Origin
Blossburg, PA
Late night in Blossburg on Thursday
Local time
12:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Blossburg, PA to Mardin, PA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
25m
Distance
16.6 mi
27 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 23m
★
6 AM
0h 26m
8 AM
0h 30m
10 AM
0h 27m
12 PM
0h 27m
3 PM
0h 27m
5 PM
0h 30m
8 PM
0h 24m
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
This short, 16.6-mile journey from Blossburg, PA, to Marden, PA, is easily manageable in just 25 minutes. Designed as a single-day trip, it primarily utilizes the Appalachian Thruway and Route 6, with a brief section on Orebed Road. With a modest fuel cost estimated at $3, this drive offers a straightforward way to connect two points within Pennsylvania's Northeast region. It's the kind of quick transit that doesn't require an overnight stay, allowing you to maximize your time at your destination or simply enjoy a brief change of scenery.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
8.3 miles from Blossburg, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 10m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, with only 16% of the journey on highways. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 9.4 miles along the Appalachian Thruway. This road profile suggests a dynamic driving experience, likely involving frequent adjustments and a more intimate connection with the local landscape rather than long, monotonous highway stretches. As you navigate, you'll experience varied road conditions and potentially smaller communities.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Appalachian Thruway is the longest continuous segment at about 9.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Main Street.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 16.6 miles you will encounter 10 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 0.1 miles (Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (North Williamson Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (Boone Run Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Main Street
Turn right onto Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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North Williamson Road
Turn left onto North Williamson Road
Navigation decision point
6
1.2 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
Boone Run Road
Turn right onto Boone Run Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
1.3 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward US 15 North: Mansfield
Navigation decision point
Toward US 15 North: Mansfield
8
11.1 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Take the exit toward US 6: Mansfield, Wellsboro
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 182
Toward US 6: Mansfield, Wellsboro
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 Blossburg, PA to Mardin, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Wellsboro along the way.
Wellsboro
11.1 mi in
|
~13m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Appalachian Thruway | 9.4 mi | 10m |
| Route 6 | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| Orebed Road | 0.9 mi | 3m |
| Moore Road | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| North Williamson Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Hollow Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North Schodac Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Appalachian Thruway
— 9.4 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Blossburg, PA and Mardin, PA.
1
Start on Hannibal Street
351 ft
·
20 sec
·
Hannibal Street
2
Turn right onto Main Street
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Main Street
3
Turn left onto North Williamson Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North Williamson Road
4
Turn right onto Boone Run Road
194 ft
·
6 sec
·
Boone Run Road
Use the right lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Toward US 15 North: Mansfield
6
Merge onto I 99; US 15
9.4 mi
·
10 min
·
Appalachian Thruway
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 182
Toward US 6: Mansfield, Wellsboro
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork
282 ft
·
8 sec
9
Turn straight onto US 6
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
West Wellsboro Street
10
Continue on US 6
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Route 6
Use the straight lane.
11
Turn right onto North Schodac Road
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
North Schodac Road
12
Continue on Hollow Road
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
Hollow Road
13
Turn right onto Moore Road
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Moore Road
14
Turn left onto Orebed Road
0.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Orebed Road
15
Arrive at destination
Orebed Road
Trip Plan
Given its short 25-minute duration and 16.6-mile length, this trip offers plenty of flexibility. You can depart at your leisure, and with only one recommended day, an overnight stop isn't necessary. Plan to keep your fuel tank topped up, as the longest stretch without significant turns is less than 10 miles. Since there are no specific stops recommended, you can easily make this a direct transit, or if you have extra time, keep an eye out for local points of interest as you travel the Appalachian Thruway and Route 6.
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 8.3 miles from Blossburg, PA, or about 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 9.4 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 16.6 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 8.3 miles or 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 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Mardin, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Blossburg, PA.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Blossburg, PA
This is one driving day of about 16.6 miles and 25m.
At 16.6 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on Appalachian Thruway for about 9.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 8.3 mi from Blossburg, PA · 10m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 16.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 8.3 miles from Blossburg, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Mardin, PA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Mardin, PA if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.75 one way
$5.50 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $3.01 | $6.03 |
| premium | $4.93 | $3.22 | $6.44 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.67 | $7.33 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.66
Appalachian Thruway
(9.4 mi)
$0.66
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
$3
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5 | 0 | $1.74 | $0.80 |
| Efficient EV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.45 | $0.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.6 | 0 | $2.32 | $1.06 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Mardin, PA
Late night in Mardin on Thursday
Local time
12:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
28 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Blossburg, PA to Mardin, PA covers 16.6 miles and takes about 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Appalachian Thruway, Route 6, Orebed Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.3 miles from Blossburg, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.75 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 16.6 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (North Williamson Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (Boone Run Road): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Blossburg, PA to Mardin, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Wellsboro along the way.
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