Origin
Hopwood, PA
Morning in Hopwood on Thursday
Local time
8:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hopwood, PA to Erie, PA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 31m
Distance
185.5 mi
299 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$31
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 19m
★
6 AM
3h 32m
8 AM
3h 56m
10 AM
3h 40m
12 PM
3h 38m
3 PM
3h 41m
5 PM
3h 55m
8 PM
3h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hopwood, PA
Christina & Peter
Trip Overview
This 185.5-mile drive from Hopwood, PA to Erie, PA takes approximately 3 hours and 31 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. You'll primarily travel on major roadways, with 94% of the journey on highways, including stretches of I-79 and the Pennsylvania Turnpike. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $31, which is quite reasonable for the distance covered. This highway-focused drive offers a straightforward path through Pennsylvania's Northeast region. Given its manageable duration and efficiency, it's an excellent option for a quick transit or a focused journey.
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
92.7 miles from Hopwood, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 47m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 31m. Total distance: 185.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this 185.5-mile route, with 94% of your travel occurring on high-speed roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 105.2 miles on I-79, offering a consistent pace for a significant portion of the trip. While the main roads include I-79, the Pennsylvania Turnpike, and US 119, the overall profile leans heavily towards efficient highway travel rather than winding scenic byways. This means you'll likely experience a more direct and faster journey, prioritizing getting you to your destination efficiently.
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.
I 79 is the longest continuous segment at about 105.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 79 and Pennsylvania Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 28.6 miles in.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 185.5 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 28.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 29.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 76.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
28.6 mi into trip
|
~36m in
Take the exit toward I 70, I 76, PATP: New Stanton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 0B
Toward I 70, I 76, PATP: New Stanton
7
29.3 mi into trip
|
~37m in
Take the exit toward I 70 East, I 76, PATP: Harrisburg, Pittsburgh
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 I 70 East, I 76, PATP: Harrisburg, Pitts...
8
76.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 28m 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...
7
76.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 29m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 79 North: Erie
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 79 North: Erie
6
182.5 mi into trip
|
~3h 24m in
Take the exit toward PA 5 East, PA 290 East: 12th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 183A
Toward PA 5 East, PA 290 East: 12th Street
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Hopwood, PA and Erie, PA, road signs point toward Pa Turnpike 66 North: Delmont, Patp: New Stanton, Patp: Harrisburg, Pittsburgh, Warrendale and Cranberry.
Pa Turnpike 66 North: Delmont
28.1 mi in
|
~35m
|
via PA Tpke 66
Patp: New Stanton
28.6 mi in
|
~36m
Patp: Harrisburg
29.3 mi in
|
~37m
Pittsburgh
29.3 mi in
|
~37m
Warrendale
76.2 mi in
|
~1h 28m
Cranberry
76.2 mi in
|
~1h 28m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 79 | 105.2 mi | 1h 53m |
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 46.2 mi | 49m |
| US 119 | 22.6 mi | 26m |
| West 12th Street | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| Connellsville Road | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Connellsville Street | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| National Pike | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| East Main Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 79
— 105.2 mi, about 1h 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hopwood, PA and Erie, PA.
1
Start on US 40 Business
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
National Pike
2
Continue on US 40 Business
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
3
Turn right onto Connellsville Street
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Connellsville Street
4
Continue on Connellsville Road
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Connellsville Road
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
6
Continue on US 119
22 mi
·
26 min
·
US 119
7
Continue on PA Tpke 66
0.5 mi
·
35 sec
·
Amos K. Hutchinson Bypass
Toward PA Turnpike 66 North: Delmont
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 0B
Toward I 70, I 76, PATP: New Stanton
Use the right lane.
9
Continue on US 119
0.4 mi
·
22 sec
·
US 119
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 70 East, I 76, PATP: Harrisburg, Pittsburgh
Use the slight right lane.
11
Continue on I 70
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
I 70
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 76 West: Pittsburgh
13
Merge onto I 76; PATP
46 mi
·
49 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 28
Toward I 79, US 19: Erie, Pittsburgh, Warrendale, Cranberry
Use the slight right lane.
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 79 North: Erie
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Merge onto I 79
105 mi
·
1 hr 53 min
·
I 79
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
Exit 183A
Toward PA 5 East, PA 290 East: 12th Street
19
Turn right onto PA 5; PA 290
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
West 12th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Turn left onto State Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
State Street
Use the left lane.
21
Arrive at destination
State Street
Trip Plan
For this 3-hour and 31-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Hopwood, PA, to take advantage of lighter traffic and maximize your daylight hours. With only one recommended stop and a longest stretch of 105.2 miles on I-79, you can plan your breaks strategically, perhaps around the halfway point or when you see services on I-79. The estimated fuel cost of $31 is helpful for budgeting, but always keep an eye on your gauge, especially during the longer highway segments. Since this is a highly efficient, highway-centric route, flexibility is your greatest asset; you can easily adjust your schedule if needed.
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 92.7 miles from Hopwood, PA, or about 1h 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 105.2 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 41 miles or 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 92.7 miles or 1h 47m 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 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Erie, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hopwood, 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 Hopwood, PA
This is one driving day of about 185.5 miles and 3h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 miles from Hopwood, 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 I 79 for about 105.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 92.7 mi from Hopwood, PA · 1h 47m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
93 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 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 92.7 miles from Hopwood, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 79 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 105.2 miles.
Arriving in Erie, PA
The final approach into Erie, 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 Erie, 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
$30.75 one way
$61.51 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
65 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $33.68 | $67.36 |
| premium | $4.93 | $35.98 | $71.95 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $40.96 | $81.91 |
Estimated Tolls: $6.04
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(46.2 mi)
$6.00
Amos K. Hutchinson Bypass
(0.5 mi)
$0.04
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
$31
Tolls
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$62–$87
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 64.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 55.7 | 0 | $19.48 | $8.90 |
| Efficient EV | 46.4 | 0 | $16.23 | $7.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 74.2 | 0 | $25.97 | $11.87 |
Gas CO2
65 kg
EV CO2
22 kg (66% 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
Erie, PA
Morning in Erie on Thursday
Local time
8:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
8 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
3h 31m 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 Hopwood, PA to Erie, PA covers 185.5 miles and takes about 3h 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 79, Pennsylvania Turnpike, US 119. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 92.7 miles from Hopwood, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $30.75 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 185.5 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 28.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 29.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 76.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Hopwood, PA and Erie, PA, road signs point toward Pa Turnpike 66 North: Delmont, Patp: New Stanton, Patp: Harrisburg, Pittsburgh, Warrendale and Cranberry.
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