This 90.6-mile drive from Chambersburg, PA, to State College, PA, is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 27 minutes. You'll primarily be on Croghan Pike and US 22, with a smaller portion on Standing Stone Road, making for a local feel with about 22% highway travel. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $15, which is quite economical for a day trip. Given its relatively short duration and the turn-heavy nature of the drive, it's perfectly suited for a single day's adventure without needing an overnight stay. This route stays within the Northeast region and the state of Pennsylvania.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
45.3 miles from Chambersburg, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 16m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 27m. Total distance: 90.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (22%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for this 90.6-mile journey. While 22% of the route incorporates highway travel, much of it will feel like navigating local roads. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 15.7 miles on Croghan Pike, so be prepared for frequent adjustments and turns. The road character will likely shift as you progress, moving from more immediate local routes to the slightly faster pace of US 22 before potentially returning to more localized sections. This isn't a monotonous interstate cruise; it requires your attention to navigate the various road types.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 37 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Croghan Pike is the longest continuous segment at about 15.7 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 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 30 / East Queen Street.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 90.6 miles you will encounter 14 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 (US 30 / East Queen Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 11 / South 2nd Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 miles (US 11 / Norland Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|US 30 / East Queen Street
Turn left onto US 30 / East Queen Street
Navigation decision point
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0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|US 11 / South 2nd Street
Turn left onto US 11 / South 2nd Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
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1.6 mi into trip|~4m in|US 11 / Norland Avenue
Turn left onto US 11 / Norland Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
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3.9 mi into trip|~8m in|PA 433; PA 997 Truck / Sunset Pike
Turn left onto PA 433; PA 997 Truck / Sunset Pike
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
14.3 mi into trip|~24m in|PA 641 / Forge Hill Road
At end of road, turn left onto PA 641 / Forge Hill Road
Navigation decision point
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 Chambersburg, PA to State College, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Huntingdon along the way.
Huntingdon
58.8 mi in|~1h 35m|via Penn Street
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Croghan Pike
15.7 mi
23m
US 22
10.8 mi
15m
Standing Stone Road
9.8 mi
14m
Cumberland Highway
8.7 mi
12m
McAlevy's Fort Road
7.4 mi
10m
PA 26
4.7 mi
9m
Standing Stone Parkway
4.2 mi
6m
Timmons Road
3.9 mi
7m
Longest stretch:
Croghan Pike
— 15.7 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chambersburg, PA and State College, PA.
1
Start on US 11
0.1 mi·28 sec·North Main Street
2
Turn left onto US 30
0.1 mi·27 sec·East Queen Street
3
Turn left onto US 11
0.5 mi·1 min·South 2nd Street
Use the straight lane.
4
Turn straight onto US 11
0.5 mi·1 min·Philadelphia Avenue
Use the straight lane.
5
Continue on US 11
442 ft·15 sec·College Avenue
6
Turn left onto US 11
0.3 mi·40 sec·Edgar Avenue
7
Turn left onto US 11
428 ft·12 sec·Norland Avenue
Use the left lane.
8
Continue on US 11
2.3 mi·4 min·Philadelphia Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Turn left onto PA 433; PA 997 Truck
1.7 mi·2 min·Sunset Pike
Use the left lane.
10
Continue on PA 997
8.7 mi·12 min·Cumberland Highway
11
At end of road, turn left onto PA 641
3.0 mi·5 min·Forge Hill Road
12
Continue on PA 641
3.9 mi·7 min·Timmons Road
13
At end of road, turn left onto PA 641
3.0 mi·5 min·Spring Run Road East
14
Continue on PA 641
1.7 mi·3 min·Spring Run Road
15
Continue on PA 641
2.6 mi·4 min·Neelytown Road
16
Continue on PA 641
2.9 mi·5 min·Neelyton Road
17
At end of road, turn right onto US 522
0.2 mi·19 sec·Main Street
18
Continue on US 522
4.9 mi·7 min·Croghan Pike
19
Continue on US 522
0.2 mi·15 sec·Ridgely Street
20
Continue on US 522
0.5 mi·46 sec·Ridgley Street
21
Continue on US 522
11 mi·16 min·Croghan Pike
22
At end of road, turn left onto US 22
11 mi·15 min·US 22
Use the straight lane.
23
Turn slight right onto Penn Street
0.7 mi·1 min·Penn Street
Toward Huntingdon
24
Turn right onto PA 26
0.1 mi·14 sec·2nd Street
25
Turn right onto PA 26
0.7 mi·1 min·Standing Stone Avenue
26
Continue on PA 26
2.7 mi·3 min·Standing Stone Parkway
27
Continue on PA 26
0.8 mi·1 min·Standing Stone Road
28
Continue on PA 26
1.6 mi·2 min·Standing Stone Parkway
29
Continue on PA 26
0.5 mi·41 sec·Stone Creek Road
30
Continue on PA 26
8.9 mi·13 min·Standing Stone Road
31
Continue on PA 26; PA 305
0.9 mi·1 min·Greenwood Road
32
Continue on PA 26
7.4 mi·10 min·McAlevy's Fort Road
33
Continue on PA 26
2.0 mi·3 min·South Water Street
34
Turn slight right onto PA 26
4.7 mi·9 min·PA 26
Use the straight lane.
35
Turn left onto PA 26
0.7 mi·2 min·West Beaver Avenue
36
Turn right onto South Allen Street
77 ft·2 sec·South Allen Street
37
Arrive at destination
South Allen Street
Trip Plan
With a total duration of just over 2 hours and 27 minutes, this 90.6-mile trip offers flexibility. You can leave Chambersburg in the morning and arrive in State College by lunchtime, or depart later in the afternoon. Since there are no designated stops in the data, consider pacing yourself and taking short breaks as needed, especially during the 15.7-mile stretch on Croghan Pike. The $15 fuel cost is minimal, so ensure your tank is adequately filled before you depart to avoid unnecessary stops. Keep an eye out for the transitions between Croghan Pike, US 22, and Standing Stone Road to stay on track for your destination.
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 45.3 miles from Chambersburg, PA, or about 1h 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 15.7 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 20 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.3 miles or 1h 16m 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 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near State College, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Chambersburg, 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 Chambersburg, PA
This is one driving day of about 90.6 miles and 2h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Chambersburg, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Croghan Pike for about 15.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 45.3 mi from Chambersburg, PA
· 1h 16m into the drive
The midpoint is around 45.3 miles from Chambersburg, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in State College, PA
The final approach into State College, 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 State College, PA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument
National Monument
More than 7,800 children from 140 Tribes went to the Carlisle School from 1879 to 1918. The National Park Service will collaborate with families, affiliated Tribal Nations, the US Army, historians, an...
26 mi from route
~65 min detour
Free
near mile 12.5
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.02 one way
$30.04 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg32 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$16.45
$32.90
premium
$4.93
$17.57
$35.14
diesel
$5.61
$20.00
$40.01
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
27.2
0
$9.51
$4.35
Efficient EV
22.7
0
$7.93
$3.62
EV Truck/SUV
36.2
0
$12.68
$5.80
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Chambersburg, PA
Late night
in Chambersburg on Saturday
Local time
1:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
State College, PA
Late night
in State College on Saturday
Local time
1:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°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
16 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
2h 27m 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 Chambersburg, PA to State College, PA covers 90.6 miles and takes about 2h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Croghan Pike, US 22, Standing Stone Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 45.3 miles from Chambersburg, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.02 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 90.6 miles you will encounter 14 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 (US 30 / East Queen Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 11 / South 2nd Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 miles (US 11 / Norland Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Chambersburg, PA to State College, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Huntingdon along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument.
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.
