Origin
Fairview, PA
Afternoon in Fairview on Sunday
Local time
4:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fairview, PA to Erie, PA
Drive Time
7h 49m
Distance
422.4 mi
680 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$70
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
7h 40m
★
6 AM
7h 50m
8 AM
8h 8m
10 AM
7h 56m
12 PM
7h 54m
3 PM
7h 57m
5 PM
8h 7m
8 PM
7h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
Spanning 422.4 miles across Pennsylvania, this journey from Fairview to Erie is a significant undertaking that typically requires about 7 hours and 49 minutes of time behind the wheel. Given the length, you should plan for a full day of travel, though the route is manageable as a single-day trip if you are prepared for the distance. You will navigate via a combination of the Keystone Shortway, the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, and I-79. Budgeting around $70 for fuel is a smart move before you head out. Since both the start and end points are located within the Northeast, you can expect a familiar regional feel throughout the drive. This trip is best suited for those who don't mind spending most of their day on the road to reach their destination.
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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
211.2 miles from Fairview, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 56m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip offers a mixed driving profile that keeps you engaged across various road types. You will spend roughly 38% of your time on highways, balancing efficient interstate travel with more localized driving. The most significant portion of your journey involves a 256.6-mile stretch along the Keystone Shortway, which serves as the backbone of the trip. Expect the rhythm of the drive to shift as you transition between the turnpike and I-79. While the route involves plenty of time on major arteries, the mix of road classifications ensures the experience doesn't feel like a monotonous, singular grind from start to finish.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Keystone Shortway is the longest continuous segment at about 256.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near I 476 / Mid-County Expressway.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 422.4 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (I 476 / Mid-County Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 95.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 95.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1 mi into trip
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~2m in
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I 476 / Mid-County Expressway
Merge onto I 476 / Mid-County Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
95.1 mi into trip
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~1h 49m in
Take the exit toward PA 940, I 80: Hazleton, Mount Pocono
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 95
Toward PA 940, I 80: Hazleton, Mount Pocono
5
95.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 51m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 80 West: Hazleton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 80 West: Hazleton
6
419.4 mi into trip
|
~7h 42m 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
6
421.9 mi into trip
|
~7h 48m in
|
State Street
Turn left onto State Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Fairview, PA to Erie, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Mount Pocono along the way.
Mount Pocono
95.1 mi in
|
~1h 49m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Keystone Shortway | 256.6 mi | 4h 37m |
| Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension | 75 mi | 1h 21m |
| I 79 | 65.8 mi | 1h 10m |
| Mid-County Expressway | 19 mi | 25m |
| West 12th Street | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| State Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Fairview Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Macdade Boulevard | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Keystone Shortway
— 256.6 mi, about 4h 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fairview, PA and Erie, PA.
1
Start on Essex Avenue
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Essex Avenue
2
At end of road, turn left onto Fairview Road
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
Fairview Road
3
Turn left onto Macdade Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Macdade Boulevard
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Toward I 476 North: Plymouth Meeting
5
Merge onto I 476
19 mi
·
25 min
·
Mid-County Expressway
Use the none lane.
6
Turn slight left onto I 476
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
·
Mid-County Expressway
Use the none lane.
7
Continue on I 476; PATP
75 mi
·
1 hr 21 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Use the none lane.
8
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 95
Toward PA 940, I 80: Hazleton, Mount Pocono
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 80 West: Hazleton
11
Merge onto I 80
257 mi
·
4 hr 37 min
·
Keystone Shortway
Use the none lane.
12
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 79 North: Erie
13
Merge onto I 79
66 mi
·
1 hr 10 min
·
I 79
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
Exit 183A
Toward PA 5 East, PA 290 East: 12th Street
15
Turn right onto PA 5; PA 290
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
West 12th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Turn left onto State Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
State Street
Use the left lane.
17
Arrive at destination
State Street
Trip Plan
To tackle this 422.4-mile trek successfully, aim for an early morning departure to maximize your daylight hours. You should plan for at least two designated stops to stretch your legs and refuel, helping you maintain focus during the long stretches on the Keystone Shortway. Because the route is a full-day commitment, keeping your itinerary flexible will help you manage fatigue effectively. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge throughout the drive to ensure you stay within your estimated $70 budget. Since the route utilizes both the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and I-79, confirm your route navigation ahead of time to handle these major highway transitions smoothly.
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 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 211.2 miles from Fairview, PA, or about 3h 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 256.6 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 93 miles or 1h 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 211.2 miles or 3h 56m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Erie, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Fairview, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Fairview, PA
This is one driving day of about 422.4 miles and 7h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 93 miles from Fairview, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Keystone Shortway for about 256.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 211.2 mi from Fairview, PA · 3h 56m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
211 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 93 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 211.2 miles from Fairview, 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 256.6 miles.
Arriving in Erie, PA
The final approach into Erie, 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 Erie, PA.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$69.90 one way
$139.79 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
148 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $76.48 | $152.96 |
| premium | $4.92 | $81.85 | $163.70 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $93.84 | $187.69 |
Estimated Tolls: $9.75
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(75 mi)
$9.75
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$70
Tolls
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$105–$130
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 147.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $44 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 126.7 | 1 | $44.35 | $20.28 |
| Efficient EV | 105.6 | 1 | $36.96 | $16.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 169 | 2 | $59.14 | $27.03 |
Gas CO2
148 kg
EV CO2
49 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
Erie, PA
Afternoon in Erie on Sunday
Local time
4:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
35 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
7h 49m 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 Fairview, PA to Erie, PA covers 422.4 miles and takes about 7h 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Keystone Shortway, Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, I 79. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 211.2 miles from Fairview, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $69.90 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 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 422.4 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (I 476 / Mid-County Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 95.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 95.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
On the drive from Fairview, PA to Erie, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Mount Pocono along the way.
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