Trip from Altoona, PA to Lawrence Park, PA

Drive Time

4h 19m

Distance

222.7 mi

358 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$37

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

4h 6m ★

6 AM

4h 20m

8 AM

4h 46m

10 AM

4h 29m

12 PM

4h 26m

3 PM

4h 30m

5 PM

4h 45m

8 PM

4h 12m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Lawrence Park, PA

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Trip Overview

Traveling from Altoona to Lawrence Park covers 222.7 miles and typically takes about 4 hours and 19 minutes. Because this is a manageable distance for a single day of travel, you can comfortably complete the journey in one day without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $37 for fuel to cover the trip. The route transitions through the Northeast region of Pennsylvania, utilizing a mix of the Keystone Shortway, I-79, and the Tyrone Pike. It is a straightforward drive that works well for those looking to reach their destination efficiently while keeping travel logistics simple.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

111.4 miles from Altoona, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 12m into the drive .

Drive Character

This trip offers a mixed driving profile, balancing high-speed transit with local road navigation. Only 35% of the route consists of highway travel, meaning you will experience varied road conditions throughout your 222.7-mile trek. You can expect a significant, uninterrupted segment of 102.7 miles while traversing the Keystone Shortway, which provides a steady rhythm before the road character shifts. Be prepared for the transition between the interstate portions and the more local sections, as the pace of your drive will fluctuate based on the road type.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.

There are about 28 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Keystone Shortway is the longest continuous segment at about 102.7 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 21 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Lexington Avenue.

Route Complexity 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 222.7 miles you will encounter 21 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Lexington Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.4 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 216 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 21 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | Lexington Avenue

Turn left onto Lexington Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

6.4 mi into trip | ~10m in

Take the ramp toward I 99 North, US 220 North: Tyrone

Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 99 North, US 220 North: Tyrone

216 mi into trip | ~4h 5m in

Take the exit toward PA 5 East, PA 290 East: 12th Street

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 183A Toward PA 5 East, PA 290 East: 12th Street

221.3 mi into trip | ~4h 16m in | PA 5 / Franklin Avenue

At end of road, turn left onto PA 5 / Franklin Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

221.8 mi into trip | ~4h 17m in | PA 5 / East Lake Road

Turn right onto PA 5 / East Lake Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Keystone Shortway	102.7 mi	1h 50m
I 79	65.8 mi	1h 10m
Tyrone Pike	13 mi	19m
I 99	12.2 mi	13m
Philipsburg Bigler Highway	7.1 mi	8m
West 12th Street	5.1 mi	10m
East Pleasant Valley Boulevard	2.8 mi	4m
Woodland Bigler Highway	2.8 mi	3m

Longest stretch: Keystone Shortway — 102.7 mi, about 1h 50m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Altoona, PA and Lawrence Park, PA.

Start on 7th Street

0.2 mi · 24 sec · 7th Street

Turn left onto Lexington Avenue

257 ft · 16 sec · Lexington Avenue

Use the left lane.

Turn left onto 8th Street

0.4 mi · 45 sec · 8th Street

Turn left onto PA 764

1.6 mi · 2 min · 6th Avenue

Turn right onto Greenwood Road

0.6 mi · 1 min · Greenwood Road

Turn left onto PA 764

0.2 mi · 21 sec · East Walton Avenue

Turn left onto US 220 Business; PA 764

2.8 mi · 4 min · East Pleasant Valley Boulevard

Turn right onto PA 764

0.6 mi · 1 min · Sabbath Rest Road

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 38 sec

Toward I 99 North, US 220 North: Tyrone

Merge onto I 99; US 220

12 mi · 13 min · I 99; US 220

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min

Toward PA 350: Bald Eagle

Turn left onto US 220 Business

0.8 mi · 1 min · I-99 Access

Continue on PA 350

13 mi · 19 min · Tyrone Pike

Continue on PA 350

1.4 mi · 2 min · South Centre Street

Continue on US 322; PA 53

0.3 mi · 25 sec · North Front Street

Continue on US 322

7.1 mi · 8 min · Philipsburg Bigler Highway

Continue on US 322

2.8 mi · 3 min · Woodland Bigler Highway

Turn right onto PA 970

1.6 mi · 2 min · Shawville Highway

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 40 sec

Merge onto I 80

103 mi · 1 hr 50 min · Keystone Shortway

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min

Toward I 79 North: Erie

Merge onto I 79

66 mi · 1 hr 10 min · I 79

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 49 sec

Exit 183A Toward PA 5 East, PA 290 East: 12th Street

Turn right onto PA 5; PA 290

5.1 mi · 10 min · West 12th Street

Use the straight / right lanes.

At end of road, turn left onto PA 5

0.5 mi · 1 min · Franklin Avenue

Use the left lane.

Turn right onto PA 5

0.8 mi · 1 min · East Lake Road

Use the straight / right lanes.

Turn right onto Lawrence Parkway

341 ft · 8 sec · Lawrence Parkway

Arrive at destination

Lawrence Parkway

Trip Plan

To keep your drive smooth, plan for at least one dedicated stop to break up the 4-hour and 19-minute transit time. Since the highway share is relatively low at 35%, pay close attention to your navigation when transitioning off the Keystone Shortway to ensure you stay on track. Leaving earlier in the day is always a smart move to avoid fatigue during the final leg of your journey. Given the $37 estimated fuel cost, check your tank before starting the longest 102.7-mile stretch to avoid unnecessary fuel stops in more remote areas. Flexibility is your biggest advantage here, allowing you to pace the drive in a way that best suits your schedule.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 111.4 miles from Altoona, PA, or about 2h 12m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 102.7 miles.

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 80 miles or 1h 38m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 111.4 miles or 2h 12m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 29m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lawrence Park, PA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Altoona, 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 Altoona, PA

This is one driving day of about 222.7 miles and 4h 19m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Altoona, PA.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on Keystone Shortway for about 102.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 111.4 mi from Altoona, PA · 2h 12m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Jamestown, NY

111 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

Jamestown, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Lakewood, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 111.4 miles from Altoona, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Keystone Shortway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 102.7 miles.

Arriving in Lawrence Park, PA

The final approach into Lawrence Park, 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 Lawrence Park, PA.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$36.85 one way

$73.70 round trip

$4.20/gal 25.4 MPG avg 78 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.60	$40.32	$80.65
premium	$4.92	$43.15	$86.31
diesel	$5.64	$49.48	$98.95

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$37

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$62–$87

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 77.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	66.8	0	$23.38	$10.69
Efficient EV	55.7	0	$19.49	$8.91
EV Truck/SUV	89.1	1	$31.18	$14.25

Gas CO2

78 kg

EV CO2

26 kg (67% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Altoona, PA

Evening in Altoona on Sunday

Local time

7:27 PM

EDT

Current temp

60°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Lawrence Park, PA

Evening in Lawrence Park on Sunday

Local time

7:27 PM

EDT

Current temp

50°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

10 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

4h 19m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Altoona, PA to Lawrence Park, PA covers 222.7 miles and takes about 4h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Keystone Shortway, I 79, Tyrone Pike. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 111.4 miles from Altoona, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $36.85 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

The route from Altoona, PA to Lawrence Park, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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Trip from Altoona, PA to Lawrence Park, PA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Lawrence Park, PA

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Altoona, PA

Lawrence Park, PA

Same local time

10 degrees cooler at arrival

4h 19m on the road

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