Trip from Haverford, PA to Evans City, PA

Drive Time

5h 59m

Distance

318.3 mi

512 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$53

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min

4 AM

5h 47m ★

6 AM

6h 0m

8 AM

6h 26m

10 AM

6h 9m

12 PM

6h 6m

3 PM

6h 10m

5 PM

6h 25m

8 PM

5h 52m

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

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Trip Overview

Spanning 318.3 miles across Pennsylvania, this trip connects the Northeast suburbs of Haverford to Evans City in roughly 6 hours. Because this is a highway-focused drive, it functions well as a single-day journey, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stop. You should budget approximately $53 for fuel to cover the distance. While the route remains within the same state, you will be traversing from the eastern edge of Pennsylvania toward the western region. It is a straightforward, functional transit route that prioritizes efficiency over meandering scenery, making it ideal if your primary goal is reaching Evans City with minimal fuss.

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

159.1 miles from Haverford, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 2m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a high-speed experience, as 96% of this trip is comprised of highway travel. The vast majority of your time behind the wheel—specifically 298.5 miles—will be spent on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, providing a long, consistent stretch of interstate driving. You will eventually transition onto I-79 before navigating the final local approach via Lindsay Road. This is a classic interstate grind that demands steady focus rather than technical maneuvering. You will find that the road maintains a predictable pace, keeping your travel time to a manageable 5h 59m as you cross the state.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 26 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 298.5 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 7.7 miles in.

Route Complexity 10/10

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

This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 318.3 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 7.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 19 key points

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

7.7 mi into trip | ~16m in

Take the exit toward US 202, US 422 West: King of Prussia, West Chester, Pottstown

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 328B-A/327 Toward US 202, US 422 West: King of Prussia, We...

7.9 mi into trip | ~16m in

Keep slight left at fork toward US 202 South, US 422 West: Mall Boulevard, West Chester, Pottstown, Swedesford Road

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the none lane. Toward US 202 South, US 422 West: Mall Boulevar...

8.1 mi into trip | ~16m in

Keep slight left at fork toward Mall Boulevard

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward Mall Boulevard

8.4 mi into trip | ~17m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 76 West: New Jersey, Harrisburg

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the none lane. Toward I 76 West: New Jersey, Harrisburg

307.8 mi into trip | ~5h 43m 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...

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike	298.5 mi	5h 24m
I 79	5.7 mi	6m
Lindsay Road	2.6 mi	4m
Old Gulph Road	2.5 mi	5m
Schuylkill Expressway	2.2 mi	3m
South Gulph Road	1.3 mi	2m
New Gulph Road	1.1 mi	2m
Montgomery Avenue	0.7 mi	1m

Longest stretch: Pennsylvania Turnpike — 298.5 mi, about 5h 24m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Haverford, PA and Evans City, PA.

Start on this road

10 ft · 4 sec · this road

Turn right onto Winsor Lane

343 ft · 14 sec · Winsor Lane

Turn right onto Woodside Road

525 ft · 21 sec · Woodside Road

Turn right onto Montgomery Avenue

0.7 mi · 1 min · Montgomery Avenue

Turn slight right onto New Gulph Road

1.1 mi · 2 min · New Gulph Road

Continue on Old Gulph Road

2.5 mi · 5 min · Old Gulph Road

Continue on PA 320

1.3 mi · 2 min · South Gulph Road

Use the none lane.

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 29 sec

Toward I 76 West: Valley Forge Use the left lane.

Merge onto I 76

1.7 mi · 2 min · Schuylkill Expressway

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 10 sec

Exit 328B-A/327 Toward US 202, US 422 West: King of Prussia, West Chester, Pottstown Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 22 sec

Toward US 202 South, US 422 West: Mall Boulevard, West Chester, Pottstown, Swedesford Road Use the none lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 20 sec

Toward Mall Boulevard Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

0.1 mi · 8 sec

Toward I 76 West: New Jersey, Harrisburg Use the none lane.

Merge onto I 76

0.4 mi · 52 sec · Schuylkill Expressway

Toward I 76 West: New Jersey, Harrisburg

Keep slight left at fork onto I 76

0.4 mi · 1 min · I 76

Toward I 76 West: Harrisburg Use the slight left lane.

Merge onto I 76; PATP

299 mi · 5 hr 24 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 26 sec

Exit 28 Toward I 79, US 19: Erie, Pittsburgh, Warrendale, Cranberry Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 54 sec

Use the none lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min

Toward I 79 North: Erie Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 79

5.7 mi · 6 min · I 79

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 37 sec

Exit 83 Toward PA 528: Evans City

Keep slight right at fork

288 ft · 9 sec

Toward PA 528 North: Evans City Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Turn slight right onto PA 528

2.6 mi · 4 min · Lindsay Road

At end of road, turn right onto PA 68; PA 528

0.2 mi · 20 sec · Evans City Road

Continue on PA 68; PA 528

0.5 mi · 1 min · West Main Street

Use the straight / left lanes.

Arrive at destination

PA 68; PA 528

Trip Plan

To keep your drive smooth, plan for at least one dedicated stop to break up the nearly six-hour duration. Because the Pennsylvania Turnpike constitutes the longest segment of your trip, check for any active construction or toll-related traffic updates before you depart to avoid unnecessary delays. Leaving early in the morning is your best bet to ensure you arrive in Evans City before the end of the day without feeling rushed. Since you are spending roughly $53 on gas, consider filling up before hitting the main toll road to take advantage of potentially lower local fuel prices. Keeping your pace consistent on the interstate will help you manage your fuel efficiency effectively throughout the journey.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 159.1 miles from Haverford, PA, or about 3h 2m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 298.5 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 36m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 159.1 miles or 3h 2m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 52m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Evans City, PA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Haverford, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Haverford, PA

This is one driving day of about 318.3 miles and 5h 59m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Haverford, 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 298.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 159.1 mi from Haverford, PA · 3h 2m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Cuba, NY

159 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

Corning, NY

Fuel and coffee

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

Cuba, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 159.1 miles from Haverford, 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 298.5 miles.

Arriving in Evans City, PA

The final approach into Evans City, 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 Evans City, 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

$52.67 one way

$105.34 round trip

$4.20/gal 25.4 MPG avg 111 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.60	$57.63	$115.26
premium	$4.92	$61.68	$123.36
diesel	$5.64	$70.72	$141.43

Estimated Tolls: $38.81

Pennsylvania Turnpike (298.5 mi) $38.81

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

$53

Tolls

$39

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$116–$141

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 111.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $33 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	95.5	1	$33.42	$15.28
Efficient EV	79.6	0	$27.85	$12.73
EV Truck/SUV	127.3	1	$44.56	$20.37

Gas CO2

111 kg

EV CO2

37 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 3 days ago

Origin

Haverford, PA

Evening in Haverford on Sunday

Local time

7:27 PM

EDT

Current temp

62°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Evans City, PA

Evening in Evans City on Sunday

Local time

7:27 PM

EDT

Current temp

77°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

51°F

Cuba, NY

159 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

15 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

5h 59m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Haverford, PA to Evans City, PA covers 318.3 miles and takes about 5h 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike, I 79, Lindsay Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 159.1 miles from Haverford, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $52.67 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

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.

The route from Haverford, PA to Evans City, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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