Origin
Abington, PA
Late night in Abington on Thursday
Local time
1:28 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Abington, PA to Columbia, PA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 46m
Distance
86.3 mi
139 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 39m
★
6 AM
1h 46m
8 AM
2h 2m
10 AM
1h 52m
12 PM
1h 50m
3 PM
1h 53m
5 PM
2h 1m
8 PM
1h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Abington, PA
Michael Taccetta
Columbia, PA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Abington, PA to Columbia, PA covers 86.3 miles and takes about 1h 46m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Keith Road, Old York Road, Susquehanna Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.31 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
43.2 miles from Abington, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 53m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 46m drive with frequent turns across 86.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Keith Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Abington, PA to Columbia, PA is easy. At 1h 46m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Abington, PA to Columbia, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Keith Road | — | — |
| Old York Road | — | — |
| Susquehanna Road | — | — |
| Virginia Drive | — | — |
| I 276 | — | — |
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | — | — |
| US 222 | — | — |
| Colonel Howard Boulevard | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Keith Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Abington, PA and Columbia, PA.
1
Start on the route
20 ft
·
6 sec
·
the route
2
Turn left onto Keith Road
85 ft
·
6 sec
·
Keith Road
3
Turn left onto Old York Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Old York Road
4
Turn right onto Susquehanna Road
3.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Susquehanna Road
5
Turn left onto Virginia Drive
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Virginia Drive
6
Take the ramp left toward I 276 Toll West, PATP Toll West: Valley Forge
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
I 276 Toll West, PATP Toll West: Valley Forge
7
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
53 mi
·
56 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
8
Take the exit slight right toward US 222: Reading, Lancaster
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
US 222: Reading, Lancaster
9
Continue on Colonel Howard Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Colonel Howard Boulevard
10
Keep slight left to continue on Colonel Howard Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Colonel Howard Boulevard
11
Keep slight left to continue on Colonel Howard Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
Colonel Howard Boulevard
12
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
13
Merge slight left
15 mi
·
17 min
14
Keep slight right to continue on US 30 West
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
US 30 West
15
Keep slight right to continue on US 30 West: York
7.5 mi
·
10 min
·
US 30 West: York
16
Take the exit slight right toward Prospect Road
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
Prospect Road
17
Turn left onto Prospect Road
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Prospect Road
18
Turn right onto Columbia Avenue
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Columbia Avenue
19
Continue on Lancaster Avenue
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Lancaster Avenue
20
Continue on North 5th Street
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
North 5th Street
21
Turn left onto Chestnut Street
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
Chestnut Street
22
Turn left onto North 3rd Street
105 ft
·
4 sec
·
North 3rd Street
23
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 43.2 miles from Abington, PA, or about 53m into the drive.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 19 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 43.2 miles or 53m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Columbia, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Abington, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Abington, PA
This is one driving day of about 86.3 miles and 1h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Abington, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 43.2 mi from Abington, PA · 53m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
43 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 43.2 miles from Abington, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Columbia, PA
The final approach into Columbia, PA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.31 one way
$28.61 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
30 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $15.67 | $31.34 |
| premium | $4.93 | $16.74 | $33.47 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.05 | $38.11 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25.9 | 0 | $9.06 | $4.14 |
| Efficient EV | 21.6 | 0 | $7.55 | $3.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 34.5 | 0 | $12.08 | $5.52 |
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Columbia, PA
Late night in Columbia on Thursday
Local time
1:28 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
7 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 46m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Abington, PA to Columbia, PA covers 86.3 miles and takes about 1h 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Keith Road, Old York Road, Susquehanna Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 43.2 miles from Abington, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.31 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Abington, PA to Columbia, PA is easy. At 1h 46m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Abington, PA to Columbia, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Abington, PA to Columbia, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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