Origin
Altoona, PA
Evening in Altoona on Sunday
Local time
8:30 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Altoona, PA to Lehighton, PA
Drive Time
3h 30m
Distance
177.7 mi
286 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 18m
★
6 AM
3h 30m
8 AM
3h 55m
10 AM
3h 39m
12 PM
3h 36m
3 PM
3h 40m
5 PM
3h 54m
8 PM
3h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lehighton, PA
Andaru Firmansyah
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Altoona to Lehighton, expect a 177.7-mile journey that typically takes about 3 hours and 30 minutes to complete. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. Budget approximately $29 for fuel to cover the distance across the Northeast region of Pennsylvania. You will primarily utilize I-99, the Keystone Shortway, and Hudson Drive to navigate between these two points. It is a straightforward transit that balances highway efficiency with local road navigation, making it a reliable choice for travelers looking to move across the state efficiently.
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
88.8 miles from Altoona, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 42m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that requires your full attention behind the wheel. While about 29% of your journey consists of highway travel, the remainder of the route keeps you engaged with more technical, local road conditions. You will spend a significant portion of your time on the Keystone Shortway, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 95.3 miles. The transition from high-speed interstate segments to local roads creates a shifting driving experience that keeps the trip from feeling monotonous. Prepare for a mix of pacing that demands a hands-on approach rather than simple cruise-control driving.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 39 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 95.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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 0.2 miles in near Lexington Avenue.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 177.7 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 0.2 miles (Lexington Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.4 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 37.3 miles (I 99; US 220; US 322): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 21 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Lexington Avenue
Turn left onto Lexington Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
6.4 mi into trip
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~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
6
37.3 mi into trip
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~44m in
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I 99; US 220; US 322
Keep slight left at fork onto I 99; US 220; US 322
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
41.2 mi into trip
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~48m in
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I 99; US 220
Keep slight left at fork onto I 99; US 220 toward I 99 North, US 220 North: Bellefonte
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 99 North, US 220 North: Bellefonte
7
53.6 mi into trip
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~1h 3m in
Turn left toward I 80 East, US 220 North: Williamsport
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 80 East, US 220 North: Williamsport
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Altoona, PA to Lehighton, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Nescopeck along the way.
Nescopeck
149.1 mi in
|
~2h 47m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Keystone Shortway | 95.3 mi | 1h 43m |
| I 99 | 46.9 mi | 52m |
| Hudson Drive | 5.8 mi | 8m |
| West Broad Street | 3.8 mi | 4m |
| State Route 93 | 3.7 mi | 7m |
| East Pleasant Valley Boulevard | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Hunter Street | 2.8 mi | 3m |
| East Catawissa Street | 2.5 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Keystone Shortway
— 95.3 mi, about 1h 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Altoona, PA and Lehighton, PA.
1
Start on 7th Street
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
7th Street
2
Turn left onto Lexington Avenue
257 ft
·
16 sec
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Lexington Avenue
Use the left lane.
3
Turn left onto 8th Street
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
8th Street
4
Turn left onto PA 764
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
6th Avenue
5
Turn right onto Greenwood Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Greenwood Road
6
Turn left onto PA 764
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
East Walton Avenue
7
Turn left onto US 220 Business; PA 764
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
East Pleasant Valley Boulevard
8
Turn right onto PA 764
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Sabbath Rest Road
9
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 99 North, US 220 North: Tyrone
10
Merge onto I 99; US 220
31 mi
·
32 min
·
I 99; US 220
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 99; US 220; US 322
4.0 mi
·
4 min
·
I 99; US 220; US 322
Use the straight lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 99; US 220
12 mi
·
14 min
·
I 99; US 220
Toward I 99 North, US 220 North: Bellefonte
13
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 80 East, US 220 North: Williamsport
Use the left lane.
14
Merge onto I 80; US 220
95 mi
·
1 hr 43 min
·
Keystone Shortway
Use the none lane.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward PA 93: Conyngham, Nescopeck
16
Keep slight right at fork
444 ft
·
11 sec
17
Turn straight onto PA 93
0.6 mi
·
57 sec
·
Berwick Hazleton Highway
18
Continue on PA 93
3.7 mi
·
7 min
·
State Route 93
19
Continue on PA 93
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Valmont Parkway
20
Continue on PA 93
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Susquehanna Boulevard
21
Continue on PA 93
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
·
North Broad Street
22
Continue on PA 93; PA 924
3.8 mi
·
4 min
·
West Broad Street
23
Continue on PA 93
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Berwick Street
24
Continue on PA 93
0.5 mi
·
34 sec
·
Broad Street
25
Continue on PA 93
5.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Hudson Drive
26
Continue on State Route 93
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Hunter Street
27
Continue on PA 93
523 ft
·
13 sec
·
Hudson Drive
28
At end of road, turn left onto US 209
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
East Catawissa Street
29
Continue on US 209
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
·
Lehigh Avenue
30
Continue on US 209
0.5 mi
·
39 sec
·
Lehigh Street
31
Turn left onto US 209
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
Susquehanna Street
32
Continue on US 209
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Mauch Chunk Street
33
Continue on US 209
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North 1st Street
34
Continue on US 209
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
·
North First Street
35
Turn right onto North Street
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
North Street
36
At end of road, turn left onto 3rd Street
83 ft
·
7 sec
·
3rd Street
37
Turn right onto Mahoning Street
467 ft
·
16 sec
·
Mahoning Street
38
Turn left onto South 4th Street
87 ft
·
3 sec
·
South 4th Street
39
Arrive at destination
South 4th Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a manageable 3.5-hour drive, you have the flexibility to depart at your leisure, though planning for at least one dedicated stop will help you stay refreshed. Keep in mind that with 177.7 miles to cover, you should monitor your fuel levels to ensure you stay within your $29 budget. Because the route relies heavily on local roads for a large percentage of the journey, avoid rushing through the segments off the main highway to stay safe on the tighter turns. Use the longest stretch on the Keystone Shortway to make up time early, then adjust your speed accordingly as you transition onto the more winding local sections near your destination.
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 88.8 miles from Altoona, PA, or about 1h 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 95.3 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 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 88.8 miles or 1h 42m 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 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lehighton, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Altoona, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 177.7 miles and 3h 30m.
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 95.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 88.8 mi from Altoona, PA · 1h 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
89 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 88.8 miles from Altoona, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Keystone Shortway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 95.3 miles.
Arriving in Lehighton, PA
The final approach into Lehighton, 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 Lehighton, PA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$29.40 one way
$58.81 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
62 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $32.17 | $64.35 |
| premium | $4.92 | $34.43 | $68.87 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $39.48 | $78.96 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 62.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 53.3 | 0 | $18.66 | $8.53 |
| Efficient EV | 44.4 | 0 | $15.55 | $7.11 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 71.1 | 0 | $24.88 | $11.37 |
Gas CO2
62 kg
EV CO2
21 kg (66% 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
Lehighton, PA
Evening in Lehighton on Sunday
Local time
8:30 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
3h 30m 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 Altoona, PA to Lehighton, PA covers 177.7 miles and takes about 3h 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Keystone Shortway, I 99, Hudson Drive. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 88.8 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 $29.40 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 177.7 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.
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 37.3 miles (I 99; US 220; US 322): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Altoona, PA to Lehighton, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Nescopeck along the way.
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