How far is Reading, PA from Bala-Cynwyd, PA?
The driving distance from Reading, PA to Bala-Cynwyd, PA is about 56.2 miles (90.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 43 miles (69.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 20m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 10m.
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Halfway Point
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Township in Chester County, Pennsylvania
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Reading and Bala-Cynwyd.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Reading and Bala-Cynwyd.
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Start on Penn Street
829 ft · 24 sec · Penn Street
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Turn left onto South 4th Street
2600 ft · 52 sec · South 4th Street
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Keep slight right to continue on South 4th Street
83 m · 5 sec · South 4th Street
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Continue on Bingaman Street
1457 ft · 29 sec · Bingaman Street
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Take the ramp left toward US 422 East: Pottstown, Morgantown
1355 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight right onto West Shore Bypass
2 mi · 3 min · West Shore Bypass
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Take the exit slight right toward I 176 South: Morgantown
2135 ft · 46 sec
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Continue on Morgantown Expressway
11.4 mi · 13 min · Morgantown Expressway
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Keep slight left to continue on I 76 Toll East: Philadelphia
2094 ft · 51 sec
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Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
27.5 mi · 29 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia
11.7 mi · 17 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Green Lane, Belmont Avenue
764 ft · 24 sec
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Turn right onto Belmont Avenue
1.1 km · 1 min · Belmont Avenue
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Turn right onto East Levering Mill Road
2074 ft · 1 min · East Levering Mill Road
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Turn left onto Conshohocken State Road
2343 ft · 58 sec · Conshohocken State Road
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Turn right onto Bala Avenue
16 m · 4 sec · Bala Avenue
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Continue on Bala Avenue
81 m · 12 sec · Bala Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Bala Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Reading and Bala-Cynwyd.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Pennsylvania Turnpike
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
27.5 mi · 00h 29m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Reading and Rain Showers near Bala-Cynwyd.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Reading to Bala-Cynwyd?
The road trip is about 56.2 miles (90.5 km) and usually takes 01h 10m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
West Pikeland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 28.1 miles from Reading and 28.1 miles from Bala-Cynwyd.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 43 miles (69.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.2 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:10 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.72 one way or $17.43 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Reading and Rain Showers near Bala-Cynwyd.
Stop Ideas Near West Pikeland
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Paoli
Coatesville
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Reading and Bala-Cynwyd. Straight-line distance: 43.03 mi (69.25 km).
#1 Reading
The fourth most populous city in Pennsylvania.
| Population | 88,217 |
| Coordinates | 40.3356500, -75.9268700 |
| Altitude | 93 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bala-Cynwyd
Situated in southeastern Pennsylvania, this prominent community forms part of Lower Merion Township within Montgomery County.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 40.0076100, -75.2340700 |
| Altitude | 93 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bala-Cynwyd (-75.23407, 40.00761)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 91 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 42m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.40 | $8.72 | $17.43 |
| Mid-grade | $4.82 | $9.55 | $19.10 |
| Premium | $5.27 | $10.44 | $20.89 |
| Diesel | $6.58 | $13.03 | $26.06 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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