Origin
Dimock, PA
Late night in Dimock on Wednesday
Local time
5:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dimock, PA to Great Bend, PA
Data updated 4 hours ago
Drive Time
38m
Distance
23.8 mi
38 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 35m
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6 AM
0h 38m
8 AM
0h 45m
10 AM
0h 41m
12 PM
0h 40m
3 PM
0h 41m
5 PM
0h 45m
8 PM
0h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dimock, PA
Haneul Trac
Great Bend, PA
Nico Becker
Trip Overview
This short 23.8-mile drive from Dimock to Great Bend, PA, will take you about 38 minutes to complete. Primarily utilizing I-81 and State Route 29, with a portion on Grow Avenue, this route is mostly highway driving. With a fuel cost estimated at $4, it's an economical trip. Given its brief duration and lack of designated stops, this journey is perfectly suited as a day trip, allowing for flexibility in your schedule. You'll remain within the Northeast region of Pennsylvania for the entire duration of this quick connection.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
11.9 miles from Dimock, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 21m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for this trip, with 61% of the drive on faster roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 8.1 miles on Grow Avenue, offering a consistent pace. As you transition between Grow Avenue, I-81, and State Route 29, the road character will shift from local access to interstate speeds and back to state highway cruising. This blend means you'll get a taste of different driving environments without significant downtime.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Grow Avenue is the longest continuous segment at about 8.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Grow Avenue and I 81. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near State Route 2024.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 38m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (State Route 2024): Navigation decision point; at 6.2 miles (PA 29; PA 167; PA 706 / Church Street): Navigation decision point; at 23.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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State Route 2024
Turn right onto State Route 2024
Navigation decision point
4
6.2 mi into trip
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~11m in
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PA 29; PA 167; PA 706 / Church Street
Turn right onto PA 29; PA 167; PA 706 / Church Street
Navigation decision point
5
23.1 mi into trip
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~36m in
Take the exit toward PA 171: Great Bend, Susquehanna
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward PA 171: Great Bend, Susquehanna
5
23.2 mi into trip
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~37m in
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PA 171 / State Route 171
Turn left onto PA 171 / State Route 171
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
23.4 mi into trip
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~37m in
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US 11
Turn right onto US 11
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Grow Avenue | 8.1 mi | 14m |
| I 81 | 6.7 mi | 7m |
| State Route 29 | 5.8 mi | 10m |
| US 11 | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Cherry Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| State Route 492 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Jackson Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Church Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Grow Avenue
— 8.1 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dimock, PA and Great Bend, PA.
1
Start on this road
54 ft
·
6 sec
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this road
2
Turn right onto State Route 2024
91 ft
·
5 sec
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State Route 2024
3
Turn right onto PA 29
5.8 mi
·
10 min
·
State Route 29
4
Turn right onto Cherry Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Cherry Street
5
Turn right onto PA 29; PA 167; PA 706
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
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Church Street
6
Continue on PA 29; PA 167; PA 706
8.1 mi
·
14 min
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Grow Avenue
7
Turn left onto US 11
1.1 mi
·
1 min
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US 11
8
Turn right onto PA 492
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
Jackson Street
9
Continue on PA 492
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
State Route 492
10
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
11
Merge onto I 81
6.7 mi
·
7 min
·
I 81
12
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
Toward PA 171: Great Bend, Susquehanna
13
Turn left onto PA 171
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
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State Route 171
Use the straight lane.
14
Turn right onto US 11
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
US 11
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Turn right onto Williams Street
76 ft
·
3 sec
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Williams Street
16
Arrive at destination
Williams Street
Trip Plan
With a total travel time of under an hour and no recommended stops, this route offers significant flexibility. Aim to depart when it suits your schedule, as you won't need to worry about breaking up a long journey. The fuel cost is minimal at around $4, so keeping your tank topped off isn't a major concern. A key tip for this drive: pay attention to the transitions between Grow Avenue, I-81, and State Route 29, as these points can sometimes involve quick lane changes or merging traffic.
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 11.9 miles from Dimock, PA, or about 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 8.1 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 23.8 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 11.9 miles or 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Great Bend, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Dimock, 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 Dimock, PA
This is one driving day of about 23.8 miles and 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Dimock, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Grow Avenue for about 8.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 11.9 mi from Dimock, PA · 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
12 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 23.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 11.9 miles from Dimock, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Great Bend, PA
The final approach into Great Bend, 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 Great Bend, 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
$3.95 one way
$7.89 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $4.32 | $8.64 |
| premium | $4.93 | $4.62 | $9.23 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.25 | $10.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.1 | 0 | $2.50 | $1.14 |
| Efficient EV | 6 | 0 | $2.08 | $0.95 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.33 | $1.52 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Great Bend, PA
Late night in Great Bend on Wednesday
Local time
5:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°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
10 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
38m 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 Dimock, PA to Great Bend, PA covers 23.8 miles and takes about 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Grow Avenue, I 81, State Route 29. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 11.9 miles from Dimock, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.95 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 is a straightforward 38m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (State Route 2024): Navigation decision point; at 6.2 miles (PA 29; PA 167; PA 706 / Church Street): Navigation decision point; at 23.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Dimock, PA to Great Bend, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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