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Trip from Gettysburg, PA to Erie, PA

Data updated 4 hours ago

Drive Time

6h 9m

Distance

307.6 mi

495 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$51

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min
4 AM
5h 56m ★
6 AM
6h 9m
8 AM
6h 35m
10 AM
6h 18m
12 PM
6h 16m
3 PM
6h 19m
5 PM
6h 33m
8 PM
6h 1m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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borough and the county seat of Adams County in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania

Gettysburg, PA

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Trip Overview

This 307.6-mile drive from Gettysburg, PA, to Erie, PA, is a solid day trip, taking approximately 6 hours and 9 minutes to complete. The route is primarily highway-focused, with 77% of the journey on interstates, making it an efficient way to travel between these two Pennsylvania locations. Expect a fuel cost of around $51 for this trip. While it's manageable in a single day, you'll encounter one significant stretch of 132.8 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, which can be a long haul without a break. This trip offers a straightforward path across the state.

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

153.8 miles from Gettysburg, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 17m into the drive .

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Drive Character

Your drive is predominantly a highway-focused experience, with a substantial 77% of the total mileage spent on high-speed roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 132.8 miles along the Pennsylvania Turnpike, so be prepared for extended periods of consistent driving. While the bulk of the journey utilizes major highways like the Pennsylvania Turnpike and I-79, you'll also navigate segments of Lincoln Way East, likely offering a slight change of pace. This route generally favors efficiency over winding scenic byways.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Pennsylvania Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 132.8 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and I 79. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 63.6 miles in.

Route Complexity 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 307.6 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 63.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 65.1 miles (I 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 198.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 12 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

6
63.6 mi into trip | ~1h 38m in

Take the exit toward I 70 West, I 76: Turnpike

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 70 West, I 76: Turnpike
6
65.1 mi into trip | ~1h 40m in | I 70

Keep slight right at fork onto I 70 toward I 70 West, I 76 West: Pittsburgh

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 70 West, I 76 West: Pittsburgh
8
198.3 mi into trip | ~4h 6m in

Take the exit toward I 79, US 19: Erie, Pittsburgh, Warrendale, Cranberry

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 28 Toward I 79, US 19: Erie, Pittsburgh, Warrendal...
7
198.9 mi into trip | ~4h 7m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 79 North: Erie

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 79 North: Erie
6
304.6 mi into trip | ~6h 2m 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

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Gettysburg, PA and Erie, PA, road signs point toward Pittsburgh, Warrendale and Cranberry.

Pittsburgh

198.3 mi in | ~4h 6m

Warrendale

198.3 mi in | ~4h 6m

Cranberry

198.3 mi in | ~4h 6m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike 132.8 mi 2h 24m
I 79 105.2 mi 1h 53m
Lincoln Way East 24.5 mi 40m
Lincoln Highway 20.8 mi 29m
Chambersburg Road 13.4 mi 20m
Lincoln Way West 4.1 mi 5m
West 12th Street 2.3 mi 4m
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway 1.5 mi 2m
Longest stretch: Pennsylvania Turnpike — 132.8 mi, about 2h 24m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Gettysburg, PA and Erie, PA.

1

Start on US 30; US 15 Business; PA 116

129 ft · 5 sec · Lincoln Square
2

Continue on US 30

0.3 mi · 57 sec · Chambersburg Street
3

Continue on US 30

0.5 mi · 1 min · Buford Avenue
4

Continue on US 30

13 mi · 20 min · Chambersburg Road
Use the straight lane.
5

Continue on US 30

11 mi · 18 min · Lincoln Way East
Use the straight / right lanes.
6

Keep slight right at fork onto US 30

14 mi · 21 min · Lincoln Way East
7

Continue on US 30

4.1 mi · 5 min · Lincoln Way West
8

Continue on US 30

21 mi · 29 min · Lincoln Highway
9

Take the exit

362 ft · 9 sec
Toward I 70 West, I 76: Turnpike
10

Continue on I 70

1.5 mi · 2 min · Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
11

Keep slight right at fork onto I 70

0.4 mi · 46 sec · I 70
Toward I 70 West, I 76 West: Pittsburgh
12

Merge onto I 70; I 76; PATP

133 mi · 2 hr 24 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike
13

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 26 sec
Exit 28 Toward I 79, US 19: Erie, Pittsburgh, Warrendale, Cranberry Use the slight right lane.
14

