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' meaning you'll be navigating a series of local roads and intersections. While it incorporates some highway driving, about 67% of the journey is not on major highways. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 14.4 miles on Pottsville Pike. Be prepared for a dynamic driving experience where you'll frequently adjust speed and direction, typical of local routes connecting smaller communities. This isn't a high-speed interstate journey; it's more about engaging with the local road network.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 222 BUS / North 5th Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 20m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 222 BUS / North 5th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (PA 61 / Centre Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 21.5 miles (PA 895 / Summer Valley Road): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto US 222 BUS / North 5th Street
Navigation decision point
Turn slight left onto PA 61 / Centre Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto PA 895 / Summer Valley Road
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto PA 443 / East Railroad Avenue
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto Silt Court
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pottsville Pike | 14.4 mi | 18m |
| Summer Valley Road | 6.5 mi | 10m |
| South Kennedy Drive | 5.9 mi | 8m |
| Clamtown Road | 5.7 mi | 9m |
| Pine Street | 5.2 mi | 8m |
| Centre Avenue | 3 mi | 4m |
| Mile Hill Road | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Centre Turnpike | 1.7 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Reading, PA and Harleigh, PA.
Start on US 422 Business Alternate
Turn right onto US 222 BUS
Turn slight left onto PA 61
Continue on PA 61
Continue on PA 61
Continue on PA 61
Continue on PA 61
Continue on PA 61
Continue on PA 61
Continue on PA 61
Continue on PA 61
Turn right onto PA 895
Continue on PA 443; PA 895
Turn left onto PA 443
Continue on PA 443
Turn left onto PA 309
Continue on PA 309
Continue on PA 309
Turn left onto PA 309
Continue on PA 309
Continue on PA 309
Turn slight right onto Fishers Hill Avenue
Turn right onto PA 940
Turn right onto Silt Court
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.2 mi from Reading, PA · 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 26.2 miles from Reading, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Harleigh, 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.
Regular Gas
$8.67 one way
$17.34 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $9.50 | $18.99 |
| premium | $4.93 | $10.14 | $20.29 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.55 | $23.09 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.12
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Tolls
$0
Total
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.49 | $2.51 |
| Efficient EV | 13.1 | 0 | $4.58 | $2.09 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.9 | 0 | $7.32 | $3.35 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Reading on Friday
Local time
11:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
89°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Night in Harleigh on Friday
Local time
11:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
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
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.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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