How far is Bethlehem, PA from Reading, PA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Bethlehem and Reading is 35.46 miles (57.07 km).
Flight distance from Bethlehem, PA to Reading, PA is 35.46 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 05 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Bethlehem, Pennsylvania to Reading, Pennsylvania is: 47.17 miles (75.91 km) by car.
Driving from Bethlehem to Reading will take approximately 01 hours 06 minutes.
#1 Bethlehem
The second most populous city in Northampton County, Pennsylvania. It is located on the Lehigh River in eastern Pennsylvania. Bethlehem is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Bethlehem Steel Stacks and the Sands Bethlehem Casino.
| Population | 74892 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 40°37'33"N 75°22'14"W |
| Latitude | 40.6259300 |
| Longitude | -75.3704600 |
| Altitude | 109 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Reading
The fourth most populous city in Pennsylvania. It is located on the Schuylkill River in eastern Pennsylvania. Reading is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Reading Public Museum and the Reading Central Railroad.
| Population | 88217 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 40°20'8"N 75°55'37"W |
| Latitude | 40.3356500 |
| Longitude | -75.9268700 |
| Altitude | 93 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Reading: Penn Street (-75.926876,40.335365)
Estimated Travel Time Between Bethlehem and Reading
The distance between Bethlehem and Reading is 76 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 50 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Bethlehem and Reading. The current time is 06:11:27.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 34 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 10 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 56 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 47 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 40 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 37 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 35 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 6.3 liters (1.66 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Bethlehem and Reading.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Bethlehem to Reading is $6.19 (diesel $7.93).
Pennsylvania gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.72 | $4.12 | $4.44 | $4.77 |
| Total | $6.19 | $6.86 | $7.39 | $7.93 |
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The average gas price (in Pennsylvania ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.717 (Diesel $4.767) /gallon. Last changed prices on December 26, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Bethlehem and Reading (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
Distance to Other Cities
Driving distance from Middletown, NJ to Bethlehem 82.14 miles (132 km)
Driving distance from Municipality of Bethel Park, PA to Bethlehem 296.33 miles (477 km)
