Origin
Haverford, PA
Night in Haverford on Sunday
Local time
9:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Haverford, PA to Tunkhannock, PA
Drive Time
2h 46m
Distance
127.7 mi
206 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 35m
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6 AM
2h 46m
8 AM
3h 8m
10 AM
2h 54m
12 PM
2h 52m
3 PM
2h 55m
5 PM
3h 7m
8 PM
2h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Tunkhannock, PA
Jack Pace
Trip Overview
Traveling from Haverford to Tunkhannock covers 127.7 miles of Pennsylvania landscape, typically requiring about 2 hours and 46 minutes behind the wheel. Because this journey is easily manageable in a single day, you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless you prefer a slower pace. Budgeting approximately $21 for fuel will cover your primary travel costs for the round trip. The route effectively transitions you from the bustling Northeast region near Philadelphia into the quieter northern reaches of the state. It serves as a straightforward, highway-focused connection that is ideal for a focused day trip. Whether you are heading out for business or a quick getaway, the logistics are simple enough to keep your planning stress-free.
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
63.9 miles from Haverford, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 17m into the drive .
Drive Character
You will spend the majority of your time on major thoroughfares, as 77% of this drive consists of highway travel. The Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension serves as the backbone of your journey, providing a substantial 85.6-mile uninterrupted stretch that allows for consistent speed. As you progress, the route shifts from these high-speed lanes onto PA 309 and the Tunkhannock Highway to complete your trek. While the highway segments offer a predictable and efficient experience, the transition to state routes provides a change of pace as you reach your final destination. Expect a functional, direct drive that prioritizes efficiency over technical, winding backroads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension is the longest continuous segment at about 85.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and Tunkhannock Highway. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Winsor Lane.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 127.7 miles you will encounter 13 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: near the start (Winsor Lane): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Woodside Road): Navigation decision point; at 5.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Winsor Lane
Turn right onto Winsor Lane
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Woodside Road
Turn right onto Woodside Road
Navigation decision point
7
5.5 mi into trip
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~12m in
Take the ramp toward I 76 West, I 476 North: Valley Forge, Plymouth Meeting
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward I 76 West, I 476 North: Valley Forge, Pl...
7
5.5 mi into trip
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~12m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 476 North: Plymouth Meeting
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 476 North: Plymouth Meeting
6
95 mi into trip
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~1h 51m in
Take the exit toward PA 115: Wilkes-Barre, Bear Creek
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 105
Toward PA 115: Wilkes-Barre, Bear Creek
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Haverford, PA to Tunkhannock, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Bear Creek along the way.
Bear Creek
95 mi in
|
~1h 51m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension | 85.6 mi | 1h 32m |
| Tunkhannock Highway | 15.7 mi | 25m |
| PA 309 | 9.9 mi | 16m |
| Bear Creek Boulevard | 4.3 mi | 7m |
| Mid-County Expressway | 3.4 mi | 4m |
| Old Gulph Road | 2.3 mi | 5m |
| Hunter Highway | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| West Matsonford Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
— 85.6 mi, about 1h 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Haverford, PA and Tunkhannock, PA.
1
Start on this road
10 ft
·
4 sec
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this road
2
Turn right onto Winsor Lane
343 ft
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14 sec
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Winsor Lane
3
Turn right onto Woodside Road
525 ft
·
21 sec
·
Woodside Road
4
Turn right onto Montgomery Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Montgomery Avenue
5
Turn slight right onto New Gulph Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
New Gulph Road
6
Continue on Old Gulph Road
2.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Old Gulph Road
7
Turn right onto West Matsonford Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
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West Matsonford Road
8
Take the ramp
110 ft
·
3 sec
Toward I 76 West, I 476 North: Valley Forge, Plymouth Meeting
Use the right lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Toward I 476 North: Plymouth Meeting
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 476
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Mid-County Expressway
Use the none lane.
11
Turn slight left onto I 476
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
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Mid-County Expressway
Use the none lane.
12
Continue on I 476; PATP
86 mi
·
1 hr 32 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Use the none lane.
13
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 105
Toward PA 115: Wilkes-Barre, Bear Creek
14
Turn left onto PA 115
4.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Bear Creek Boulevard
15
Continue on PA 309
9.8 mi
·
16 min
·
PA 309
16
Take the exit onto PA 309
509 ft
·
12 sec
·
PA 309
17
Merge onto PA 309
16 mi
·
24 min
·
Tunkhannock Highway
18
Continue on PA 29
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Hunter Highway
19
Continue on PA 29
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Tunkhannock Highway
20
Continue on PA 29
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
Bridge Street
Use the straight lane.
21
Arrive at destination
PA 29
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 2-hour and 46-minute drive, try to time your departure to avoid peak traffic hours near the start in Haverford. Planning for at least one stop is recommended to break up the 127.7-mile journey and keep you alert behind the wheel. Since a large portion of the trip is concentrated on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, ensure you have your toll payment method ready before you pull onto the ramp. Keep in mind that the $21 fuel estimate is a baseline, so check your vehicle's range before hitting the road. Because this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to adjust your schedule easily if you encounter unexpected delays on the main highways.
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 63.9 miles from Haverford, PA, or about 1h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 85.6 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 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 63.9 miles or 1h 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 2h 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tunkhannock, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Haverford, 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 Haverford, PA
This is one driving day of about 127.7 miles and 2h 46m.
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 Northeast Extension for about 85.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 63.9 mi from Haverford, PA · 1h 17m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
64 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 63.9 miles from Haverford, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 85.6 miles.
Arriving in Tunkhannock, PA
The final approach into Tunkhannock, 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 Tunkhannock, PA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.13 one way
$42.26 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
45 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $23.12 | $46.24 |
| premium | $4.92 | $24.75 | $49.49 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $28.37 | $56.74 |
Estimated Tolls: $11.13
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(85.6 mi)
$11.13
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
$21
Tolls
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 44.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 38.3 | 0 | $13.41 | $6.13 |
| Efficient EV | 31.9 | 0 | $11.17 | $5.11 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 51.1 | 0 | $17.88 | $8.17 |
Gas CO2
45 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (67% 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
Tunkhannock, PA
Night in Tunkhannock on Sunday
Local time
9:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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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
21 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 46m 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 Haverford, PA to Tunkhannock, PA covers 127.7 miles and takes about 2h 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, Tunkhannock Highway, PA 309. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 63.9 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 $21.13 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 127.7 miles you will encounter 13 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: near the start (Winsor Lane): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Woodside Road): Navigation decision point; at 5.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Haverford, PA to Tunkhannock, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Bear Creek along the way.
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