Origin
Gurnee, PA
Night in Gurnee on Wednesday
Local time
9:35 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Gurnee, PA to South Union, PA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 34m
Distance
49.5 mi
80 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 27m
★
6 AM
1h 35m
8 AM
1h 49m
10 AM
1h 40m
12 PM
1h 38m
3 PM
1h 40m
5 PM
1h 48m
8 PM
1h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
South Union, PA
Michael Taccetta
Trip Overview
The drive from Gurnee, PA to South Union, PA covers 49.5 miles and takes about 1h 34m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Grand Army of the Republic Highway, North Elk Run Road, Ogdensburg Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 6.2 miles on Grand Army of the Republic Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.21 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
24.8 miles from Gurnee, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 48m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 34m drive with frequent turns across 49.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Grand Army of the Republic Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 6.2 miles.
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. The trickiest moment comes around 4.1 miles in near US 6 / Grand Army of the Republic Highway.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 34m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.1 miles (US 6 / Grand Army of the Republic Highway): Navigation decision point; at 18.8 miles (US 6; PA 660 / East Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 31.2 miles (Williamson Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
4.1 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
US 6 / Grand Army of the Republic Highway
At end of road, turn left onto US 6 / Grand Army of the Republic Highway
Navigation decision point
5
18.8 mi into trip
|
~38m in
|
US 6; PA 660 / East Avenue
Turn right onto US 6; PA 660 / East Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
31.2 mi into trip
|
~56m in
|
Williamson Road
Turn right onto Williamson Road
Navigation decision point
4
38.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
|
Ogdensburg Road
Keep slight right at fork onto Ogdensburg Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
47.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 25m in
|
South Union Road
Turn left onto South Union Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Army of the Republic Highway | 6.2 mi | 8m |
| North Elk Run Road | 6.1 mi | 8m |
| Ogdensburg Road | 5.7 mi | 10m |
| Williamson Road | 5.6 mi | 10m |
| Route 6 | 5.3 mi | 7m |
| Pinecreek Road | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| Shin Hollow Road | 2.9 mi | 11m |
| PA 414 | 2.6 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
— 6.2 mi, about 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gurnee, PA and South Union, PA.
1
Start on Gurnee Road
1.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Gurnee Road
2
Continue on T1-11
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
T1-11
3
Continue on Shin Hollow Road
2.9 mi
·
11 min
·
Shin Hollow Road
4
At end of road, turn left onto US 6
6.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
5
Turn right onto PA 362
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Pinecreek Road
6
Continue on PA 362
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Pine Creek Road
7
Continue on PA 362
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
Pinecreek Road
8
Continue on PA 660
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Route 660
9
Continue on PA 660
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
West Avenue
10
Continue on PA 660
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
11
Turn right onto US 6; PA 660
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
East Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Continue on US 6; PA 660
5.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Route 6
Use the straight lane.
13
Turn slight right onto PA 660
6.1 mi
·
8 min
·
North Elk Run Road
14
Turn right onto Williamson Road
5.6 mi
·
10 min
·
Williamson Road
15
Turn left onto Main Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
16
Continue on Gulick Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Gulick Street
17
Continue on Morris Run Road
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
Morris Run Road
18
Keep slight right at fork onto Ogdensburg Road
5.7 mi
·
10 min
·
Ogdensburg Road
19
Continue on Bloss Mt Road
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
Bloss Mt Road
20
Turn right onto PA 414
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
PA 414
21
Turn left onto South Union Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Union Road
22
Continue on this road
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
this road
23
Continue on South Union Road
1.1 mi
·
4 min
·
South Union Road
24
Arrive at destination
South Union Road
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 24.8 miles from Gurnee, PA, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 6.2 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 11 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 24.8 miles or 48m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near South Union, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Gurnee, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Gurnee, PA
This is one driving day of about 49.5 miles and 1h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 11 miles from Gurnee, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Grand Army of the Republic Highway for about 6.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24.8 mi from Gurnee, PA · 48m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.8 miles from Gurnee, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in South Union, PA
The final approach into South Union, PA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.21 one way
$16.41 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $8.99 | $17.98 |
| premium | $4.93 | $9.60 | $19.20 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.93 | $21.86 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.9 | 0 | $5.20 | $2.38 |
| Efficient EV | 12.4 | 0 | $4.33 | $1.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.8 | 0 | $6.93 | $3.17 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
South Union, PA
Night in South Union on Wednesday
Local time
9:35 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°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
11 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
1h 34m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Gurnee, PA to South Union, PA covers 49.5 miles and takes about 1h 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Grand Army of the Republic Highway, North Elk Run Road, Ogdensburg Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 24.8 miles from Gurnee, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.21 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a straightforward 1h 34m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 4.1 miles (US 6 / Grand Army of the Republic Highway): Navigation decision point; at 18.8 miles (US 6; PA 660 / East Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 31.2 miles (Williamson Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Gurnee, PA to South Union, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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