How far is Bristol, PA from Reading, PA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Bristol and Reading is 59 miles (94.94 km).
Flight distance from Bristol, PA to Reading, PA is 59 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 09 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 08 minutes to travel from Bristol to Reading with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Bristol, Pennsylvania to Reading, Pennsylvania is: 77.76 miles (125.15 km) by car.
Driving from Bristol to Reading will take approximately 01 hours 18 minutes.
#1 Bristol
The most populous city in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. It is located on the Delaware River in eastern Pennsylvania. Bristol is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Bristol Historical Society and the Bristol Riverside Theatre.
| Population | 53311 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 40°6'2"N 74°51'7"W |
| Latitude | 40.1006700 |
| Longitude | -74.8518300 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| 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 Bristol and Reading
The distance between Bristol and Reading is 125 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 23 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 Bristol and Reading. The current time is 01:40:12.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02 hours 35 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 56 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 33 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 17 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 06 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 02 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 58 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 10.39 liters (2.74 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Bristol and Reading.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Bristol to Reading is $10.2 (diesel $13.08).
Pennsylvania gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.72 | $4.12 | $4.44 | $4.77 |
| Total | $10.2 | $11.31 | $12.19 | $13.08 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
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 22, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Bristol and Reading (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
