How far is Hershey, PA from Reading, PA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Hershey and Reading is 38.27 miles (61.58 km).
Flight distance from Hershey, PA to Reading, PA is 38.27 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 06 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Hershey, Pennsylvania to Reading, Pennsylvania is: 51.62 miles (83.08 km) by car.
Driving from Hershey to Reading will take approximately 01 hours 02 minutes.
#1 Hershey
Census designated place
| Population | 14257 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 40°17'9"N 76°39'1"W |
| Latitude | 40.2859200 |
| Longitude | -76.6502500 |
| Altitude | 129 |
| 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 Hershey and Reading
The distance between Hershey and Reading is 83 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 55 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 Hershey and Reading. The current time is 06:22:03.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 43 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 17 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 01 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 51 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 44 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 41 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 38 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 6.9 liters (1.82 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Hershey and Reading.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Hershey to Reading is $6.77 (diesel $8.68).
Pennsylvania gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.72 | $4.12 | $4.44 | $4.77 |
| Total | $6.77 | $7.51 | $8.09 | $8.68 |
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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 22, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Hershey and Reading (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
