How far is Columbia, PA from Reading, PA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Columbia and Reading is 36.94 miles (59.45 km).
Flight distance from Columbia, PA to Reading, PA is 36.94 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 05 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Columbia, Pennsylvania to Reading, Pennsylvania is: 44 miles (70.81 km) by car.
Driving from Columbia to Reading will take approximately 00 hours 47 minutes.
#1 Columbia
Borough in western Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States
| Population | 10295 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 40°2'1"N 76°30'16"W |
| Latitude | 40.0337100 |
| Longitude | -76.5044100 |
| Altitude | 92 |
| 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 Columbia and Reading
The distance between Columbia and Reading is 71 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 47 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 Columbia and Reading. The current time is 07:50:58.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 27 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 05 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 52 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 43 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 37 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 35 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 32 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 5.88 liters (1.55 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Columbia and Reading.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Columbia to Reading is $5.77 (diesel $7.4).
Pennsylvania gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.72 | $4.12 | $4.44 | $4.77 |
| Total | $5.77 | $6.4 | $6.9 | $7.4 |
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 April 25, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Columbia and Reading (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
