Origin
Hempfield, PA
Morning in Hempfield on Saturday
Local time
10:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hempfield, PA to Caln, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 3m
Distance
40.2 mi
65 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 59m
★
6 AM
1h 4m
8 AM
1h 14m
10 AM
1h 7m
12 PM
1h 6m
3 PM
1h 8m
5 PM
1h 14m
8 PM
1h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hempfield, PA
Jack Pace
Caln, PA
Haneul Trac
Trip Overview
Hempfield, PA to Caln, PA is 40.2 miles and takes about 1h 3m via US 30, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Pennsylvania, beginning in the Northeast region and concluding in the same area. Expect a local feel for most of this trip, with frequent turns and a relatively short overall duration. It’s a straightforward, manageable journey perfect for a quick hop between towns without extensive planning.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 3m. Total distance: 40.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
This route is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' meaning you'll encounter numerous intersections and changes in direction. With only 25% of the drive on highways, much of your time will be spent on local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll experience is 10.2 miles along US 30, offering a brief period of more consistent travel before transitioning back to more varied road conditions. Be prepared for a dynamic driving experience that requires attention to navigation.
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.
US 30 is the longest continuous segment at about 10.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.1 miles in near PA 462 / West Main Street.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 40.2 miles you will encounter 15 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 1.1 miles (PA 462 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 12.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 25.3 miles (US 30 / Lincoln Highway): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
PA 462 / West Main Street
Turn left onto PA 462 / West Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
12.5 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
25.3 mi into trip
|
~40m in
|
US 30 / Lincoln Highway
Turn left onto US 30 / Lincoln Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
6
30.7 mi into trip
|
~49m in
|
US 30 / Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass
Keep slight right at fork onto US 30 / Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
38.4 mi into trip
|
~59m in
Take the exit toward Reeceville Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Reeceville Road
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 30 | 10.2 mi | 13m |
| Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass | 7.7 mi | 10m |
| Old Philadelphia Pike | 7.4 mi | 12m |
| Lincoln Highway | 5.8 mi | 9m |
| Newport Road | 5.4 mi | 9m |
| North Caln Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| Summit Drive | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| College Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 30
— 10.2 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hempfield, PA and Caln, PA.
1
Start on Summit Drive
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Summit Drive
2
Continue on Hill Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Hill Street
3
Turn right onto North Church Street
254 ft
·
14 sec
·
North Church Street
4
Turn left onto PA 462
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
West Main Street
5
Turn left onto College Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
College Avenue
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward US 30 East: Lancaster
7
Merge onto US 30
10 mi
·
13 min
·
US 30
8
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
Toward PA 340
9
Keep slight left at fork
258 ft
·
11 sec
10
Turn left onto PA 340
7.4 mi
·
12 min
·
Old Philadelphia Pike
11
Keep slight right at fork onto PA 772
5.4 mi
·
9 min
·
Newport Road
12
Turn left onto US 30
5.4 mi
·
8 min
·
Lincoln Highway
Use the left / straight lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork onto US 30
7.7 mi
·
10 min
·
Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward Reeceville Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Turn left onto Reeceville Road
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Reeceville Road
16
Continue on North Caln Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
North Caln Road
17
Turn left onto US 30 BUS
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
Lincoln Highway
18
Turn left onto Seltzer Avenue
225 ft
·
9 sec
·
Seltzer Avenue
19
Arrive at destination
Seltzer Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 20.1 mi from Hempfield, PA · 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 40 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.1 miles from Hempfield, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Caln, PA
The final approach into Caln, 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
$6.66 one way
$13.33 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $7.30 | $14.60 |
| premium | $4.93 | $7.80 | $15.59 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.88 | $17.75 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.1 | 0 | $4.22 | $1.93 |
| Efficient EV | 10.1 | 0 | $3.52 | $1.61 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.1 | 0 | $5.63 | $2.57 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Caln, PA
Morning in Caln on Saturday
Local time
10:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
17 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
1h 3m 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 Hempfield, PA to Caln, PA covers 40.2 miles and takes about 1h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 30, Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass, Old Philadelphia Pike. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 20.1 miles from Hempfield, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.66 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 40.2 miles you will encounter 15 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 1.1 miles (PA 462 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 12.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 25.3 miles (US 30 / Lincoln Highway): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Hempfield, PA to Caln, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include First State National Historical Park, Valley Forge National Historical Park and Appalachian National Scenic Trail.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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