Origin
Hempfield, PA
Afternoon in Hempfield on Friday
Local time
2:18 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hempfield, PA to Willistown, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 27m
Distance
57 mi
92 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 21m
★
6 AM
1h 28m
8 AM
1h 41m
10 AM
1h 33m
12 PM
1h 31m
3 PM
1h 33m
5 PM
1h 41m
8 PM
1h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hempfield, PA
Jack Pace
Willistown, PA
Haneul Trac
Trip Overview
The drive from Hempfield, PA to Willistown, PA covers 57 miles and takes about 1h 27m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass, US 30, Old Philadelphia Pike for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 13.9 miles on Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.45 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 27m. Total distance: 57 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 27m 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
Expect a 1h 27m drive with frequent turns across 57 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass is the longest continuous segment at about 13.9 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
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 57 miles you will encounter 18 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 30.7 miles (US 30 / Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 47.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 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
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.
7
47.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
Take the exit toward PA 100: Exton, West Chester
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward PA 100: Exton, West Chester
6
47.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
|
PA 100 / Pottstown Pike
Turn right onto PA 100 / Pottstown Pike
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
52 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m in
Take the exit toward PA 3: Newtown Square
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward PA 3: Newtown Square
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Hempfield, PA to Willistown, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Chester along the way.
Chester
47.2 mi in
|
~1h 11m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass | 13.9 mi | 18m |
| US 30 | 10.2 mi | 13m |
| Old Philadelphia Pike | 7.4 mi | 12m |
| Lincoln Highway | 5.4 mi | 8m |
| Newport Road | 5.4 mi | 9m |
| West Chester Pike | 4.5 mi | 7m |
| Pottstown Pike | 3 mi | 4m |
| Exton Bypass | 2.6 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass
— 13.9 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hempfield, PA and Willistown, 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
14 mi
·
18 min
·
Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on US 30
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Exton Bypass
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward PA 100: Exton, West Chester
Use the slight right lane.
16
Turn right onto PA 100
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Pottstown Pike
Use the right lane.
17
Merge onto US 202
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
US 202
18
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
Toward PA 3: Newtown Square
Use the right lane.
19
Turn right onto PA 3
4.5 mi
·
7 min
·
West Chester Pike
Use the straight lane.
20
Turn right onto Dutton Mill Road
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
·
Dutton Mill Road
21
Turn right onto PA 926
36 ft
·
0 sec
·
Street Road
22
Arrive at destination
PA 926
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28.5 mi from Hempfield, PA · 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.5 miles from Hempfield, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Willistown, PA
The final approach into Willistown, 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
$9.45 one way
$18.90 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $10.35 | $20.70 |
| premium | $4.93 | $11.05 | $22.11 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.58 | $25.17 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.1 | 0 | $5.98 | $2.74 |
| Efficient EV | 14.3 | 0 | $4.99 | $2.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.8 | 0 | $7.98 | $3.65 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Willistown, PA
Afternoon in Willistown on Friday
Local time
2:18 PM
EDT
Current temp
89°F
Mostly Sunny
SW 5 to 15 mph
1% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 4:45AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 4:42AM EDT by NWS State College PA
46°F
Christiana, PA
29 mi in
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
26 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
1h 27m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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 Willistown, PA covers 57 miles and takes about 1h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass, US 30, Old Philadelphia Pike. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 28.5 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 $9.45 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 57 miles you will encounter 18 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 30.7 miles (US 30 / Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 47.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Hempfield, PA to Willistown, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Chester along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include First State National Historical Park, Valley Forge National Historical Park and Independence National Historical Park. There are 5 parks within detour distance of this route.
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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