Origin
Reading, PA
Evening in Reading on Sunday
Local time
6:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Reading, PA to Point Marion, PA
Drive Time
5h 4m
Distance
258.4 mi
416 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$43
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 51m
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6 AM
5h 5m
8 AM
5h 32m
10 AM
5h 14m
12 PM
5h 12m
3 PM
5h 16m
5 PM
5h 31m
8 PM
4h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Point Marion, PA
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
Traveling from Reading to Point Marion covers 258.4 miles and typically takes about 5 hours and 4 minutes. Because this is a highway-focused drive, it works perfectly as a straightforward day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $43 for fuel to complete the journey. The route primarily utilizes the Pennsylvania Turnpike, US 222, and University Drive to navigate across the state. Whether you are heading west for business or a visit, the trip is manageable in a single stretch, though planning for one stop will help keep you fresh behind the wheel.
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
129.2 miles from Reading, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 28m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a trip dominated by high-speed travel, as 87% of this route consists of highway driving. You will spend the bulk of your time on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, which accounts for a significant 196.9-mile uninterrupted stretch. This segment provides a consistent, efficient pace that characterizes the majority of the drive. As you transition off the main turnpike onto local roads like University Drive, the personality of the road shifts from a fast-paced interstate grind to more varied driving conditions. Prepare for a focused experience that prioritizes speed and efficiency over winding, technical backroads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Pennsylvania Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 196.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and University Drive. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.3 miles in near US 222.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 258.4 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 3.3 miles (US 222): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; 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.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
3.3 mi into trip
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~6m in
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US 222
Merge onto US 222
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
13.1 mi into trip
|
~18m in
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
Toward I 76, PATP, PA 272: PA Turnpike, Denver
6
13.7 mi into trip
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~20m in
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Colonel Howard Boulevard
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
Toward I 76, PATP
7
211.8 mi into trip
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~3h 58m in
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
Use the slight right lane.
Toward PA 31, PA 711: Ligonier, Uniontown
6
244.3 mi into trip
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~4h 44m in
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US 119 / Mon/Fayette Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 119 / Mon/Fayette Expressway toward US 119 South, PA 43: Mon/Fayette Expressway, Point Marion, Morgantown WV
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 119 South, PA 43: Mon/Fayette Express...
Towns Along This Route
Between Reading, PA and Point Marion, PA, road signs point toward Patp, Denver, Uniontown and Morgantown.
Patp
13.1 mi in
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~18m
Denver
13.1 mi in
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~18m
Uniontown
211.8 mi in
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~3h 58m
Morgantown
244.3 mi in
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~4h 44m
|
via US 119
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 196.9 mi | 3h 35m |
| University Drive | 13 mi | 15m |
| US 222 | 9.8 mi | 12m |
| Morgantown Road | 8.7 mi | 13m |
| PA 982 | 8 mi | 13m |
| State Route 31 | 6 mi | 9m |
| Memorial Boulevard | 4 mi | 4m |
| Mon/Fayette Expressway | 3.9 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 196.9 mi, about 3h 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Reading, PA and Point Marion, PA.
1
Start on US 422 Business Alternate
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
Penn Street
2
Continue on US 422 Business Alternate
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Penn Avenue
Use the none lane.
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
4
Merge onto US 222
9.8 mi
·
12 min
·
US 222
Use the none lane.
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
Toward I 76, PATP, PA 272: PA Turnpike, Denver
6
Turn left onto Colonel Howard Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
Colonel Howard Boulevard
7
Keep slight left at fork onto Colonel Howard Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Colonel Howard Boulevard
Toward I 76, PATP
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 76 Toll West: Harrisburg
9
Merge onto I 76; PATP
197 mi
·
3 hr 35 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the none lane.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
1 min
Toward PA 31, PA 711: Ligonier, Uniontown
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn right onto PA 31
6.0 mi
·
9 min
·
State Route 31
12
Continue on PA 31
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Three Mile Hill
13
Turn left onto PA 982
8.0 mi
·
13 min
·
PA 982
14
Turn left onto US 119
4.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Memorial Boulevard
15
Turn straight onto US 119
0.6 mi
·
39 sec
·
Blackstone Road
16
Merge onto US 119
0.5 mi
·
33 sec
·
Morrell Avenue
17
Turn slight right onto US 119
13 mi
·
15 min
·
University Drive
Use the none lane.
18
Keep slight right at fork onto US 119
3.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Mon/Fayette Expressway
Toward US 119 South, PA 43: Mon/Fayette Expressway, Point Marion, Morgantown WV
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward Fairchance, Smithfield
20
Turn right onto Big Six Road
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Big Six Road
21
At end of road, turn left onto US 119
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Morgantown Road
22
Continue on US 119
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Morgantown Street
23
Continue on US 119
7.3 mi
·
10 min
·
Morgantown Road
24
Turn left onto US 119
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
Penn Street
25
Arrive at destination
US 119
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 5-hour drive, try to depart early in the morning to avoid peak congestion on the turnpike. Since the route is a single-day commitment, scheduling one substantial stop around the midway point is essential to break up the longest 196.9-mile highway stretch. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge throughout the turnpike portion, as service plazas are the most reliable spots to refuel without diverting from your path. Flexibility is a key advantage of this trip, so don't hesitate to adjust your departure time based on real-time traffic reports to ensure you stay as close to that 5-hour duration as possible.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 129.2 miles from Reading, PA, or about 2h 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 196.9 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 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 129.2 miles or 2h 28m 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 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Point Marion, 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 258.4 miles and 5h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 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.
The longest stretch is on Pennsylvania Turnpike for about 196.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 129.2 mi from Reading, PA · 2h 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
129 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 129.2 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.
Arriving in Point Marion, PA
The final approach into Point Marion, 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 Point Marion, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$42.76 one way
$85.52 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
90 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $46.79 | $93.57 |
| premium | $4.92 | $50.07 | $100.15 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $57.41 | $114.82 |
Estimated Tolls: $25.60
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(196.9 mi)
$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
$43
Tolls
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$93–$118
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 90.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 77.5 | 0 | $27.13 | $12.40 |
| Efficient EV | 64.6 | 0 | $22.61 | $10.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 103.4 | 1 | $36.18 | $16.54 |
Gas CO2
90 kg
EV CO2
30 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Point Marion, PA
Evening in Point Marion on Sunday
Local time
6:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
51°F
Cuba, NY
129 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
3 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
5h 4m on the road
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Reading, PA to Point Marion, PA covers 258.4 miles and takes about 5h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike, University Drive, US 222. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 129.2 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 $42.76 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 258.4 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 3.3 miles (US 222): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; 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.
Between Reading, PA and Point Marion, PA, road signs point toward Patp, Denver, Uniontown and Morgantown.
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