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Trip from Johnstown, PA to Ehrenfeld, PA

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

21m

Distance

11.2 mi

18 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$2

one way

Best Time to Leave

4 AM
0h 20m ★
6 AM
0h 22m
8 AM
0h 25m
10 AM
0h 23m
12 PM
0h 22m
3 PM
0h 23m
5 PM
0h 25m
8 PM
0h 20m ★

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in Cambria County, Pennsylvania, United States

Johnstown, PA

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Downtown Ehrenfeld, PA, PA

Ehrenfeld, PA

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Trip Overview

This short 11.2-mile journey from Johnstown, PA to Ehrenfeld, PA takes about 21 minutes to complete. It's a straightforward local drive, making it perfect for a quick trip or as part of a larger exploration of the Northeast region. With a modest fuel cost of around $2, this route is budget-friendly for any traveler. Since it's so brief, it's ideal as a single-day excursion, allowing for plenty of flexibility in your schedule. You won't need an overnight stay for this particular segment.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

0 planned breaks

This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.

Midpoint

5.6 miles from Johnstown, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 10m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a 'turn-heavy' local experience on this drive, with no highway mileage to speak of. Your journey will primarily follow Frankstown Road, Ragers Hill Road, and Rockville Road. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 5.9 miles on Frankstown Road. This type of route offers a more intimate connection with the local landscape, with frequent turns that keep you engaged behind the wheel. It's a classic Pennsylvania local road experience.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Frankstown Road is the longest continuous segment at about 5.9 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 Main Street.

Route Complexity 3/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

This is a straightforward 21m drive. You will face about 4 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 (Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 10.6 miles (Oak Street): Navigation decision point; at 10.7 miles (Portage Street): Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

4 of 4 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

4
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | Main Street

Turn right onto Main Street

Navigation decision point

4
10.6 mi into trip | ~19m in | Oak Street

Turn left onto Oak Street

Navigation decision point

4
10.7 mi into trip | ~19m in | Portage Street

Turn right onto Portage Street

Navigation decision point

3
11.2 mi into trip | ~21m in | Penn Street

Turn right onto Penn Street

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Frankstown Road 5.9 mi 10m
Ragers Hill Road 2.3 mi 4m
Rockville Road 0.7 mi 1m
Lake Street 0.7 mi 1m
Main Street 0.5 mi 1m
Railroad Street 0.5 mi <1m
2nd Street 0.4 mi 1m
Oak Street 0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Frankstown Road — 5.9 mi, about 10m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Johnstown, PA and Ehrenfeld, PA.

1

Start on Walnut Street

43 ft · 5 sec · Walnut Street
2

Turn right onto Main Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · Main Street
3

Continue on Frankstown Road

5.9 mi · 10 min · Frankstown Road
4

Continue on Ragers Hill Road

2.3 mi · 4 min · Ragers Hill Road
5

Continue on Frankstown Road

355 ft · 7 sec · Frankstown Road
6

Continue on Rockville Road

0.7 mi · 1 min · Rockville Road
7

Continue on Lake Street

0.7 mi · 1 min · Lake Street
8

Continue on Railroad Street

0.5 mi · 56 sec · Railroad Street
9

Turn left onto Oak Street

0.1 mi · 29 sec · Oak Street
10

Turn right onto Portage Street

0.1 mi · 25 sec · Portage Street
11

Continue on 2nd Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · 2nd Street
12

Turn right onto Penn Street

19 ft · 0 sec · Penn Street
13

Arrive at destination

Penn Street

Trip Plan

Given the short 21-minute duration, this drive offers maximum flexibility. You can depart anytime without needing to worry about breaking up a long journey. There are no specific stops recommended, so you can tailor your pace to your preference. Keep an eye on local road conditions, as these can change quickly on less-trafficked routes. With a fuel cost estimated at just $2, you'll have no concerns about refueling along the way, allowing you to focus on the turns ahead.

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 5.6 miles from Johnstown, PA, or about 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 5.9 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 11 miles or 20m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 5.6 miles or 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 17m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ehrenfeld, PA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Have your navigation ready before leaving Johnstown, PA.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Johnstown, PA

This is one driving day of about 11.2 miles and 21m.

At 11.2 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on Frankstown Road for about 5.9 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 5.6 mi from Johnstown, PA · 10m into the drive

Pacing Suggestions

Vinco, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

East Conemaugh, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 5.6 miles from Johnstown, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Ehrenfeld, PA

Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Ehrenfeld, PA if you are unfamiliar with the area.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$1.86 one way

$3.71 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 4 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $2.03 $4.07
premium $4.93 $2.17 $4.34
diesel $5.61 $2.47 $4.95

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$2

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$27–$52

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 3.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 3.4 0 $1.18 $0.54
Efficient EV 2.8 0 $0.98 $0.45
EV Truck/SUV 4.5 0 $1.57 $0.72

Gas CO2

4 kg

EV CO2

1 kg (75% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 14, 2026

Origin

Johnstown, PA

Night in Johnstown on Wednesday

Local time

10:42 PM

EDT

Current temp

79°F

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

W 10 mph 30% chance Live forecast

Severe Thunderstorm Warning

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 7:20PM EDT until April 14 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS State College PA

Severe Thunderstorm Warning

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 7:07PM EDT until April 14 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY

Destination

Ehrenfeld, PA

Night in Ehrenfeld on Wednesday

Local time

10:42 PM

EDT

Current temp

71°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

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

21m 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 Johnstown, PA to Ehrenfeld, PA covers 11.2 miles and takes about 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Frankstown Road, Ragers Hill Road, Rockville Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 5.6 miles from Johnstown, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.86 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 21m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 10.6 miles (Oak Street): Navigation decision point; at 10.7 miles (Portage Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Johnstown, PA to Ehrenfeld, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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