Origin
Hazleton, PA
Morning in Hazleton on Friday
Local time
6:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Hazleton, PA to State College, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 21m
Distance
120.2 mi
193 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 12m
★
6 AM
2h 22m
8 AM
2h 41m
10 AM
2h 28m
12 PM
2h 26m
3 PM
2h 29m
5 PM
2h 40m
8 PM
2h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hazleton, PA
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State College, PA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Hazleton, PA to State College, PA covers 120.2 miles and takes about 2h 21m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Keystone Shortway, Jacksonville Road, State Route 93 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 95.2 miles on Keystone Shortway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $19.93 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.
Midpoint
60.1 miles from Hazleton, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 10m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 21m. Total distance: 120.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (3%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 21m drive with frequent turns across 120.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Keystone Shortway is the longest continuous segment at about 95.2 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 early in the drive near West Magnolia Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 21m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West Magnolia Street): Navigation decision point; at 104.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 104.6 miles (US 220; PA 26 / Jacksonville Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 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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West Magnolia Street
Turn left onto West Magnolia Street
Navigation decision point
6
104.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 58m in
Take the exit toward I 99 South, US 220 South, PA 26: Bellefonte
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 161
Toward I 99 South, US 220 South, PA 26: Bellefo...
5
104.6 mi into trip
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~1h 59m in
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US 220; PA 26 / Jacksonville Road
Turn left onto US 220; PA 26 / Jacksonville Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
116.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 13m in
Take the exit toward US 322 East: State College, Lewistown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 322 East: State College, Lewistown
5
118 mi into trip
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~2h 16m in
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PA 26 / East College Avenue
Turn right onto PA 26 / East College Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Keystone Shortway | 95.2 mi | 1h 43m |
| Jacksonville Road | 11.7 mi | 14m |
| State Route 93 | 3.7 mi | 7m |
| Susquehanna Boulevard | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| East College Avenue | 2.1 mi | 4m |
| West Broad Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| Berwick Hazleton Highway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| North Broad Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Keystone Shortway
— 95.2 mi, about 1h 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hazleton, PA and State College, PA.
1
Start on North Lee Court
80 ft
·
11 sec
·
North Lee Court
2
Turn left onto West Magnolia Street
216 ft
·
14 sec
·
West Magnolia Street
3
Turn left onto PA 309
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
North Church Street
4
Turn right onto PA 93
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West Broad Street
5
Continue on PA 93; PA 924
0.5 mi
·
39 sec
·
North Broad Street
6
Turn straight onto PA 93
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Susquehanna Boulevard
7
Continue on PA 93
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Valmont Parkway
8
Continue on PA 93
3.7 mi
·
7 min
·
State Route 93
9
Continue on PA 93
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Berwick Hazleton Highway
10
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
11
Merge onto I 80
95 mi
·
1 hr 43 min
·
Keystone Shortway
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
53 sec
Exit 161
Toward I 99 South, US 220 South, PA 26: Bellefonte
13
Turn left onto US 220; PA 26
12 mi
·
14 min
·
Jacksonville Road
Use the straight lane.
14
Take the exit
1.0 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 322 East: State College, Lewistown
15
Merge onto US 322
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Mount Nittany Expressway
16
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Toward PA 26: State College
17
Turn right onto PA 26
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
East College Avenue
Use the right lane.
18
Turn left onto South Allen Street
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
South Allen Street
19
Arrive at destination
South Allen Street
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 60.1 miles from Hazleton, PA, or about 1h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 95.2 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 26 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 60.1 miles or 1h 10m 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 52m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near State College, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Hazleton, 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 Hazleton, PA
This is one driving day of about 120.2 miles and 2h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Hazleton, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Keystone Shortway for about 95.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 60.1 mi from Hazleton, PA · 1h 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
60 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 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 60.1 miles from Hazleton, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Keystone Shortway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 95.2 miles.
Arriving in State College, PA
The final approach into State College, 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 State College, 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
$19.93 one way
$39.86 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
42 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $21.83 | $43.65 |
| premium | $4.93 | $23.31 | $46.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.54 | $53.08 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 36.1 | 0 | $12.62 | $5.77 |
| Efficient EV | 30.1 | 0 | $10.52 | $4.81 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 48.1 | 0 | $16.83 | $7.69 |
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 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
State College, PA
Morning in State College on Friday
Local time
6:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
46°F
White Deer, PA
60 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
21 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
2h 21m 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 Hazleton, PA to State College, PA covers 120.2 miles and takes about 2h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Keystone Shortway, Jacksonville Road, State Route 93. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 60.1 miles from Hazleton, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.93 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 2h 21m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West Magnolia Street): Navigation decision point; at 104.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 104.6 miles (US 220; PA 26 / Jacksonville Road): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Hazleton, PA to State College, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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