Origin
Coraopolis, PA
Morning in Coraopolis on Saturday
Local time
10:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Coraopolis, PA to Altoona, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 40m
Distance
110.2 mi
177 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 30m
★
6 AM
2h 41m
8 AM
3h 2m
10 AM
2h 48m
12 PM
2h 46m
3 PM
2h 49m
5 PM
3h 1m
8 PM
2h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Coraopolis, PA
Simas Kačiušis
Trip Overview
The drive from Coraopolis, PA to Altoona, PA covers 110.2 miles and takes about 2h 40m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on William Penn Highway, Penn-Lincoln Parkway East, Admiral Peary Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 61.6 miles on William Penn Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.73 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
55.1 miles from Coraopolis, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 25m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 40m. Total distance: 110.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 40m drive with frequent turns across 110.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
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 61.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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 7.7 miles in near Angelina 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 11 significant decision points across 110.2 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 7.7 miles (Angelina Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 11.5 miles (I 376; US 22; US 30 / Penn-Lincoln Parkway East): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 26.3 miles (US 22 / William Penn Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
7.7 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
Angelina Avenue
Turn left onto Angelina Avenue
Navigation decision point
7
11.5 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
I 376; US 22; US 30 / Penn-Lincoln Parkway East
Keep slight right at fork onto I 376; US 22; US 30 / Penn-Lincoln Parkway East toward I 376 East: Monroeville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward I 376 East: Monroeville
5
26.3 mi into trip
|
~43m in
|
US 22 / William Penn Highway
Merge onto US 22 / William Penn Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
102 mi into trip
|
~2h 29m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 99 North, US 220 North: Altoona
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 99 North, US 220 North: Altoona
5
107.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 36m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Altoona
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward Altoona
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 Coraopolis, PA to Altoona, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Bedford along the way.
Bedford
101.5 mi in
|
~2h 28m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| William Penn Highway | 61.6 mi | 1h 25m |
| Penn-Lincoln Parkway East | 14.7 mi | 20m |
| Admiral Peary Highway | 13.7 mi | 19m |
| I 99 | 4.4 mi | 4m |
| West Carson Street | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| Coraopolis Road | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Island Avenue | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Robinson Boulevard | 1.5 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
William Penn Highway
— 61.6 mi, about 1h 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Coraopolis, PA and Altoona, PA.
1
Start on PA 51
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
5th Avenue
2
Continue on PA 51; Yellow Belt
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
State Avenue
3
Continue on PA 51; Yellow Belt
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Coraopolis Road
4
Turn slight left onto PA 51
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Old Fleming Park Road
5
Continue on PA 51
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Robinson Boulevard
6
Continue on PA 51
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Island Avenue
7
Turn left onto Angelina Avenue
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Angelina Avenue
8
Turn right onto West Carson Street Extension
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Carson Street Extension
9
Continue on West Carson Street
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
West Carson Street
10
Turn slight right
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Toward PA 837 South: Downtown
11
Turn straight onto PA 837
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Carson Street
12
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
13
Merge onto I 376; US 22; US 30
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Penn-Lincoln Parkway West
14
Keep slight right at fork onto I 376; US 22; US 30
15 mi
·
20 min
·
Penn-Lincoln Parkway East
Toward I 376 East: Monroeville
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
15
Merge onto US 22
45 mi
·
1 hr 5 min
·
William Penn Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Continue on US 22
14 mi
·
19 min
·
Admiral Peary Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Continue on US 22
17 mi
·
19 min
·
William Penn Highway
18
Continue on this road
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
this road
Toward I 99, US 220: Altoona, Bedford
19
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 99 North, US 220 North: Altoona
20
Merge onto I 99; US 220
4.4 mi
·
4 min
·
I 99; US 220
21
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward 17th Street
22
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward Altoona
23
Turn straight onto 17th Street
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
17th Street
24
Turn right onto PA 764
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
6th Avenue
25
Turn left onto 7th Street
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
7th Street
26
Arrive at destination
7th Street
Trip Plan
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 55.1 miles from Coraopolis, PA, or about 1h 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 61.6 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 24 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 55.1 miles or 1h 25m 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 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Altoona, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Coraopolis, 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 Coraopolis, PA
This is one driving day of about 110.2 miles and 2h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Coraopolis, 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 William Penn Highway for about 61.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 55.1 mi from Coraopolis, PA · 1h 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
55 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 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 55.1 miles from Coraopolis, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before William Penn Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 61.6 miles.
Arriving in Altoona, PA
The final approach into Altoona, 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 Altoona, PA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.73 one way
$35.45 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
39 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $19.95 | $39.91 |
| premium | $4.95 | $21.49 | $42.99 |
| diesel | $5.98 | $25.94 | $51.89 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.6 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 33.1 | 0 | $11.57 | $5.29 |
| Efficient EV | 27.6 | 0 | $9.64 | $4.41 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 44.1 | 0 | $15.43 | $7.05 |
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 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
Altoona, PA
Morning in Altoona on Saturday
Local time
10:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°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
15 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 40m 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 Coraopolis, PA to Altoona, PA covers 110.2 miles and takes about 2h 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are William Penn Highway, Penn-Lincoln Parkway East, Admiral Peary Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 55.1 miles from Coraopolis, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.73 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.
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 11 significant decision points across 110.2 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 7.7 miles (Angelina Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 11.5 miles (I 376; US 22; US 30 / Penn-Lincoln Parkway East): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 26.3 miles (US 22 / William Penn Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Coraopolis, PA to Altoona, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Bedford 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. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
Was this helpful?
Thanks for your feedback!
Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!
/500
Recent Tips
·
Explore More
Continue From Altoona, PA
More from Coraopolis, PA
More trips to Altoona, PA
Explore more options from Coraopolis, PA or browse trips ending in Altoona, PA.
Looking for more statewide routes? Browse PA road trips.