How far is Mechanicsburg, PA from Reading, PA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Mechanicsburg and Reading is 235.83 miles (379.54 km).
Flight distance from Mechanicsburg, PA to Reading, PA is 235.83 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 35 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 31 minutes to travel from Mechanicsburg to Reading with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania to Reading, Pennsylvania is: 292.21 miles (470.27 km) by car.
Driving from Mechanicsburg to Reading will take approximately 04 hours 33 minutes.
#1 Mechanicsburg
Borough in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, USA
| Population | 9017 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 40°33'42"N 80°24'10"W |
| Latitude | 40.5617300 |
| Longitude | -80.4028400 |
| Altitude | 367 |
| 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 Mechanicsburg and Reading
The distance between Mechanicsburg and Reading is 470 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 05 hours 13 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 Mechanicsburg and Reading. The current time is 05:55:35.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09 hours 44 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07 hours 18 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05 hours 50 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04 hours 52 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04 hours 10 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 03 hours 53 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 03 hours 38 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 39.03 liters (10.31 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Mechanicsburg and Reading.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Mechanicsburg to Reading is $38.33 (diesel $49.15).
Pennsylvania gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.72 | $4.12 | $4.44 | $4.77 |
| Total | $38.33 | $42.51 | $45.8 | $49.15 |
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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 May 05, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Mechanicsburg and Reading (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
