Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Reading travel guide

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You're Going to Love Reading

With a population of 88,082, Reading is a must-see destination in Pennsylvania, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Reading to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Reading

If you’re looking for affordable options, Cheers Bistro at the DoubleTree (701 Penn St) and Mimmo's Restaurant (290 Morgantown Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Reading

Reading in February
Estimated hotel price
$175
1 night at 3-star hotel
Reading in February
Estimated hotel price
$175
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Reading in July, when the average temperature is 23 °C, and the highest can go up to 29 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -7 °C, with an average temperature of -2 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 119 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Reading, with an average rainfall of 61 mm.

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How to Get to Reading

Plane

Although Reading doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Harrisburg (MDT), which is located 45 miles from Reading. The shortest flight to Reading from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 21h 36m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Reading. The train journey from Reading to Newark takes 1h 04m and costs around $18 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Baltimore, expect to pay about $10 for a 1h 09m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Reading is to pick up a car hire from New York, which is about 106 miles from Reading. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Avis, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Reading, including Bus, OurBus and Peter Pan Bus Lines. From New York, the bus ride to Reading takes 90 miles and will cost you around $53. From Washington, D.C., the ticket costs about $33 for a journey of 220 miles. The most popular bus station is Reading 518 Penn St, located 0.0 miles from the city centre of Reading. Reading Fairground Square Mall is also a commonly used station, and is 3 miles from the city centre.

Plane

Although Reading doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Harrisburg (MDT), which is located 45 miles from Reading. The shortest flight to Reading from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 21h 36m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Reading. The train journey from Reading to Newark takes 1h 04m and costs around $18 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Baltimore, expect to pay about $10 for a 1h 09m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Reading is to pick up a car hire from New York, which is about 106 miles from Reading. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Avis, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Reading, including Bus, OurBus and Peter Pan Bus Lines. From New York, the bus ride to Reading takes 90 miles and will cost you around $53. From Washington, D.C., the ticket costs about $33 for a journey of 220 miles. The most popular bus station is Reading 518 Penn St, located 0.0 miles from the city centre of Reading. Reading Fairground Square Mall is also a commonly used station, and is 3 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Reading

PHLPhiladelphia
BWIBaltimore/Washington
MDTHarrisburg

Airlines serving Reading

Lufthansa
Good (7,198 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,372 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,115 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,655 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,951 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,896 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,828 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (811 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,846 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,285 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,596 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,419 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,696 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,096 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (351 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,222 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,375 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,312 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,915 reviews)
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Where to stay in Reading

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Candlewood Suites Reading and Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Reading Wyomissing.

Where to stay in popular areas of Reading

Hiring a car in Reading

Expect to pay $1.55 per litre in Reading (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.55 and $24.73. Compact (Nissan Versa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Reading, while also 27% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $1.55 per litre in Reading (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.55 and $24.73. Compact (Nissan Versa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Reading, while also 27% cheaper than other types, on average.

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