How far is West Chester, PA from Reading, PA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between West Chester and Reading is 30.88 miles (49.7 km).
Flight distance from West Chester, PA to Reading, PA is 30.88 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 04 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from West Chester, Pennsylvania to Reading, Pennsylvania is: 39.22 miles (63.12 km) by car.
Driving from West Chester to Reading will take approximately 00 hours 49 minutes.
#1 West Chester
Borough in Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States
| Population | 20048 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 39°57'39"N 75°36'29"W |
| Latitude | 39.9609700 |
| Longitude | -75.6080400 |
| Altitude | 140 |
| 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 West Chester and Reading
The distance between West Chester and Reading is 63 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 42 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 West Chester and Reading. The current time is 02:00:16.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 18 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 58 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 47 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 39 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 5.24 liters (1.38 gallon) of gas to cover the route between West Chester and Reading.
The estimated cost of gas to go from West Chester to Reading is $5.14 (diesel $6.6).
Pennsylvania gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.72 | $4.12 | $4.44 | $4.77 |
| Total | $5.14 | $5.71 | $6.15 | $6.6 |
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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 West Chester and Reading (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
