Trip from Baldwin, PA to Hempfield, PA

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Drive Time

4h 33m

Distance

228.8 mi

368 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$38

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

4h 20m ★

6 AM

4h 33m

8 AM

5h 0m

10 AM

4h 43m

12 PM

4h 40m

3 PM

4h 44m

5 PM

4h 59m

8 PM

4h 25m

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

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Trip Overview

The drive from Baldwin, PA to Hempfield, PA covers 228.8 miles and takes about 4h 33m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Pennsylvania Turnpike, PA 283, Lincoln Way for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 180.7 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $37.93 one way before food or hotel costs.

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

114.4 miles from Baldwin, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 19m into the drive .

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Drive Character

This is a 4h 33m highway drive covering 228.8 miles, with most of the trip on Pennsylvania Turnpike and PA 283. The longest continuous stretch is about 180.7 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Pennsylvania Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 180.7 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and PA 283. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Keeport Drive.

Route Complexity 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 228.8 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: near the start (Keeport Drive): Navigation decision point; at 6.2 miles (Yellow Belt): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 19.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 15 key points

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

0 mi into trip | ~0m in | Keeport Drive

Turn left onto Keeport Drive

Navigation decision point

6.2 mi into trip | ~10m in | Yellow Belt

Keep slight left at fork onto Yellow Belt

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.

19.1 mi into trip | ~34m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 76 East: Harrisburg

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward I 76 East: Harrisburg

200.1 mi into trip | ~3h 53m in

Take the exit toward I 283, PA 283: Harrisburg, Hershey

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 247 Toward I 283, PA 283: Harrisburg, Hershey

200.6 mi into trip | ~3h 56m in

Take the exit toward PA 283 East: Airport, Lancaster

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

Exit 1A Toward PA 283 East: Airport, Lancaster

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Baldwin, PA and Hempfield, PA, road signs point toward Patp, Hershey and Lancaster.

Patp

18.7 mi in | ~33m

Hershey

200.1 mi in | ~3h 53m

Lancaster

200.6 mi in | ~3h 56m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike	180.7 mi	3h 18m
PA 283	21.8 mi	25m
Lincoln Way	6.2 mi	11m
Lebanon Church Road	3.9 mi	6m
Lincoln Highway	3.3 mi	6m
Prospect Road	2.5 mi	4m
Yellow Belt	2.1 mi	3m
Marietta Avenue	1.4 mi	2m

Longest stretch: Pennsylvania Turnpike — 180.7 mi, about 3h 18m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Baldwin, PA and Hempfield, PA.

Start on Travis Drive

42 ft · 7 sec · Travis Drive

Turn left onto Keeport Drive

0.1 mi · 22 sec · Keeport Drive

Turn left onto Yellow Belt

0.9 mi · 1 min · Curry Hollow Road

Continue on Yellow Belt

2.9 mi · 4 min · Lebanon Church Road

Keep slight right at fork onto Yellow Belt

1.0 mi · 1 min · Lebanon Church Road

Turn slight right onto Yellow Belt

0.5 mi · 45 sec · Pittsburgh McKeesport Boulevard

Continue on Yellow Belt

0.4 mi · 35 sec · Richland Avenue

Continue on Yellow Belt

0.4 mi · 31 sec · W.D. Mansfield Memorial Bridge

Keep slight left at fork onto Yellow Belt

2.1 mi · 3 min · Yellow Belt

Use the straight lane.

Continue on PA 148; Yellow Belt

1.0 mi · 2 min · 5th Avenue

Use the straight / right lanes.

Turn right onto Lincoln Way

5.9 mi · 10 min · Lincoln Way

Use the straight lane.

Continue on Lincoln Way

0.3 mi · 37 sec · Lincoln Way

Turn slight right onto US 30

3.3 mi · 6 min · Lincoln Highway

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 24 sec

Toward PATP, I 76

Continue on this road

0.2 mi · 21 sec · this road

Toward PATP, I 76

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 44 sec

Toward I 76 East: Harrisburg Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 76; PATP

181 mi · 3 hr 18 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 2 min

Exit 247 Toward I 283, PA 283: Harrisburg, Hershey Use the slight right lane.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 45 sec

Exit 1A Toward PA 283 East: Airport, Lancaster

Merge onto PA 283

22 mi · 25 min · PA 283

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 34 sec

Toward Salunga

Turn right onto Spooky Nook Road

1.0 mi · 1 min · Spooky Nook Road

Continue on Prospect Road

2.5 mi · 4 min · Prospect Road

Turn left onto PA 23

1.4 mi · 2 min · Marietta Avenue

Use the left lane.

Turn right onto Summit Drive

0.5 mi · 1 min · Summit Drive

Continue on Summit Drive

0.4 mi · 55 sec · Summit Drive

Arrive at destination

Summit Drive

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 114.4 miles from Baldwin, PA, or about 2h 19m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 180.7 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 41m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 114.4 miles or 2h 19m 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 39m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Baldwin, 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 Baldwin, PA

This is one driving day of about 228.8 miles and 4h 33m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Baldwin, 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 Pennsylvania Turnpike for about 180.7 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 114.4 mi from Baldwin, PA · 2h 19m into the drive

town in Allegany County, New York, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Cuba, NY

114 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

Washington, DC

Fuel and coffee

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

Cuba, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 114.4 miles from Baldwin, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Pennsylvania Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 180.7 miles.

Arriving in Hempfield, PA

The final approach into Hempfield, 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 Hempfield, 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

$37.93 one way

$75.86 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 80 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.61	$41.54	$83.09
premium	$4.93	$44.37	$88.75
diesel	$5.61	$50.52	$101.03

Estimated Tolls: $23.49

Pennsylvania Turnpike (180.7 mi) $23.49

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

$38

Tolls

$23

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$86–$111

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 80.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	68.6	0	$24.02	$10.98
Efficient EV	57.2	0	$20.02	$9.15
EV Truck/SUV	91.5	1	$32.03	$14.64

Gas CO2

80 kg

EV CO2

27 kg (66% 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 22 hours ago

Origin

Baldwin, PA

Night in Baldwin on Tuesday

Local time

10:10 PM

EDT

Current temp

57°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Hempfield, PA

Night in Hempfield on Tuesday

Local time

10:10 PM

EDT

Current temp

57°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

51°F

Cuba, NY

114 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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

4h 33m 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 Baldwin, PA to Hempfield, PA covers 228.8 miles and takes about 4h 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike, PA 283, Lincoln Way. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 114.4 miles from Baldwin, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $37.93 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.