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 54 sec
15

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min
Toward I 79 North: Erie Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16

Merge onto I 79

105 mi · 1 hr 53 min · I 79
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 49 sec
Exit 183A Toward PA 5 East, PA 290 East: 12th Street
18

Turn right onto PA 5; PA 290

2.3 mi · 4 min · West 12th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
19

Turn left onto State Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · State Street
Use the left lane.
20

Arrive at destination

State Street

Trip Plan

For this 6-hour, 9-minute drive covering 307.6 miles, starting earlier in the day is your best bet to maximize daylight and minimize potential traffic. Since it's a single-day trip, you have flexibility, but consider breaking up the longest stretch of 132.8 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike with a quick stop for fuel or a stretch. The estimated fuel cost is $51, so ensure your tank is full before departing Gettysburg to avoid any last-minute searches. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before entering longer highway segments where services might be spaced further apart.

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 153.8 miles from Gettysburg, PA, or about 3h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 132.8 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 80 miles or 1h 57m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 153.8 miles or 3h 17m 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 5m

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 Gettysburg, 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.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Gettysburg, PA

This is one driving day of about 307.6 miles and 6h 9m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Gettysburg, 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.
The longest stretch is on Pennsylvania Turnpike for about 132.8 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 153.8 mi from Gettysburg, PA · 3h 17m into the drive

city in Chautauqua County, New York, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Jamestown, NY

154 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

Cuba, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Lakewood, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 153.8 miles from Gettysburg, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Pennsylvania Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 132.8 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Flight 93 National Memorial

Flight 93 National Memorial

National Memorial

On Tuesday morning, September 11, 2001, the U.S. came under attack when four commercial airliners were hijacked and used to strike targets on the ground. Nearly 3,000 people tragically lost their live...

6 mi from route ~15 min detour Free near mile 106.1
View on nps.gov
Fort Necessity National Battlefield

Fort Necessity National Battlefield

National Battlefield

The battle at Fort Necessity in the summer of 1754 was the opening action of the French and Indian War. This war was a clash of British, French and American Indian cultures. It ended with the removal...

24 mi from route ~59 min detour Free near mile 137.9
View on nps.gov
Johnstown Flood National Memorial

Johnstown Flood National Memorial

National Memorial

The South Fork Dam failed on Friday, May 31, 1889, and unleashed 20,000,000 tons of water that devastated Johnstown, PA. The flood killed 2,209 people but it brought the nation and the world together...

24 mi from route ~61 min detour Free near mile 84.9
View on nps.gov
Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument

Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument

National Monument

More than 7,800 children from 140 Tribes went to the Carlisle School from 1879 to 1918. The National Park Service will collaborate with families, affiliated Tribal Nations, the US Army, historians, an...

25 mi from route ~62 min detour Free near mile 10.6
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$51.00 one way

$101.99 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 108 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $55.85 $111.70
premium $4.93 $59.66 $119.31
diesel $5.61 $67.91 $135.83

Estimated Tolls: $17.26

Pennsylvania Turnpike (132.8 mi) $17.26

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

$51

Tolls

$17

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$93–$118

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 107.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $32 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 92.3 1 $32.30 $14.76
Efficient EV 76.9 0 $26.92 $12.30
EV Truck/SUV 123 1 $43.06 $19.69

Gas CO2

108 kg

EV CO2

36 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.

Forecast data refreshed 11 hours ago

Origin

Gettysburg, PA

Late night in Gettysburg on Wednesday

Local time

2:31 AM

EDT

Current temp

63°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Erie, PA

Late night in Erie on Wednesday

Local time

2:31 AM

EDT

Current temp

65°F

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

SW 13 to 16 mph 40% chance 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

2 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

6h 9m 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 Gettysburg, PA to Erie, PA covers 307.6 miles and takes about 6h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike, I 79, Lincoln Way East. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 153.8 miles from Gettysburg, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $51.00 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 307.6 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 63.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 65.1 miles (I 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 198.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Gettysburg, PA and Erie, PA, road signs point toward Pittsburgh, Warrendale and Cranberry.

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