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.

Where to Eat in Reading

If you’re looking for affordable options, DANS at Green Hills (2444 Morgantown Rd) and Coastal Grille (2713 N Meridian Blvd) are great picks.

When to visit Reading

Reading in February
Estimated hotel price
AED 387
1 night at 3-star hotel
Reading in February
Estimated hotel price
AED 387
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 Allentown-Bethlehem (ABE), which is located 54 km from Reading. The shortest flight to Reading from the United Arab Emirates departs from Sharjah and takes around 19h 35m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Reading, followed by Acela. The train journey from Reading to New York takes 0h 57m and costs around AED 40 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Baltimore, expect to pay about AED 22 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 170 km from Reading. You’ll find branches of Ace and Thrifty, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Reading, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Peter Pan Bus Lines. From Allentown, the bus ride to Reading takes 137 km and will cost you around AED 169. From Washington, D.C., the ticket costs about AED 246 for a journey of 274 km. The most popular bus station is Reading 518 Penn St, located 0.1 km from the city centre of Reading. Reading Fairground Square Mall is also a commonly used station, and is 5 km from the city centre.

Plane

Although Reading doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Allentown-Bethlehem (ABE), which is located 54 km from Reading. The shortest flight to Reading from the United Arab Emirates departs from Sharjah and takes around 19h 35m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Reading, followed by Acela. The train journey from Reading to New York takes 0h 57m and costs around AED 40 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Baltimore, expect to pay about AED 22 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 170 km from Reading. You’ll find branches of Ace and Thrifty, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Reading, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Peter Pan Bus Lines. From Allentown, the bus ride to Reading takes 137 km and will cost you around AED 169. From Washington, D.C., the ticket costs about AED 246 for a journey of 274 km. The most popular bus station is Reading 518 Penn St, located 0.1 km from the city centre of Reading. Reading Fairground Square Mall is also a commonly used station, and is 5 km from the city centre.

Airports near Reading

ABEAllentown-Bethlehem
PHLPhiladelphia
MDTHarrisburg

Airlines serving Reading

Lufthansa
Good (7,029 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,333 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,806 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,582 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,920 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,775 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,686 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,442 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,685 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,206 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,560 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (345 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,195 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,344 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,272 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,918 reviews)
TAP Portugal
Good (1,845 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,202 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 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 AED 3.31 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 AED 39.67 and AED 52.89. The most frequently booked car type in Reading is Compact (Chevrolet Equinox or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice car hire (Class Special Car or similar) is, on average, 56% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay AED 3.31 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 AED 39.67 and AED 52.89. The most frequently booked car type in Reading is Compact (Chevrolet Equinox or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice car hire (Class Special Car or similar) is, on average, 56% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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