How far is Reading, PA from Benton, PA?
The driving distance from Reading, PA to Benton, PA is about 53.3 miles (85.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 42.3 miles (68 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 52m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 26m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Pennsylvania, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Reading and Benton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Reading and Benton.
-
1
Start on Penn Street
1917 ft · 40 sec · Penn Street
-
2
Continue on Penn Avenue
2.6 mi · 5 min · Penn Avenue
-
3
Take the ramp slight left
1411 ft · 35 sec
-
4
Merge slight left
25.4 mi · 31 min
-
5
Keep slight left to continue on US 30 East: Philadelphia
1.2 km · 2 min
-
6
Merge slight left
2368 ft · 37 sec
-
7
Take the exit slight right toward PA 23 East
1010 ft · 21 sec
-
8
Keep slight right to continue on Downtown Lancaster
89 m · 7 sec
-
9
Turn straight onto New Holland Pike
968 ft · 23 sec · New Holland Pike
-
10
Continue on New Holland Avenue
1.3 mi · 3 min · New Holland Avenue
-
11
Continue on North Plum Street
1756 ft · 58 sec · North Plum Street
-
12
Turn right onto East Orange Street
3008 ft · 1 min · East Orange Street
-
13
Turn left onto North Prince Street
1.1 mi · 4 min · North Prince Street
-
14
Continue on Willow Street Pike
6.1 mi · 10 min · Willow Street Pike
-
15
Continue on Lancaster Pike
1345 ft · 21 sec · Lancaster Pike
-
16
Keep slight right to continue on Lancaster Pike
1093 ft · 17 sec · Lancaster Pike
-
17
Keep slight right to continue on Lancaster Pike
8.5 mi · 13 min · Lancaster Pike
-
18
Turn sharp right onto Spring Valley Road
1715 ft · 1 min · Spring Valley Road
-
19
Turn slight right onto River Road
1166 ft · 37 sec · River Road
-
20
Turn left onto Slate Hill Road
2.8 mi · 7 min · Slate Hill Road
-
21
Turn right onto Benton Hollow Road
1.6 km · 4 min · Benton Hollow Road
-
22
Continue on Bald Eagle Road
1243 ft · 54 sec · Bald Eagle Road
-
23
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Bald Eagle Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Reading and Benton.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Penn Avenue
Merge slight left
25.4 mi · 00h 31m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Reading and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Benton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Reading to Benton?
The road trip is about 53.3 miles (85.7 km) and usually takes 01h 26m 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?
Oregon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26.6 miles from Reading and 26.7 miles from Benton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 42.3 miles (68 km), while the road route adds roughly 11 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:38 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.68 one way or $15.36 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Reading and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Benton.
Stop Ideas Near Oregon
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Oregon.
Lancaster station
Mount Joy
Elizabethtown station
Parkesburg
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Reading and Benton. Straight-line distance: 42.27 mi (68.02 km).
#1 Reading
The fourth most populous city in Pennsylvania.
| Population | 88,217 |
| Coordinates | 40.3356500, -75.9268700 |
| Altitude | 93 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Benton
Borough in northern Columbia County, Pennsylvania
| Population | 805 |
| Coordinates | 39.7764900, -76.2510700 |
| Altitude | 44 |
| Country | United States |
End: Benton (-76.25107, 39.77649)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 86 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 39m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.09 | $7.68 | $15.36 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $8.65 | $17.29 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $9.31 | $18.63 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $11.24 | $22.48 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Pennsylvania · Apr 14, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.