How far is Reading, PA from Bristol, PA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Reading and Bristol is 59 miles (94.94 km).
Flight distance from Reading, PA to Bristol, PA is 59 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 09 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 08 minutes to travel from Reading to Bristol with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Reading, Pennsylvania to Bristol, Pennsylvania is: 77.77 miles (125.16 km) by car.
Driving from Reading to Bristol will take approximately 01 hours 16 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 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 |
Ending point in Bristol: (-74.85185,40.100681)
Estimated Travel Time Between Reading and Bristol
The distance between Reading and Bristol 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 Reading and Bristol. The current time is 13:30:46.
| 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 Reading and Bristol.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Reading to Bristol 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 17, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Reading and Bristol (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
