Origin
Akron, PA
Late night in Akron on Friday
Local time
1:49 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Akron, PA to Whitman, PA
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
1h 14m
Distance
73.2 mi
118 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 9m
★
6 AM
1h 15m
8 AM
1h 27m
10 AM
1h 19m
12 PM
1h 18m
3 PM
1h 20m
5 PM
1h 26m
8 PM
1h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Akron, PA
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Whitman, PA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Akron, PA to Whitman, PA covers 73.2 miles and takes about 1h 14m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North 7th Street, South State Street, South Reading Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.14 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 14m. Total distance: 73.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 14m drive with frequent turns across 73.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North 7th Street 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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Akron, PA to Whitman, PA is easy. At 1h 14m 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 Akron, PA to Whitman, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North 7th Street | — | — |
| South State Street | — | — |
| South Reading Road | — | — |
| Colonel Howard Boulevard | — | — |
| I 76 | — | — |
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | — | — |
| I 76 East | — | — |
| Schuylkill Expressway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
North 7th Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Akron, PA and Whitman, PA.
1
Start on South 9th Street
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
South 9th Street
2
Turn right onto North 7th Street
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
North 7th Street
3
Continue on South State Street
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
·
South State Street
4
Continue on South Reading Road
6.7 mi
·
10 min
·
South Reading Road
5
Turn right onto Colonel Howard Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
Colonel Howard Boulevard
6
Take the ramp straight toward Colonel Howard Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
Colonel Howard Boulevard
7
Keep slight left to continue on Colonel Howard Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Colonel Howard Boulevard
8
Keep slight right to continue on I 76 Toll East: Philadelphia
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
I 76 Toll East: Philadelphia
9
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
39 mi
·
42 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
10
Take the exit slight right toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia
18 mi
·
26 min
·
I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia
11
Keep slight right to continue on Schuylkill Expressway
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Schuylkill Expressway
12
Take the exit slight left toward Passyunk Avenue, Oregon Avenue
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Passyunk Avenue, Oregon Avenue
13
Keep slight left to continue on I 76 East: Walt Whitman Bridge
151 ft
·
6 sec
·
I 76 East: Walt Whitman Bridge
14
Continue on West Oregon Vare Avenue
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
West Oregon Vare Avenue
15
Continue on Oregon Avenue/Vare Avenue
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Oregon Avenue/Vare Avenue
16
Turn left onto South 5th Street
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
South 5th Street
17
Turn right onto Porter Street
466 ft
·
24 sec
·
Porter Street
18
Turn right onto South 4th Street
269 ft
·
14 sec
·
South 4th Street
19
Turn right onto Vollmer Street
236 ft
·
10 sec
·
Vollmer Street
20
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 36.6 mi from Akron, PA · 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.6 miles from Akron, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Whitman, PA
The final approach into Whitman, 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
$12.14 one way
$24.27 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $13.29 | $26.58 |
| premium | $4.93 | $14.20 | $28.39 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.16 | $32.32 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22 | 0 | $7.69 | $3.51 |
| Efficient EV | 18.3 | 0 | $6.41 | $2.93 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.3 | 0 | $10.25 | $4.68 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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
Whitman, PA
Late night in Whitman on Friday
Local time
1:49 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
10 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 14m 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 Akron, PA to Whitman, PA covers 73.2 miles and takes about 1h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North 7th Street, South State Street, South Reading Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 36.6 miles from Akron, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.14 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 Akron, PA to Whitman, PA is easy. At 1h 14m 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 Akron, PA to Whitman, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Akron, PA to Whitman, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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