How far is Luzerne, PA from Reading, PA?
Fastest route
Here's the suggested route from Luzerne, Pennsylvania, to Reading, Pennsylvania: The distance is approximately 87.3 miles (140.4 kilometers) and the estimated travel time is 1 hour and 48 minutes via I-81 S.
Directions
- Head southeast on Main St toward Allen St.
- Continue straight onto Union St.
- Turn left to merge onto PA-309 S toward Wilkes-Barre/I-81.
- Take I-81 S and continue to follow it until you reach exit 138 for PA-309 S toward Tamaqua.
- Merge onto PA-309 S and continue on this road.
- Get on US-222 S in Muhlenberg Township by taking PA-443 W and PA-61 S.
- Merge onto US-222 S and take the US-422 BUS E exit from US-422 E.
- Keep left to continue on US-422 E, then exit onto US-422 BUS E/Penn Ave toward Penn St/Reading.
- Continue on US-422 BUS E/Penn Ave, then turn left onto Franklin St.
- Finally, turn left at the 2nd cross street onto Penn St in Reading.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Plan your trip in advance and consider the estimated travel time to reach your destination on time.
- ⛽ Make sure to have enough fuel in your vehicle before starting the journey.
- 🚧 Stay updated on traffic conditions and road closures to avoid delays.
- 🍽️ Pack some snacks and drinks for the road to keep you refreshed during the trip.
- 📱 Keep your phone charged and have a car charger handy in case you need to use navigation or make calls.
- 🧭 Consider using a GPS or a navigation app to ensure you stay on the right track.
- 🛣️ Familiarize yourself with the route and have a map on hand as a backup in case technology fails.
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Luzerne and Reading is 65.65 miles (105.66 km).
Flight distance from Luzerne, PA to Reading, PA is 65.65 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 10 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 09 minutes to travel from Luzerne to Reading with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Luzerne, Pennsylvania to Reading, Pennsylvania is: 87.42 miles (140.69 km) by car.
Driving from Luzerne to Reading will take approximately 01 hours 49 minutes.
#1 Luzerne
Borough in central Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, United States
| Population | 2851 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°17'8"N 75°54'4"W |
| Latitude | 41.2856400 |
| Longitude | -75.9010300 |
| Altitude | 186 |
| 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 Luzerne and Reading
The distance between Luzerne and Reading is 141 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 33 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 Luzerne and Reading. The current time is 08:50:36.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02 hours 54 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 11 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 44 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 27 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 14 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 09 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 05 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 11.68 liters (3.08 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Luzerne and Reading.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Luzerne to Reading is $11.47 (diesel $14.71).
Pennsylvania gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.72 | $4.12 | $4.44 | $4.77 |
| Total | $11.47 | $12.72 | $13.7 | $14.71 |
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 20, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Luzerne and Reading (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
