Origin
Altoona, PA
Afternoon in Altoona on Saturday
Local time
3:12 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Altoona, PA to Monongahela, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 25m
Distance
102.6 mi
165 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 15m
★
6 AM
2h 25m
8 AM
2h 45m
10 AM
2h 32m
12 PM
2h 30m
3 PM
2h 33m
5 PM
2h 44m
8 PM
2h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Monongahela, PA
Michael Taccetta
Trip Overview
Altoona, PA to Monongahela, PA is 102.6 miles and takes about 2h 25m via William Penn Highway and US 22, with a fuel budget near $17 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Pennsylvania, traversing the Northeast region. Expect a mixed drive that combines stretches of highway with more local road segments. It's a straightforward, single-day journey, perfect for when you need to get from point A to point B efficiently without a major time commitment.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
51.3 miles from Altoona, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 10m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| William Penn Highway | 34.2 mi | 47m |
| US 22 | 30.5 mi | 39m |
| Amos K. Hutchinson Bypass | 8.1 mi | 8m |
| PA 136 | 5.5 mi | 8m |
| East Main Street | 4.8 mi | 7m |
| Rainbow Run Road | 4 mi | 7m |
| 6th Avenue | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| Greensburg Pike | 3.2 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
William Penn Highway
— 34.2 mi, about 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Altoona, PA and Monongahela, PA.
1
Start on 7th Street
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
7th Street
2
Turn left onto Lexington Avenue
257 ft
·
16 sec
·
Lexington Avenue
Use the left lane.
3
Turn left onto 8th Street
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
8th Street
4
Turn right onto PA 764
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
7th Avenue
5
Continue on PA 764
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
6th Avenue
Use the straight lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
Toward US 22 West: Ebensburg
7
Continue on US 22
0.3 mi
·
21 sec
·
US 22
8
Keep slight right at fork onto US 22
30 mi
·
39 min
·
US 22
Toward US 22 West: Ebensburg
Use the slight right lane.
9
Continue on US 22
34 mi
·
47 min
·
William Penn Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward PA 66: Greensburg, Delmont
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork
417 ft
·
16 sec
Toward PA 66 South: Greensburg
Use the slight left lane.
12
Merge onto PA 66
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
State Route 66
Toward PA 66 South: Greensburg
Use the left lane.
13
Continue on PA Tpke 66
8.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Amos K. Hutchinson Bypass
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
Exit 4
Toward PA 136: Greensburg, West Newton
15
Turn slight right
145 ft
·
3 sec
16
Turn straight onto PA 136
412 ft
·
11 sec
·
West Newton Street
17
At end of road, turn left onto PA 136
5.5 mi
·
8 min
·
PA 136
18
Turn right onto PA 136
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
West Newton Road
19
Continue on PA 136
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Greensburg Pike
20
At end of road, turn right onto PA 136
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
Mount Pleasant Road
21
Continue on PA 136
4.8 mi
·
7 min
·
East Main Street
22
Continue on PA 136
4.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Rainbow Run Road
23
Continue on PA 136
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Bunola River Road
24
Continue on PA 88; PA 136
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
PA 88; PA 136
25
Continue on PA 88; PA 837; PA 136
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
PA 88; PA 837; PA 136
26
Arrive at destination
PA 88; PA 837; PA 136
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short, one-day drive of just over 100 miles and under 2.5 hours, you have a lot of flexibility in your departure time. Consider leaving mid-morning to avoid any potential early rush hour in Altoona. With a fuel cost estimated at $17, you won't need to worry about excessive spending on gas. Keep an eye on the road signs for transitions between William Penn Highway, US 22, and the Amos K. Hutchinson Bypass, as these changes mark the different driving character of the route and might require your attention.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 51.3 miles from Altoona, PA, or about 1h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.2 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 23 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 51.3 miles or 1h 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Monongahela, 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 102.6 miles and 2h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Altoona, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on William Penn Highway for about 34.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
51 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 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 51.3 miles from Altoona, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 71.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Lexington Avenue
Turn left onto Lexington Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
6.5 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
US 22
Keep slight right at fork onto US 22 toward US 22 West: Ebensburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 22 West: Ebensburg
7
70.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 37m in
Take the exit toward PA 66: Greensburg, Delmont
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward PA 66: Greensburg, Delmont
8
71.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 38m in
Keep slight left at fork toward PA 66 South: Greensburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward PA 66 South: Greensburg
7
71.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 38m in
|
PA 66 / State Route 66
Merge onto PA 66 / State Route 66 toward PA 66 South: Greensburg
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward PA 66 South: Greensburg
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.01 one way
$34.02 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
36 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $18.63 | $37.26 |
| premium | $4.93 | $19.90 | $39.80 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.65 | $45.31 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.57
Amos K. Hutchinson Bypass
(8.1 mi)
$0.57
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.8 | 0 | $10.77 | $4.92 |
| Efficient EV | 25.7 | 0 | $8.98 | $4.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 41 | 0 | $14.36 | $6.57 |
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (67% 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
Monongahela, PA
Afternoon in Monongahela on Saturday
Local time
3:12 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
48°F
Snyder, PA
51 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
17 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
2h 25m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive features a 36% highway share, meaning you'll experience a blend of faster travel and more localized routes. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 34.2 miles on the William Penn Highway. As you progress, the road will transition, offering varied driving conditions from the more direct paths of US 22 and the Amos K. Hutchinson Bypass to potentially more winding or slower sections on other parts of the William Penn Highway. It's not a constant interstate pace, but rather a more dynamic journey.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
William Penn Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 34.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. 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.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 102.6 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 6.5 miles (US 22): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 70.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Altoona, PA and Monongahela, PA, road signs point toward Delmont and Newton.
Delmont
70.9 mi in
|
~1h 37m
Newton
80.2 mi in
|
~1h 48m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 25m. Total distance: 102.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (36%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Altoona, PA to Monongahela, PA covers 102.6 miles and takes about 2h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are William Penn Highway, US 22, Amos K. Hutchinson Bypass. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 51.3 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 $17.01 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 102.6 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 6.5 miles (US 22): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 70.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Altoona, PA and Monongahela, PA, road signs point toward Delmont and Newton.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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