Origin
Reading, PA
Morning in Reading on Saturday
Local time
7:50 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
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Trip from Reading, PA to Paupack, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 39m
Distance
110.3 mi
177 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 29m
★
6 AM
2h 39m
8 AM
3h 0m
10 AM
2h 46m
12 PM
2h 44m
3 PM
2h 48m
5 PM
2h 59m
8 PM
2h 33m
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
The drive from Reading, PA to Paupack, PA covers 110.3 miles and takes about 2h 39m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North 5th Street, Allentown Pike, Kutztown Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $18.29 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.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
55.1 miles from Reading, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 19m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 39m. Total distance: 110.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 39m drive with frequent turns across 110.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 45 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North 5th Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Reading, PA to Paupack, PA is easy. At 2h 39m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Reading, PA to Paupack, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North 5th Street | — | — |
| Allentown Pike | — | — |
| Kutztown Road | — | — |
| Schantz Road | — | — |
| I 78 East | — | — |
| William Penn Highway | — | — |
| Lehigh Valley Thruway | — | — |
| I 476 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
North 5th Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Reading, PA and Paupack, PA.
1
Start on Penn Street
279 ft
·
9 sec
·
Penn Street
2
Turn right onto North 5th Street
5.0 mi
·
8 min
·
North 5th Street
3
Continue on Allentown Pike
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Allentown Pike
4
Merge slight left onto Kutztown Road
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Kutztown Road
5
Continue on Allentown Pike
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Allentown Pike
6
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Allentown Pike
161 ft
·
7 sec
·
Allentown Pike
7
Exit the roundabout onto Allentown Pike
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
Allentown Pike
8
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Allentown Pike
121 ft
·
5 sec
·
Allentown Pike
9
Exit the roundabout onto Allentown Pike
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Allentown Pike
10
Continue on Kutztown Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Kutztown Road
11
Continue on Allentown Pike
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
Allentown Pike
12
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Kutztown Road
138 ft
·
2 sec
·
Kutztown Road
13
Exit the roundabout onto Kutztown Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Kutztown Road
14
Keep slight left
8.7 mi
·
11 min
15
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Schantz Road
266 ft
·
4 sec
·
Schantz Road
16
Exit the roundabout onto Schantz Road
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Schantz Road
17
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
18
Continue straight
171 ft
·
3 sec
19
Take the ramp slight right toward I 78 East, US 22 East: Allentown
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
I 78 East, US 22 East: Allentown
20
Merge slight left onto William Penn Highway
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
William Penn Highway
21
Keep slight right to continue on Lehigh Valley Thruway
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Lehigh Valley Thruway
22
Take the exit slight right toward PATP, I 476: Philadelphia, Scranton
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
PATP, I 476: Philadelphia, Scranton
23
Keep slight left to continue on I 476 North: Scranton
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
I 476 North: Scranton
24
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
29 mi
·
32 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
25
Take the exit slight right toward PA 903: Jim Thorpe, Lake Harmony
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
PA 903: Jim Thorpe, Lake Harmony
26
Keep slight right to continue on PA 903 North: Lake Harmony
236 ft
·
8 sec
·
PA 903 North: Lake Harmony
27
Turn slight right
7.1 mi
·
10 min
28
At the end of the road, turn left
1.8 mi
·
2 min
29
Take the ramp right
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
30
Merge slight left onto Keystone Shortway
9.0 mi
·
10 min
·
Keystone Shortway
31
Take the exit slight left toward I 380 North, PA 940 Truck East: Scranton
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
I 380 North, PA 940 Truck East: Scranton
32
Continue straight
6.7 mi
·
7 min
33
Take the exit slight right toward 423: Tobyhanna
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
423: Tobyhanna
34
Turn right onto Prospect Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Prospect Street
35
At the end of the road, turn left onto Main Street
453 ft
·
11 sec
·
Main Street
36
Turn right onto Church Street
5.5 mi
·
10 min
·
Church Street
37
Continue on Carlton Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Carlton Road
38
Turn straight onto South Sterling Road
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
South Sterling Road
39
Continue on Main Street
4.0 mi
·
9 min
·
Main Street
40
Take the ramp slight right
0.5 mi
·
1 min
41
Merge slight left
5.4 mi
·
6 min
42
Take the exit slight right toward PA 390: Promised Land , Tafton
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
PA 390: Promised Land , Tafton
43
Turn left onto Fairview Lake Road
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Fairview Lake Road
44
Turn left onto Gumbletown Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Gumbletown Road
45
Arrive at your destination
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 55.1 miles from Reading, PA, or about 1h 19m into the drive.
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 24 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 55.1 miles or 1h 19m 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 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Paupack, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Reading, 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 Reading, PA
This is one driving day of about 110.3 miles and 2h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Reading, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 55.1 mi from Reading, PA · 1h 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
55 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 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 55.1 miles from Reading, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Paupack, PA
The final approach into Paupack, 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 Paupack, 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
$18.29 one way
$36.57 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
39 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $20.03 | $40.06 |
| premium | $4.93 | $21.39 | $42.78 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $24.35 | $48.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.6 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 | 33.1 | 0 | $11.58 | $5.29 |
| Efficient EV | 27.6 | 0 | $9.65 | $4.41 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 44.1 | 0 | $15.44 | $7.06 |
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
Paupack, PA
Morning in Paupack on Saturday
Local time
7:50 AM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
16 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
2h 39m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Reading, PA to Paupack, PA covers 110.3 miles and takes about 2h 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North 5th Street, Allentown Pike, Kutztown Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 55.1 miles from Reading, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.29 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.
The drive from Reading, PA to Paupack, PA is easy. At 2h 39m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Reading, PA to Paupack, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Reading, PA to Paupack, 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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