This 116.4-mile journey from Hatfield, PA to Altoona, PA is a manageable 2.5-hour drive, making it an ideal one-day trip. Expect to spend around $19 on fuel for this route. The drive primarily utilizes local roads, offering a hands-on driving experience rather than a high-speed interstate cruise. As you travel from the Northeast region of Pennsylvania to another part of the Northeast, you'll experience a change in scenery and local character. With only one recommended stop, you can easily complete this trip in a single day, fitting it into a weekend adventure or a quick midweek getaway.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
58.2 miles from Hatfield, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 12m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 30m. Total distance: 116.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
This route is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' suggesting a dynamic experience behind the wheel. While only 26% of the drive is on highways, you'll encounter a significant longest stretch of 51 miles on the William Penn Highway. You'll navigate through various local roads, including US 119 and Admiral Peary Highway, which likely means a varied driving pace and more frequent turns. This isn't a monotonous stretch of interstate; instead, anticipate a more engaging drive that keeps you connected to the landscape.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
William Penn Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 51 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 42.7 miles in.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 116.4 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 42.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 43 miles (US 22 / William Penn Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 108.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
42.7 mi into trip|~50m in
Take the exit toward US 22 East: Blairsville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward US 22 East: Blairsville
5
43 mi into trip|~51m in|US 22 / William Penn Highway
Merge onto US 22 / William Penn Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
108.2 mi into trip|~2h 18m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 99 North, US 220 North: Altoona
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 99 North, US 220 North: Altoona
4
113.5 mi into trip|~2h 24m in
Take the exit toward 17th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward 17th Street
5
114 mi into trip|~2h 25m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Altoona
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward Altoona
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Hatfield, PA and Altoona, PA, road signs point toward Pa Turnpike 66 North: Delmont and Bedford.
Pa Turnpike 66 North: Delmont
29.1 mi in|~35m|via PA Tpke 66
Bedford
107.7 mi in|~2h 17m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
William Penn Highway
51 mi
1h 6m
US 119
25.9 mi
30m
Admiral Peary Highway
13.7 mi
19m
Amos K. Hutchinson Bypass
13.3 mi
14m
I 99
4.4 mi
4m
17th Street
1.4 mi
2m
Morgantown Street
1.2 mi
2m
Pittsburgh Street
1 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
William Penn Highway
— 51 mi, about 1h 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hatfield, PA and Altoona, PA.
1
Start on Morgantown Road
0.6 mi·53 sec·Morgantown Road
2
Continue on Morgantown Street
1.2 mi·2 min·Morgantown Street
3
Continue on PA 51
1.0 mi·1 min·Pittsburgh Street
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·32 sec
5
Merge onto US 119
26 mi·30 min·US 119
6
Continue on PA Tpke 66
13 mi·14 min·Amos K. Hutchinson Bypass
Toward PA Turnpike 66 North: Delmont
7
Continue on PA 66
0.3 mi·35 sec·PA 66
Use the right lane.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi·48 sec
Toward US 22 East: BlairsvilleUse the right lane.
9
Merge onto US 22
34 mi·47 min·William Penn Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Continue on US 22
14 mi·19 min·Admiral Peary Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Continue on US 22
17 mi·19 min·William Penn Highway
12
Continue on this road
0.5 mi·45 sec·this road
Toward I 99, US 220: Altoona, Bedford
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi·1 min
Toward I 99 North, US 220 North: Altoona
14
Merge onto I 99; US 220
4.4 mi·4 min·I 99; US 220
15
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward 17th Street
16
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·21 sec
Toward Altoona
17
Turn straight onto 17th Street
1.4 mi·2 min·17th Street
18
Turn right onto PA 764
0.7 mi·1 min·6th Avenue
19
Turn left onto 7th Street
0.2 mi·18 sec·7th Street
20
Arrive at destination
7th Street
Trip Plan
Given the 2.5-hour duration and 116.4-mile distance, this trip is perfectly suited for a single day. Consider an early morning departure to maximize your time at your destination or for any unscheduled stops. With a fuel cost estimated at $19, planning your refueling stops is straightforward. The 'turn-heavy local drive' profile suggests paying close attention to navigation, especially when transitioning between roads like the William Penn Highway and US 119. Pace yourself with breaks as needed, perhaps near the end of the 51-mile stretch on the William Penn Highway, to ensure a comfortable journey.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 58.2 miles from Hatfield, PA, or about 1h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 51 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 26 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 58.2 miles or 1h 12m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 3m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Altoona, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hatfield, 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 Hatfield, PA
This is one driving day of about 116.4 miles and 2h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Hatfield, 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 William Penn Highway for about 51 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 58.2 mi from Hatfield, PA
· 1h 12m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.30 one way
$38.60 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg41 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$21.14
$42.27
premium
$4.93
$22.57
$45.15
diesel
$5.61
$25.70
$51.40
Estimated Tolls: $0.93
Amos K. Hutchinson Bypass
(13.3 mi)$0.93
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
$19
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
34.9
0
$12.22
$5.59
Efficient EV
29.1
0
$10.19
$4.66
EV Truck/SUV
46.6
0
$16.30
$7.45
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 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.
Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026
Origin
Hatfield, PA
Evening
in Hatfield on Friday
Local time
7:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Altoona, PA
Evening
in Altoona on Friday
Local time
7:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
48°F
Snyder, PA
58 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
13 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
2h 30m 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 Hatfield, PA to Altoona, PA covers 116.4 miles and takes about 2h 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are William Penn Highway, US 119, Admiral Peary Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 58.2 miles from Hatfield, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.30 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 116.4 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 42.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 43 miles (US 22 / William Penn Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 108.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Hatfield, PA and Altoona, PA, road signs point toward Pa Turnpike 66 North: Delmont and Bedford.
