Drive Time
5h 56m
Distance
299.9 mi
Route Type
Turn-heavy local drive
Long day tripSame Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$48
one way
The drive from Erie, PA to Hilltown, PA covers 299.9 miles and takes about 5h 56m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West 12th Street, Greengarden Boulevard, West Bayfront Parkway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $48.24 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
150 miles from Erie, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 58m into the drive .
Expect a 5h 56m drive with frequent turns across 299.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West 12th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Greengarden Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Bayfront Parkway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Raymond P Shafer Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Cranberry | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Youngstown Ohio | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 76 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 76 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Erie, PA and Hilltown, PA.
Start on State Street
Turn right onto West 12th Street
Turn right onto Greengarden Boulevard
Turn left onto West Bayfront Parkway
Continue on Raymond P Shafer Highway
Take the exit slight right toward Cranberry, Pennsylvania Turnpike
Keep slight left to continue on Youngstown Ohio, Harrisburg
Keep slight right to continue on I 76, PATP: Youngstown Ohio, Harrisburg
Keep slight left to continue on I 76 East: Harrisburg
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
Take the exit slight right toward US 30: Breezewood, Baltimore, Washington DC
Keep slight right to continue on US 30 East: Chambersburg, Gettysburg
Merge slight left onto Lincoln Highway
Continue on Lincoln Way West
Continue on West Loudon Street
Continue on West Queen Street
Merge slight left onto Lincoln Way East
Continue on Chambersburg Road
Take the exit right
Turn slight right onto High Street
Turn right onto Hilltown Road
Arrive at your destination
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 80 miles or 1h 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 150 miles or 2h 58m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 52m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hilltown, 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 299.9 miles and 5h 56m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 150 mi from Erie, PA · 2h 58m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
150 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 150 miles from Erie, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Hilltown, 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 Hilltown, PA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$48.24 one way
$96.49 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $54.30 | $108.60 |
| premium | $4.95 | $58.49 | $116.98 |
| diesel | $5.98 | $70.61 | $141.21 |
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$48
Meals (1 day)
$25–$50
Total
$73–$98
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 104.9 kg one way.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in Erie on Saturday
Local time
4:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Hilltown on Saturday
Local time
4:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Forecast unavailable right now
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
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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