Origin
Abington, PA
Afternoon in Abington on Sunday
Local time
3:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
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45m
Distance
20.7 mi
33 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Abington, PA
Michael Taccetta
Sharon Hill, PA
Cheryn Appleton
Traveling the 20.7 miles from Abington to Sharon Hill is a straightforward journey typically taking about 45 minutes. This route stays entirely within the Northeast region of Pennsylvania, making it a perfect one-day trip that requires no overnight stops. Budgeting around $3 for fuel should comfortably cover the drive, which relies heavily on local navigation rather than long-distance transit. Because the trip is short and efficient, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule. It is a practical, no-nonsense path that connects these two suburban points without the need for complex travel logistics.
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
10.4 miles from Abington, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 20m into the drive .
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. You will navigate via Ogontz Avenue, Washington Lane, and the Roosevelt Expressway, which account for a highway share of roughly 17%. The road environment transitions frequently, as your longest uninterrupted stretch is only 2.9 miles on Ogontz Avenue. This isn't a mindless highway cruise; instead, you will be managing a series of local transitions that keep the drive engaging. Be prepared for a high density of turns as you move through the local infrastructure.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.5 miles in near Ogontz Avenue.
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 20.7 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.5 miles (Ogontz Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 12.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto Ogontz Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork toward I 76 East: Central Philadelphia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Martin Luther King Jr Drive, Montgomery Drive, West Fairmount Park, Mann Music Center
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward Montgomery Drive
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Turn right onto Westminster Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Between Abington, PA and Sharon Hill, PA, road signs point toward Fairmount Park and Mann Music Center.
Fairmount Park
Mann Music Center
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ogontz Avenue | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| Washington Lane | 2.4 mi | 5m |
| Roosevelt Expressway | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Old York Road | 2 mi | 5m |
| Macdade Boulevard | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| Schuylkill Expressway | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Belmont Avenue | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Whitby Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Abington, PA and Sharon Hill, PA.
Start on this road
Turn left onto Keith Road
Turn left onto PA 611
Turn straight onto Washington Lane
Turn left onto Ogontz Avenue
Continue on Belfield Avenue
Turn slight right onto PA 611
Turn right onto West Cayuga Street
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 1
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 76
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn straight onto Montgomery Drive
Turn left onto US 1 Alternate Truck
Turn right onto Westminster Avenue
Turn left onto North 48th Street
Continue on South 48th Street
Turn right onto US 13
Turn left onto Whitby Avenue
Continue on North Longacre Boulevard
Enter roundabout onto Longacre Boulevard
Continue on Longacre Boulevard
At end of road, turn left onto US 13
Turn right onto US 13
Continue on US 13
Turn left onto Sharon Avenue
Arrive at destination
Since this is a compact 20.7-mile trip, you don't need to stress over complex pacing or lengthy rest breaks. Planning for zero scheduled stops allows you to complete the 45-minute drive in one go, provided you time your departure to avoid peak local congestion. Keep a close eye on your navigation during the segments on Ogontz Avenue, as the frequency of turns can be easy to miss if you aren't paying attention. With fuel costs estimated at just $3, it is an economical route that offers the advantage of simplicity. Use the flexibility of this short travel time to adjust your departure to whatever fits your personal schedule best.
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.
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 20.7 miles or 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 10.4 miles or 20m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sharon Hill, PA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Abington, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Abington, PA
This is one driving day of about 20.7 miles and 45m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 10.4 mi from Abington, PA · 20m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
10 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.
A short stop after about 20.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 10.4 miles from Abington, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Sharon Hill, PA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Sharon Hill, PA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$3.43 one way
$6.85 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $3.75 | $7.50 |
| premium | $4.92 | $4.01 | $8.02 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $4.60 | $9.20 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.2 | 0 | $2.17 | $0.99 |
| Efficient EV | 5.2 | 0 | $1.81 | $0.83 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.3 | 0 | $2.90 | $1.32 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Abington on Sunday
Local time
3:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Destination
Afternoon in Sharon Hill on Sunday
Local time
3:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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