Origin
Reading, PA
Night in Reading on Sunday
Local time
9:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Reading, PA to Tunkhannock, PA
Drive Time
2h 34m
Distance
115.1 mi
185 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 24m
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6 AM
2h 34m
8 AM
2h 55m
10 AM
2h 41m
12 PM
2h 39m
3 PM
2h 42m
5 PM
2h 54m
8 PM
2h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Tunkhannock, PA
Jack Pace
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Reading to Tunkhannock, expect a straightforward journey spanning 115.1 miles. This route typically takes about 2 hours and 34 minutes, making it a manageable trek for a single-day excursion. You will navigate a mix of thoroughfares, including the Pottsville Pike, I-81, and the Tunkhannock Highway. Budgeting approximately $19 for fuel should keep you covered for the duration of the trip. Since you are traveling entirely within the Northeast region of Pennsylvania, the transition between these two areas is seamless and efficient. Whether you are heading north for business or a quick getaway, this drive offers a reliable connection between these two Pennsylvania hubs.
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
57.5 miles from Reading, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 12m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip features a mixed driving profile, balancing high-speed transit with local road navigation. You will spend about 60% of your time on highways, providing a consistent pace for the majority of the journey. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on I-81, where you can settle in for 45.8 miles of interstate driving. Transitioning off the main highway onto the Tunkhannock Highway changes the pace, requiring more attention as you navigate toward your destination. Expect a blend of efficient interstate cruising and the more deliberate, variable nature of local Pennsylvania roadways.
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.
I 81 is the longest continuous segment at about 45.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 222 BUS / North 5th Street.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 115.1 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
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 41 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 222 BUS / North 5th Street
Turn right onto US 222 BUS / North 5th Street
Navigation decision point
3
0.6 mi into trip
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~1m in
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PA 61 / Centre Avenue
Turn slight left onto PA 61 / Centre Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
41 mi into trip
|
~52m in
Take the exit toward I 81 North: Hazleton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 81 North: Hazleton
3
41.3 mi into trip
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~52m in
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I 81
Merge onto I 81
Merge point - match speed before joining
5
87.1 mi into trip
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~1h 47m in
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PA 309
Take the exit onto PA 309 toward PA 115 east, PA 309 north: Wilkes-Barre
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward PA 115 east, PA 309 north: Wilkes-Barre
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 81 | 45.8 mi | 54m |
| Tunkhannock Highway | 15.7 mi | 25m |
| Pottsville Pike | 14.4 mi | 18m |
| Centre Turnpike | 10.6 mi | 12m |
| PA 309 | 10.2 mi | 17m |
| Joseph H. Long Boulevard | 4.8 mi | 5m |
| Route 61 South | 3 mi | 3m |
| Centre Avenue | 3 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
I 81
— 45.8 mi, about 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Reading, PA and Tunkhannock, PA.
1
Start on US 422 Business Alternate
279 ft
·
8 sec
·
Penn Street
2
Turn right onto US 222 BUS
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
North 5th Street
3
Turn slight left onto PA 61
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Centre Avenue
Use the left lane.
4
Continue on PA 61
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Pottsville Pike
Use the none lane.
5
Continue on PA 61
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Centre Avenue
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on PA 61
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Pottsville Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Continue on PA 61
0.6 mi
·
43 sec
·
Shoemaker Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Continue on PA 61
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Pottsville Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Continue on PA 61
0.3 mi
·
19 sec
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South 4th Street
10
Continue on PA 61
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Pottsville Pike
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on PA 61
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Centre Turnpike
Use the none lane.
12
Continue on PA 61
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Route 61 South
13
Continue on PA 61
0.3 mi
·
18 sec
·
Pottsville Boulevard
14
Continue on PA 61
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
South Claude A. Lord Boulevard
15
Continue on PA 61
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Pottsville Saint Clair Highway
16
Continue on PA 61
4.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Joseph H. Long Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 81 North: Hazleton
18
Merge onto I 81
46 mi
·
54 min
·
I 81
19
Take the exit onto PA 309
10 mi
·
17 min
·
PA 309
Toward PA 115 east, PA 309 north: Wilkes-Barre
20
Take the exit onto PA 309
509 ft
·
12 sec
·
PA 309
21
Merge onto PA 309
16 mi
·
24 min
·
Tunkhannock Highway
22
Continue on PA 29
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Hunter Highway
23
Continue on PA 29
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Tunkhannock Highway
24
Continue on PA 29
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
Bridge Street
Use the straight lane.
25
Arrive at destination
PA 29
Trip Plan
Given the 2 hour and 34 minute travel time, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. With only one recommended stop, you can easily handle the drive in a single push without feeling rushed. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge when transitioning from the interstate segments onto the Tunkhannock Highway to ensure you don't run low during the final leg. Since the route relies heavily on I-81, try to avoid peak commuting hours to keep your travel time consistent with the estimate. Utilizing your one planned stop strategically will help you stay refreshed for the final approach into Tunkhannock.
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 57.5 miles from Reading, PA, or about 1h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 45.8 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 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 57.5 miles or 1h 12m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tunkhannock, 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 115.1 miles and 2h 34m.
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 I 81 for about 45.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 57.5 mi from Reading, PA · 1h 12m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
58 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 57.5 miles from Reading, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Tunkhannock, PA
The final approach into Tunkhannock, 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 Tunkhannock, 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
$19.05 one way
$38.09 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
40 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $20.84 | $41.68 |
| premium | $4.92 | $22.30 | $44.61 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $25.57 | $51.14 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.74
Centre Turnpike
(10.6 mi)
$0.74
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
$19
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 34.5 | 0 | $12.09 | $5.52 |
| Efficient EV | 28.8 | 0 | $10.07 | $4.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 46 | 0 | $16.11 | $7.37 |
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (68% 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
Tunkhannock, PA
Night in Tunkhannock on Sunday
Local time
9:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
24 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 34m 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 Tunkhannock, PA covers 115.1 miles and takes about 2h 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 81, Tunkhannock Highway, Pottsville Pike. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 57.5 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 $19.05 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 115.1 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
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 41 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Reading, PA to Tunkhannock, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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