Origin
Elkland, PA
Late night in Elkland on Thursday
Local time
12:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Elkland, PA to Dexter, PA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
45m
Distance
27.5 mi
44 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 42m
★
6 AM
0h 46m
8 AM
0h 54m
10 AM
0h 49m
12 PM
0h 48m
3 PM
0h 49m
5 PM
0h 53m
8 PM
0h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Elkland, PA
Haneul Trac
Dexter, PA
Haneul Trac
Trip Overview
The drive from Elkland, PA to Dexter, PA covers 27.5 miles and takes about 45m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Route 49, Cummings Creek Road, Route 287 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.56 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
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
13.7 miles from Elkland, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 22m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 45m drive with frequent turns across 27.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Route 49 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 Elkland, PA to Dexter, PA is easy. At 45m 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 Elkland, PA to Dexter, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Route 49 | — | — |
| Cummings Creek Road | — | — |
| Route 287 | — | — |
| Grand Army of the Republic Highway | — | — |
| Tioga Street | — | — |
| Main Street | — | — |
| West Avenue | — | — |
| Route 660 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Route 49
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elkland, PA and Dexter, PA.
1
Start on East Main Street
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
East Main Street
2
Turn straight onto Route 49
4.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Route 49
3
Turn right onto Cummings Creek Road
9.1 mi
·
15 min
·
Cummings Creek Road
4
At the end of the road, turn left
1.5 mi
·
2 min
5
Turn right onto Route 287
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Route 287
6
At the end of the road, turn left onto Grand Army of the Republic Highway
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
7
Continue on Tioga Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Tioga Street
8
Continue on Main Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
9
Continue on West Avenue
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
West Avenue
10
Continue on Route 660
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Route 660
11
Continue on Route 660
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Route 660
12
At the end of the road, turn left onto Route 660
95 ft
·
2 sec
·
Route 660
13
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 13.7 miles from Elkland, PA, or about 22m 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 27.5 miles or 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 13.7 miles or 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dexter, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Elkland, PA.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Elkland, PA
This is one driving day of about 27.5 miles and 45m.
At 27.5 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 13.7 mi from Elkland, PA · 22m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 27.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 13.7 miles from Elkland, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Dexter, PA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Dexter, 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
$4.56 one way
$9.12 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $4.99 | $9.99 |
| premium | $4.93 | $5.33 | $10.67 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.07 | $12.14 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.3 | 0 | $2.89 | $1.32 |
| Efficient EV | 6.9 | 0 | $2.41 | $1.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11 | 0 | $3.85 | $1.76 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Dexter, PA
Late night in Dexter on Thursday
Local time
12:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°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
19 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
45m 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 Elkland, PA to Dexter, PA covers 27.5 miles and takes about 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Route 49, Cummings Creek Road, Route 287. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 13.7 miles from Elkland, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.56 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 Elkland, PA to Dexter, PA is easy. At 45m 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 Elkland, PA to Dexter, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Elkland, PA to Dexter, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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