How far is Reading, PA from Allentown, PA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Reading and Allentown is 29.7 miles (47.8 km).
Flight distance from Reading, PA to Allentown, PA is 29.7 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 04 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Reading, Pennsylvania to Allentown, Pennsylvania is: 38.75 miles (62.36 km) by car.
Driving from Reading to Allentown will take approximately 00 hours 53 minutes.
#1 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 |
#2 Allentown
The third most populous city in Pennsylvania. It is located on the Lehigh River in eastern Pennsylvania. Allentown is known for its many manufacturing companies, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Allentown Art Museum and the Allentown Children's Museum.
| Population | 121470 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 40°36'30"N 75°29'25"W |
| Latitude | 40.6084300 |
| Longitude | -75.4901800 |
| Altitude | 103 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Allentown: Tilghman Street (-75.490007,40.608068)
Estimated Travel Time Between Reading and Allentown
The distance between Reading and Allentown is 62 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 41 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 Allentown. The current time is 13:41:02.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 17 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 58 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 46 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 38 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 33 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 31 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 29 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 5.18 liters (1.37 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Reading and Allentown.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Reading to Allentown is $5.08 (diesel $6.52).
Pennsylvania gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.72 | $4.12 | $4.44 | $4.77 |
| Total | $5.08 | $5.64 | $6.07 | $6.52 |
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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 17, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Reading and Allentown (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
