Origin
Altoona, PA
Afternoon in Altoona on Saturday
Local time
1:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Altoona, PA to Warren, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 11m
Distance
129.5 mi
208 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 0m
★
6 AM
3h 11m
8 AM
3h 35m
10 AM
3h 20m
12 PM
3h 17m
3 PM
3h 21m
5 PM
3h 34m
8 PM
3h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Warren, PA
RDNE Stock project
Trip Overview
The drive from Altoona, PA to Warren, PA covers 129.5 miles and takes about 3h 11m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Tyrone Pike, US 219, I 99 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 13 miles on Tyrone Pike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $21.47 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
64.7 miles from Altoona, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 27m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Tyrone Pike | 13 mi | 19m |
| US 219 | 12.3 mi | 18m |
| I 99 | 12.2 mi | 13m |
| Keystone Shortway | 11.6 mi | 12m |
| Montmorenci Road | 8.8 mi | 13m |
| PA 948 | 8.6 mi | 12m |
| State Park Road | 7.5 mi | 13m |
| Grand Army of the Republic Highway | 7.4 mi | 11m |
Longest stretch:
Tyrone Pike
— 13 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Altoona, PA and Warren, PA.
1
Start on 7th Street
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
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7th Street
2
Turn left onto Lexington Avenue
257 ft
·
16 sec
·
Lexington Avenue
Use the left lane.
3
Turn left onto 8th Street
0.4 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
12 mi
·
13 min
·
I 99; US 220
11
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward PA 350: Bald Eagle
12
Turn left onto US 220 Business
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
I-99 Access
13
Continue on PA 350
13 mi
·
19 min
·
Tyrone Pike
14
Continue on PA 350
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
South Centre Street
15
Continue on US 322; PA 53
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
North Front Street
16
Continue on US 322
7.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Philipsburg Bigler Highway
17
Continue on US 322
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Woodland Bigler Highway
18
Turn right onto PA 970
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Shawville Highway
Use the straight lane.
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
20
Merge onto I 80
12 mi
·
12 min
·
Keystone Shortway
21
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward PA 153: Clearfield, Penfield
22
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
23
Turn straight onto PA 153
7.5 mi
·
13 min
·
State Park Road
24
Continue on PA 153
5.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Hoovertown Road
25
Continue on PA 153
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Penfield Road
26
At end of road, turn right onto US 219
12 mi
·
18 min
·
US 219
27
Turn right onto PA 948
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Montmorenci Avenue
28
Continue on PA 948
8.8 mi
·
13 min
·
Montmorenci Road
29
Continue on PA 948
5.4 mi
·
7 min
·
Highland Road
30
At end of road, turn left onto PA 66
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Kane-Russell City Road
31
Take the exit onto PA 948
8.6 mi
·
12 min
·
PA 948
32
Continue on PA 666
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
PA 666
33
At end of road, turn left onto US 6
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
West Main Street
34
Continue on US 6
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
35
Continue on US 6
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
36
Continue on US 6
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
37
Continue on US 6
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Main Street
38
Continue on US 6
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Crescent Park
Use the straight lane.
39
Continue on Crescent Park
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Crescent Park
Use the right lane.
40
Turn right onto Hickory Bridge
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Hickory Bridge
Use the right lane.
41
Turn right onto US 6 Business
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
Pennsylvania Avenue West
Use the right lane.
42
Enter roundabout onto US 6 Business
253 ft
·
4 sec
·
US 6 Business
43
Arrive at destination
US 6 Business
Trip Plan
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 64.7 miles from Altoona, PA, or about 1h 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 13 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 28 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 64.7 miles or 1h 27m 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 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Warren, 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 129.5 miles and 3h 11m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 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 Tyrone Pike for about 13 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
65 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 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 64.7 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 255 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 129.2 — 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
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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
|
~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
5
46.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
6
129.1 mi into trip
|
~3h 10m in
|
Hickory Bridge
Turn right onto Hickory Bridge
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
129.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 10m in
|
US 6 Business / Pennsylvania Avenue West
Turn right onto US 6 Business / Pennsylvania Avenue West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.47 one way
$42.94 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
45 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $23.51 | $47.03 |
| premium | $4.93 | $25.11 | $50.23 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.59 | $57.18 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 45.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 38.9 | 0 | $13.60 | $6.22 |
| Efficient EV | 32.4 | 0 | $11.33 | $5.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 51.8 | 0 | $18.13 | $8.29 |
Gas CO2
45 kg
EV CO2
15 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
Warren, PA
Afternoon in Warren on Saturday
Local time
1:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°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
21 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
3h 11m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Johnstown Flood National Memorial
National Memorial
The South Fork Dam failed on Friday, May 31, 1889, and unleashed 20,000,000 tons of water that devastated Johnstown, PA. The flood killed 2,209 people but it brought the nation and the world together...
23 mi from route
~58 min detour
Free
Park Closure: North Abutment Overlook Closure
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a 3h 11m drive with frequent turns across 129.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 43 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Tyrone Pike is the longest continuous segment at about 13 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
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.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 25 significant decision points across 129.5 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 0.2 miles (Lexington Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.4 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 46.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
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.
On the drive from Altoona, PA to Warren, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Penfield along the way.
Penfield
58.4 mi in
|
~1h 15m
About the Cities
Arriving in Warren, PA
Full guide →Warren is a city in Warren County, Pennsylvania. It is the county seat of the county.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 11m. Total distance: 129.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 11m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Altoona, PA to Warren, PA covers 129.5 miles and takes about 3h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Tyrone Pike, US 219, I 99. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 64.7 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 $21.47 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 25 significant decision points across 129.5 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.
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 46.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
On the drive from Altoona, PA to Warren, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Penfield along the way.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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