How far is Pottstown, PA from Reading, PA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Pottstown and Reading is 15.89 miles (25.57 km).
Flight distance from Pottstown, PA to Reading, PA is 15.89 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 02 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Pottstown, Pennsylvania to Reading, Pennsylvania is: 18.64 miles (30 km) by car.
Driving from Pottstown to Reading will take approximately 00 hours 30 minutes.
#1 Pottstown
Borough in Pennsylvania, United States
| Population | 22580 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 40°14'43"N 75°38'59"W |
| Latitude | 40.2453700 |
| Longitude | -75.6496300 |
| Altitude | 46 |
| 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 Pottstown and Reading
The distance between Pottstown and Reading is 30 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 20 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 Pottstown and Reading. The current time is 20:11:28.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 37 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 27 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 22 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 18 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 15 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 14 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 13 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 2.49 liters (0.66 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Pottstown and Reading.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Pottstown to Reading is $2.45 (diesel $3.14).
Pennsylvania gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.72 | $4.12 | $4.44 | $4.77 |
| Total | $2.45 | $2.71 | $2.92 | $3.14 |
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 19, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Pottstown and Reading (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
