Origin
Edinboro, PA
Evening in Edinboro on Wednesday
Local time
8:39 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Edinboro, PA to Lawrence Park, PA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
38m
Distance
26.4 mi
42 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 35m
★
6 AM
0h 39m
8 AM
0h 45m
10 AM
0h 41m
12 PM
0h 40m
3 PM
0h 41m
5 PM
0h 45m
8 PM
0h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Edinboro, PA
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Lawrence Park, PA
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick trip from Edinboro to Lawrence Park, you are looking at a straightforward 26.4-mile journey that typically takes about 38 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as the short duration eliminates the need for an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via I-79, Route 6N, and West 12th Street to reach your destination within the same Northeast region of Pennsylvania. Budgeting approximately $4 for fuel should be sufficient to cover the distance comfortably. Because this is a concise drive, it offers great flexibility for your schedule, allowing you to head out and return without significant travel fatigue.
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
13.2 miles from Edinboro, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 17m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is heavily highway-focused, with 70% of your travel occurring on higher-speed roads. You will settle into a steady rhythm during the longest stretch of the drive, which covers 16.8 miles along I-79. The experience transitions from regional transit routes to navigating through West 12th Street as you approach the Lawrence Park area. Expect a functional, efficient drive rather than a winding backroads tour, as the highway sections prioritize speed and directness. Staying alert during the interstate portion will help you transition smoothly into the local traffic patterns of your destination.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 79 is the longest continuous segment at about 16.8 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,364 ft
644 ft
Total Climb
204 ft
Total Descent
770 ft
Highest Point
1,364 ft
~5.7 mi in
Elevation Range
719 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 79 and West 12th Street. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near PA 99 / Erie Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 26.4 miles you will encounter 9 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: near the start (PA 99 / Erie Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 6N / West Plum Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 19.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 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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PA 99 / Erie Street
Turn right onto PA 99 / Erie Street
Navigation decision point
6
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 6N / West Plum Street
Turn left onto US 6N / West Plum Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
19.7 mi into trip
|
~24m in
Take the exit toward PA 5 East, PA 290 East: 12th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 183A
Toward PA 5 East, PA 290 East: 12th Street
7
25 mi into trip
|
~35m in
|
PA 5 / Franklin Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto PA 5 / Franklin Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
25.5 mi into trip
|
~36m in
|
PA 5 / East Lake Road
Turn right onto PA 5 / East Lake Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 79 | 16.8 mi | 18m |
| West 12th Street | 5.1 mi | 10m |
| Route 6N | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| East Lake Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| West Plum Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Franklin Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Erie Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Lawrence Parkway | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 79
— 16.8 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Edinboro, PA and Lawrence Park, PA.
1
Start on Waterford Street
126 ft
·
5 sec
·
Waterford Street
2
Turn right onto PA 99
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
Erie Street
3
Turn left onto US 6N
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Plum Street
Use the straight lane.
4
Turn straight onto US 6N
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Route 6N
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
6
Merge onto I 79
17 mi
·
18 min
·
I 79
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
Exit 183A
Toward PA 5 East, PA 290 East: 12th Street
8
Turn right onto PA 5; PA 290
5.1 mi
·
10 min
·
West 12th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
At end of road, turn left onto PA 5
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Franklin Avenue
Use the left lane.
10
Turn right onto PA 5
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Lake Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Turn right onto Lawrence Parkway
341 ft
·
8 sec
·
Lawrence Parkway
12
Arrive at destination
Lawrence Parkway
Trip Plan
Given the 38-minute duration, you have total flexibility in your departure time, though avoiding peak traffic hours is always a smart move. You will not need to plan for any scheduled stops since the entire 26.4-mile trek is quite short. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before leaving Edinboro to ensure you are ready for the road, even though the $4 cost is minimal. Since you spend the majority of your time on I-79, stay mindful of changing speed limits as you exit the interstate to merge onto West 12th Street. Enjoy the simplicity of this short regional hop, which keeps your transit time low and your destination time high.
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 13.2 miles from Edinboro, PA, or about 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 16.8 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 26 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 13.2 miles or 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lawrence Park, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Edinboro, PA.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Edinboro, PA
This is one driving day of about 26.4 miles and 38m.
At 26.4 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on I 79 for about 16.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 13.2 mi from Edinboro, PA · 17m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Arriving in Lawrence Park, PA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Lawrence Park, 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
$4.38 one way
$8.75 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $4.79 | $9.59 |
| premium | $4.93 | $5.12 | $10.24 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.83 | $11.66 |
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: 9.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.9 | 0 | $2.77 | $1.27 |
| Efficient EV | 6.6 | 0 | $2.31 | $1.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.6 | 0 | $3.70 | $1.69 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
Lawrence Park, PA
Evening in Lawrence Park on Wednesday
Local time
8:39 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°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
1 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
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 Edinboro, PA to Lawrence Park, PA covers 26.4 miles and takes about 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 79, West 12th Street, Route 6N. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 13.2 miles from Edinboro, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.38 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 26.4 miles you will encounter 9 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: near the start (PA 99 / Erie Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 6N / West Plum Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 19.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Edinboro, PA to Lawrence Park, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 644 ft to 1,364 ft elevation with about 204 ft of total climbing.
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