How far is Bristol, PA from Reading, PA?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Bristol and Reading is 59 miles (94.94 km).

Flight distance from Bristol, PA to Reading, PA is 59 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 09 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 08 minutes to travel from Bristol to Reading with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from Bristol, Pennsylvania to Reading, Pennsylvania is: 77.76 miles (125.15 km) by car.

Driving from Bristol to Reading will take approximately 01 hours 18 minutes.

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#1 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
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#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

Estimated Travel Time Between Bristol and Reading

The distance between Bristol and Reading 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 Bristol and Reading. The current time is 02:10:23.

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 Bristol and Reading.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Bristol to Reading 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 March 29, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Bristol and Reading (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.

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