How far is Reading, MA from Waltham, MA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Reading and Waltham is 12.54 miles (20.19 km).
Flight distance from Reading, MA to Waltham, MA is 12.54 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 02 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Reading, Massachusetts to Waltham, Massachusetts is: 18.51 miles (29.78 km) by car.
Driving from Reading to Waltham will take approximately 00 hours 25 minutes.
#1 Reading
Town in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States
| Population | 25535 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°31'32"N 71°5'43"W |
| Latitude | 42.5256500 |
| Longitude | -71.0953300 |
| Altitude | 29 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Waltham
A city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. It is located in the Greater Boston metropolitan area. Waltham is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Waltham Heritage State Park and the Waltham History Museum.
| Population | 62069 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°22'35"N 71°14'8"W |
| Latitude | 42.3764900 |
| Longitude | -71.2356100 |
| Altitude | 20 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Waltham: Main Street (-71.235588,42.376412)
Estimated Travel Time Between Reading and Waltham
The distance between Reading and Waltham is 30 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 19 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 Reading and Waltham. The current time is 12:01:28.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 36 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 27 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 22 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 18 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 15 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 14 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 13 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 2.47 liters (0.65 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Reading and Waltham.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Reading to Waltham is $2.34 (diesel $2.93).
Massachusetts gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.59 | $4.16 | $4.5 | $4.49 |
| Total | $2.34 | $2.71 | $2.94 | $2.93 |
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 Massachusetts ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.591 (Diesel $4.488) /gallon. Last changed prices on November 27, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Reading and Waltham (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
