Origin
Hamburg, PA
Night in Hamburg on Wednesday
Local time
11:20 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hamburg, PA to Whitman, PA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 41m
Distance
83.9 mi
135 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 34m
★
6 AM
1h 42m
8 AM
1h 57m
10 AM
1h 47m
12 PM
1h 45m
3 PM
1h 48m
5 PM
1h 56m
8 PM
1h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Whitman, PA
Haneul Trac
Trip Overview
The drive from Hamburg, PA to Whitman, PA covers 83.9 miles and takes about 1h 41m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on State Street, North 4th Street, I 78 East for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.91 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
42 miles from Hamburg, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 41m drive with frequent turns across 83.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State 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. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Hamburg, PA to Whitman, PA is easy. At 1h 41m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Hamburg, PA to Whitman, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Street | — | — |
| North 4th Street | — | — |
| I 78 East | — | — |
| William Penn Highway | — | — |
| Lehigh Valley Thruway | — | — |
| I 476 | — | — |
| I 476 South | — | — |
| Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
State Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hamburg, PA and Whitman, PA.
1
Start on Primrose Alley
89 ft
·
9 sec
·
Primrose Alley
2
Turn right onto State Street
220 ft
·
8 sec
·
State Street
3
Turn right onto North 4th Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North 4th Street
4
Take the ramp right toward I 78 East, US 22 East: Allentown
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
I 78 East, US 22 East: Allentown
5
Merge slight left onto William Penn Highway
21 mi
·
25 min
·
William Penn Highway
6
Keep slight right to continue on Lehigh Valley Thruway
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Lehigh Valley Thruway
7
Take the exit slight right toward PATP, I 476: Philadelphia, Scranton
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
PATP, I 476: Philadelphia, Scranton
8
Keep slight right to continue on I 476 South: Philadelphia
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
I 476 South: Philadelphia
9
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
37 mi
·
39 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
10
Continue on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
11
Keep slight left to continue on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
12
Continue on Mid-County Expressway
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Mid-County Expressway
13
Take the exit slight right toward I 76 East, I 76 West: Philadelphia, Valley Forge
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
I 76 East, I 76 West: Philadelphia, Valley Forge
14
Keep slight left to continue on I 76 East: Philadelphia
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
I 76 East: Philadelphia
15
Merge slight right onto Schuylkill Expressway
13 mi
·
17 min
·
Schuylkill Expressway
16
Keep slight right to continue on Schuylkill Expressway
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Schuylkill Expressway
17
Take the exit slight left toward Passyunk Avenue, Oregon Avenue
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Passyunk Avenue, Oregon Avenue
18
Keep slight left to continue on I 76 East: Walt Whitman Bridge
151 ft
·
6 sec
·
I 76 East: Walt Whitman Bridge
19
Continue on West Oregon Vare Avenue
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
West Oregon Vare Avenue
20
Continue on Oregon Avenue/Vare Avenue
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Oregon Avenue/Vare Avenue
21
Turn left onto South 5th Street
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
South 5th Street
22
Turn right onto Porter Street
466 ft
·
24 sec
·
Porter Street
23
Turn right onto South 4th Street
269 ft
·
14 sec
·
South 4th Street
24
Turn right onto Vollmer Street
236 ft
·
10 sec
·
Vollmer Street
25
Arrive at your destination
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 42 miles from Hamburg, PA, or about 50m 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 18 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42 miles or 50m 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 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Whitman, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Hamburg, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Hamburg, PA
This is one driving day of about 83.9 miles and 1h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Hamburg, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 42 mi from Hamburg, PA · 50m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
42 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 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 42 miles from Hamburg, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Whitman, PA
The final approach into Whitman, 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
$13.91 one way
$27.82 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $15.23 | $30.47 |
| premium | $4.93 | $16.27 | $32.54 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.52 | $37.05 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25.2 | 0 | $8.81 | $4.03 |
| Efficient EV | 21 | 0 | $7.34 | $3.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 33.6 | 0 | $11.75 | $5.37 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% 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
Whitman, PA
Night in Whitman on Wednesday
Local time
11:20 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°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
8 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
1h 41m 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 Hamburg, PA to Whitman, PA covers 83.9 miles and takes about 1h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Street, North 4th Street, I 78 East. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 42 miles from Hamburg, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.91 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.
The drive from Hamburg, PA to Whitman, PA is easy. At 1h 41m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Hamburg, PA to Whitman, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Hamburg, PA to Whitman, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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