Origin
East Franklin, PA
Late night in East Franklin on Thursday
Local time
12:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from East Franklin, PA to Whitman, PA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 16m
Distance
107.8 mi
174 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 7m
★
6 AM
2h 16m
8 AM
2h 35m
10 AM
2h 23m
12 PM
2h 21m
3 PM
2h 24m
5 PM
2h 34m
8 PM
2h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
East Franklin, PA
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Whitman, PA
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Trip Overview
The drive from East Franklin, PA to Whitman, PA covers 107.8 miles and takes about 2h 16m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on PA 125, Molleystown Road, South Tremont Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.87 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
53.9 miles from East Franklin, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 8m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 16m drive with frequent turns across 107.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 33 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
PA 125 is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from East Franklin, PA to Whitman, PA is easy. At 2h 16m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from East Franklin, PA to Whitman, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| PA 125 | — | — |
| Molleystown Road | — | — |
| South Tremont Road | — | — |
| North Tulpehocken Street | — | — |
| East Wood Street | — | — |
| Rock Road | — | — |
| Bethel Road | — | — |
| Lancaster Avenue | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
PA 125
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Franklin, PA and Whitman, PA.
1
Start on the route
0.4 mi
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44 sec
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the route
2
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
3
Merge slight left
2.2 mi
·
2 min
4
Take the exit slight right toward PA 125: Ravine
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
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PA 125: Ravine
5
Turn right onto Molleystown Road
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
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Molleystown Road
6
At the end of the road, turn right onto South Tremont Road
2.3 mi
·
3 min
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South Tremont Road
7
Continue on North Tulpehocken Street
1.3 mi
·
3 min
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North Tulpehocken Street
8
Turn left onto East Wood Street
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
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East Wood Street
9
Continue on Rock Road
0.4 mi
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1 min
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Rock Road
10
Turn right onto Bethel Road
2.9 mi
·
4 min
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Bethel Road
11
Continue on Lancaster Avenue
4.8 mi
·
7 min
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Lancaster Avenue
12
Take the exit left toward I 78 East, US 22 East: Allentown
0.2 mi
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28 sec
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I 78 East, US 22 East: Allentown
13
Merge slight left onto William Penn Highway
5.6 mi
·
6 min
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William Penn Highway
14
Take the exit slight right toward PA 183: Strausstown
0.2 mi
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23 sec
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PA 183: Strausstown
15
Turn right
14 mi
·
23 min
16
Take the ramp slight right toward US 222 South: Lancaster
0.4 mi
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52 sec
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US 222 South: Lancaster
17
Merge slight left
2.8 mi
·
3 min
18
Continue on West Shore Bypass
4.8 mi
·
6 min
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West Shore Bypass
19
Take the exit slight right toward I 176 South: Morgantown
0.4 mi
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46 sec
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I 176 South: Morgantown
20
Continue on Morgantown Expressway
11 mi
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12 min
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Morgantown Expressway
21
Keep slight left to continue on I 76 Toll East: Philadelphia
0.4 mi
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51 sec
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I 76 Toll East: Philadelphia
22
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
27 mi
·
29 min
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Pennsylvania Turnpike
23
Take the exit slight right toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia
18 mi
·
26 min
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I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia
24
Keep slight right to continue on Schuylkill Expressway
3.0 mi
·
4 min
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Schuylkill Expressway
25
Take the exit slight left toward Passyunk Avenue, Oregon Avenue
0.2 mi
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30 sec
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Passyunk Avenue, Oregon Avenue
26
Keep slight left to continue on I 76 East: Walt Whitman Bridge
151 ft
·
6 sec
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I 76 East: Walt Whitman Bridge
27
Continue on West Oregon Vare Avenue
0.1 mi
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13 sec
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West Oregon Vare Avenue
28
Continue on Oregon Avenue/Vare Avenue
1.8 mi
·
3 min
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Oregon Avenue/Vare Avenue
29
Turn left onto South 5th Street
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
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South 5th Street
30
Turn right onto Porter Street
466 ft
·
24 sec
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Porter Street
31
Turn right onto South 4th Street
269 ft
·
14 sec
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South 4th Street
32
Turn right onto Vollmer Street
236 ft
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10 sec
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Vollmer Street
33
Arrive at your destination
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 53.9 miles from East Franklin, PA, or about 1h 8m into the drive.
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 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 53.9 miles or 1h 8m 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 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Whitman, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving East Franklin, 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 East Franklin, PA
This is one driving day of about 107.8 miles and 2h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from East Franklin, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 53.9 mi from East Franklin, PA · 1h 8m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
54 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 53.9 miles from East Franklin, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Whitman, PA
The final approach into Whitman, 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 Whitman, 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
$17.87 one way
$35.74 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
38 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $19.57 | $39.15 |
| premium | $4.93 | $20.91 | $41.81 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $23.80 | $47.60 |
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: 37.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 32.3 | 0 | $11.32 | $5.17 |
| Efficient EV | 27 | 0 | $9.43 | $4.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 43.1 | 0 | $15.09 | $6.90 |
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 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.
Destination
Whitman, PA
Late night in Whitman on Thursday
Local time
12:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°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
30 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 16m 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 East Franklin, PA to Whitman, PA covers 107.8 miles and takes about 2h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are PA 125, Molleystown Road, South Tremont Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 53.9 miles from East Franklin, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.87 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.
The drive from East Franklin, PA to Whitman, PA is easy. At 2h 16m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from East Franklin, PA to Whitman, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from East Franklin, PA to Whitman, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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