Origin
Abington, PA
Afternoon in Abington on Saturday
Local time
4:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 52m
Distance
105.5 mi
170 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Abington, PA
Michael Taccetta
Silver Spring, PA
Mohamed B.
Abington, PA to Silver Spring, PA is 105.5 miles and takes about 2 hours 52 minutes via Lower York Road and US 206, with a fuel budget near $17 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Northeast region, both starting and ending in Pennsylvania. Expect a more local driving experience with frequent turns rather than a high-speed highway cruise. With only one recommended stop and a relatively short duration, this is a manageable same-day journey. Consider this route if you prefer a less direct path with more engagement on local roads.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
52.8 miles from Abington, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 23m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Lower York Road | 16.6 mi | 24m |
| US 206 | 15.8 mi | 23m |
| York Road | 15.1 mi | 28m |
| NJ 31 | 12.2 mi | 15m |
| Schooley's Mountain Road | 5 mi | 7m |
| Newton - Halsey Road | 4.1 mi | 7m |
| West Mill Road | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| High Bridge-Califon Road | 3.3 mi | 4m |
Step-by-step road directions between Abington, PA and Silver Spring, PA.
Start on this road
Turn left onto Keith Road
Turn right onto PA 611
Turn left onto PA 63
Turn right onto Easton Road
Continue on PA 611
Keep slight right at fork onto PA 263
Continue on US 202
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 31
Enter roundabout onto NJ 31
Continue on NJ 31
Take the exit onto CR 513
Continue on CR 513
Turn right onto CR 513
At end of road, turn left onto CR 513
Turn right onto CR 513
Turn left onto CR 513
Continue on CR 513
Continue on CR 513
Continue on CR 513
Continue on CR 513
Continue on CR 513
Continue on CR 513
Turn left onto CR 517
Continue on NJ 182; CR 517
Turn right onto CR 604
Turn left onto CR 665
At end of road, turn right onto CR 517
Continue on CR 517
Continue on CR 517
Turn left onto CR 611
Turn right onto CR 611
Continue on CR 611
Continue on CR 611
Continue on CR 611
Turn left onto US 206
Turn slight left onto US 206
Enter roundabout onto US 206; NJ 94; CR 519
Continue on US 206; NJ 94; CR 519
Turn left onto CR 519
Continue on CR 519
Turn right onto CR 519
Turn left onto US 206
Keep slight left at fork onto US 206
Keep slight left at fork
Turn left onto US 209
Turn right onto Raymondskill Road
Arrive at destination
Given the 2-hour 52-minute duration and 105.5-mile distance, this is a very doable same-day trip. Leaving in the morning will give you ample time to reach your destination and still have the afternoon free. While there's only one recommended stop, you can be flexible with this shorter drive. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the estimated cost is $17, and utilize the longest stretch on Lower York Road for any quick refueling needs before you get back to more frequent turns. The 'Turn-heavy local drive' profile means staying alert to GPS directions is key.
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 23 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52.8 miles or 1h 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Silver Spring, 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 105.5 miles and 2h 52m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
53 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 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 52.8 miles from Abington, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.3 and 66.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto PA 63 / Moreland Road
Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto PA 263 / York Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Enter roundabout onto NJ 31
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Take the exit onto CR 513
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
At end of road, turn right onto CR 517 / Allamuchy Road
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$17.49 one way
$34.98 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $19.16 | $38.31 |
| premium | $4.93 | $20.46 | $40.92 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $23.29 | $46.59 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.7 | 0 | $11.08 | $5.06 |
| Efficient EV | 26.4 | 0 | $9.23 | $4.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 42.2 | 0 | $14.77 | $6.75 |
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (68% 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 Saturday
Local time
4:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Destination
Afternoon in Silver Spring on Saturday
Local time
4:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
45°F
New Hope, PA
53 mi in
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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This route is characterized as a 'Turn-heavy local drive,' meaning you'll be navigating a series of turns and changes in road designation. Approximately 29% of the drive involves highway travel, but much of it will be on local roads like Lower York Road and York Road, interspersed with US 206. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 16.6 miles on Lower York Road, offering a brief period of more consistent travel before further turns resume. Be prepared for a dynamic driving experience that requires your attention to navigation.
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 1.3 miles in near PA 63 / Moreland Road.
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 29 significant decision points across 105.5 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 1.3 miles (PA 63 / Moreland Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles (PA 263 / York Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 33.6 miles (NJ 31): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 52m. Total distance: 105.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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