Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 15m
Distance
172.4 mi
277 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hyde, PA
Haneul Trac
Erie to Hyde is 172.4 miles and takes about 3 hours 15 minutes via Keystone Shortway, with a fuel budget near $29 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Pennsylvania, connecting the Northeast region from start to finish. Expect a route with frequent turns that feels more like navigating local roads than a high-speed interstate journey. With only one recommended stop and a manageable duration, this trip is well-suited for a single-day excursion.
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
86.2 miles from Erie, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 36m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 15m. Total distance: 172.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
This drive is characterized by its 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, with 0% highway share. You'll navigate primarily on the Keystone Shortway, Raymond P Shafer Highway, and Rockton Mountain Highway. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 91 miles along the Keystone Shortway. Be prepared for a route that requires your attention, as it involves numerous turns and a more intimate connection with the Pennsylvania landscape rather than high-speed cruising.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near PA 5; PA 290 / West 12th Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 15m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (PA 5; PA 290 / West 12th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.4 miles (Greengarden Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.6 miles (West Bayfront Parkway): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto PA 5; PA 290 / West 12th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto Greengarden Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto West Bayfront Parkway
Navigation decision point
Take the exit toward I 80 East: Clarion
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Take the exit toward PA 153: Clearfield, Penfield
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Erie, PA to Hyde, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Penfield along the way.
Penfield
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Keystone Shortway | 91 mi | 1h 37m |
| Raymond P Shafer Highway | 66.8 mi | 1h 11m |
| Rockton Mountain Highway | 5.8 mi | 8m |
| State Park Road | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| West 12th Street | 2 mi | 4m |
| South 2nd Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| North Front Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| State Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Erie, PA and Hyde, PA.
Start on State Street
Turn right onto PA 5; PA 290
Turn right onto Greengarden Boulevard
Turn left onto West Bayfront Parkway
Continue on I 79
Take the exit
Merge onto I 80
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn straight onto PA 153
Continue on US 322; PA 153
Continue on US 322; PA 153
Turn left onto US 322; PA 153
Turn right onto PA 153
Turn straight onto PA 153
Turn right onto Fullerton Street
Continue on Washington Avenue
Turn left onto T208
Arrive at destination
Given the 3 hour 15 minute duration, departing in the morning allows ample time to reach Hyde before evening. Plan for your single stop strategically, perhaps mid-way through the 91-mile stretch on the Keystone Shortway, to break up the journey. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before heading into less populated areas, as the $29 fuel cost is an estimate for the entire 172.4 miles. This is a route where flexibility is key; you can easily adjust your pace thanks to its shorter length.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 38 miles or 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 86.2 miles or 1h 36m 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 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hyde, PA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Erie, 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 Erie, PA
This is one driving day of about 172.4 miles and 3h 15m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 86.2 mi from Erie, PA · 1h 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
86 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.
A short stop after about 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 86.2 miles from Erie, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Keystone Shortway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 91 miles.
The final approach into Hyde, 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 Hyde, PA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$28.58 one way
$57.16 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $31.30 | $62.61 |
| premium | $4.93 | $33.43 | $66.87 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $38.06 | $76.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 60.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 51.7 | 0 | $18.10 | $8.28 |
| Efficient EV | 43.1 | 0 | $15.08 | $6.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 69 | 0 | $24.14 | $11.03 |
Gas CO2
60 kg
EV CO2
20 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Erie on Friday
Local time
5:35 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Evening in Hyde on Friday
Local time
5:35 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
45°F
Franklin, PA
86 mi in
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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