Origin
Erie, PA
Morning in Erie on Friday
Local time
11:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Erie, PA to Macungie, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 50m
Distance
358.8 mi
577 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$59
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 38m
★
6 AM
6h 50m
8 AM
7h 13m
10 AM
6h 58m
12 PM
6h 56m
3 PM
6h 59m
5 PM
7h 12m
8 PM
6h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Macungie, PA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Erie, PA to Macungie, PA covers 358.8 miles and takes about 6h 50m 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 $59.48 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
179.4 miles from Erie, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 25m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 50m. Total distance: 358.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 50m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 6h 50m drive with frequent turns across 358.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 39 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West 12th Street 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. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 50m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Erie, PA to Macungie, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West 12th Street | — | — |
| Greengarden Boulevard | — | — |
| West Bayfront Parkway | — | — |
| Raymond P Shafer Highway | — | — |
| I 80 East | — | — |
| Keystone Shortway | — | — |
| PA 54 | — | — |
| Continental Boulevard | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
West 12th Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Erie, PA and Macungie, PA.
1
Start on State Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
State Street
2
Turn right onto West 12th Street
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
West 12th Street
3
Turn right onto Greengarden Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Greengarden Boulevard
4
Turn left onto West Bayfront Parkway
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
West Bayfront Parkway
5
Continue on Raymond P Shafer Highway
67 mi
·
1 hr 11 min
·
Raymond P Shafer Highway
6
Take the exit slight right toward I 80 East: Clarion
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
I 80 East: Clarion
7
Merge slight left onto Keystone Shortway
204 mi
·
3 hr 39 min
·
Keystone Shortway
8
Take the exit slight right toward PA 54: Danville, Washingtonville
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
PA 54: Danville, Washingtonville
9
Turn slight left
79 ft
·
3 sec
10
Turn right onto Continental Boulevard
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Continental Boulevard
11
Continue on Factory Street
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Factory Street
12
Continue on Danville-Riverside Bridge Road
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
Danville-Riverside Bridge Road
13
Turn left onto Elysburg Road
9.7 mi
·
11 min
·
Elysburg Road
14
Continue on State Route 54
11 mi
·
13 min
·
State Route 54
15
Continue on Locust Gap Highway
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
Locust Gap Highway
16
Continue on Fairgrounds Road
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Fairgrounds Road
17
Continue on Sunbury Road
9.4 mi
·
11 min
·
Sunbury Road
18
Continue on Sunbury Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Sunbury Street
19
Turn right onto Pottsville Minersville Highway
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Pottsville Minersville Highway
20
Turn right onto Gordon Nagle Trail
4.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Gordon Nagle Trail
21
Continue on North Sillyman Street
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
North Sillyman Street
22
Turn left onto Pottsville Street
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Pottsville Street
23
Turn right onto Route 61 South
492 ft
·
6 sec
·
Route 61 South
24
Continue on Center Avenue
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Center Avenue
25
Continue on Centre Street
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Centre Street
26
Take the exit slight right toward I 78 East, US 22 East: Allentown
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
I 78 East, US 22 East: Allentown
27
Merge slight left onto William Penn Highway
20 mi
·
24 min
·
William Penn Highway
28
Take the exit slight right toward PA 100 South: Trexlertown
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
PA 100 South: Trexlertown
29
Turn straight
1.5 mi
·
2 min
30
Continue on Old State Route 100
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Old State Route 100
31
Continue on Trexlertown Road
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Trexlertown Road
32
Continue on Spring Creek Road
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Spring Creek Road
33
Turn left
3.0 mi
·
4 min
34
Turn right
174 ft
·
16 sec
35
Turn right
135 ft
·
13 sec
36
Turn right onto South Lea Street
302 ft
·
15 sec
·
South Lea Street
37
Turn left onto East Main Street
276 ft
·
7 sec
·
East Main Street
38
Turn right
118 ft
·
9 sec
39
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 179.4 miles from Erie, PA, or about 3h 25m 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 79 miles or 1h 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 179.4 miles or 3h 25m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Macungie, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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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.
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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 Erie, PA
This is one driving day of about 358.8 miles and 6h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 79 miles from Erie, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 179.4 mi from Erie, PA · 3h 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
179 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 79 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 179.4 miles from Erie, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Macungie, PA
The final approach into Macungie, 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 Macungie, 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
$59.48 one way
$118.97 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
126 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $65.15 | $130.30 |
| premium | $4.93 | $69.58 | $139.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $79.22 | $158.44 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$59
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$84–$109
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 125.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $38 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 107.6 | 1 | $37.67 | $17.22 |
| Efficient EV | 89.7 | 1 | $31.40 | $14.35 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 143.5 | 1 | $50.23 | $22.96 |
Gas CO2
126 kg
EV CO2
42 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Macungie, PA
Morning in Macungie on Friday
Local time
11:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
57°F
Wellsville, NY
179 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
14 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
6h 50m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Erie, PA to Macungie, PA covers 358.8 miles and takes about 6h 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West 12th Street, Greengarden Boulevard, West Bayfront Parkway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 179.4 miles from Erie, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $59.48 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 50m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Erie, PA to Macungie, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Erie, PA to Macungie, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
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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