How far is Reading, PA from Penryn, PA?
The driving distance from Reading, PA to Penryn, PA is about 33.1 miles (53.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 25 miles (40.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 34m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 47m.
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
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Cloudy
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Reading and Penryn.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Reading and Penryn.
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Start on Penn Street
1917 ft · 40 sec · Penn Street
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Continue on Penn Avenue
2.6 mi · 5 min · Penn Avenue
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Take the ramp slight left
1411 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left
19.5 mi · 24 min
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Take the exit slight right
1054 ft · 32 sec
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Turn right onto Newport Road
2 mi · 3 min · Newport Road
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Continue on Main Street
1.4 km · 1 min · Main Street
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Continue on Newport Road
3.5 mi · 5 min · Newport Road
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Continue on West Newport Road
3.8 mi · 7 min · West Newport Road
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Turn left onto North Penryn Road
2 m · 1 sec · North Penryn Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Penryn Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Reading and Penryn.
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
19.5 mi · 00h 24m
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 Cloudy near Penryn.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Reading to Penryn?
The road trip is about 33.1 miles (53.2 km) and usually takes 00h 47m 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?
Reamstown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 16.5 miles from Reading and 16.5 miles from Penryn.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 25 miles (40.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.1 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 4:56 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.18 one way or $10.36 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Reading and Mostly Cloudy near Penryn.
Stop Ideas Near Reamstown
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 Reamstown.
Lancaster station
Parkesburg
Mount Joy
Coatesville
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Reading and Penryn. Straight-line distance: 24.96 mi (40.17 km).
#1 Reading
The fourth most populous city in Pennsylvania.
| Population | 88,217 |
| Coordinates | 40.3356500, -75.9268700 |
| Altitude | 93 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Penryn
Situated in northern Lancaster County at an elevation of approximately 584 feet, this unincorporated community is defined by its rural, agricultural setting within Penn Township.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 40.2050900, -76.3682900 |
| Altitude | 178 |
| Country | United States |
End: Penryn (-76.36829, 40.20509)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 53 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 24m |
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 | $4.46 | $5.18 | $10.36 |
| Mid-grade | $4.93 | $5.71 | $11.43 |
| Premium | $5.31 | $6.15 | $12.31 |
| Diesel | $6.55 | $7.60 | $15.20 |
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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