Origin
Kingston, PA
Night in Kingston on Wednesday
Local time
11:41 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kingston, PA to Shickshinny, PA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
31m
Distance
16 mi
26 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 29m
★
6 AM
0h 31m
8 AM
0h 37m
10 AM
0h 33m
12 PM
0h 33m
3 PM
0h 33m
5 PM
0h 36m
8 PM
0h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kingston, PA
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Shickshinny, PA
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Trip Overview
This short 16-mile drive from Kingston to Shickshinny, Pennsylvania, takes approximately 31 minutes and is perfect as a single-day trip. With a modest fuel cost estimate of $3, it's an economical option for a quick journey. The route primarily utilizes local roads like Allen Street, East Main Street, and Narrows Road, offering a turn-heavy experience. Given its brevity, you won't need an overnight stay, allowing for maximum flexibility in your schedule. This drive keeps you within the Northeast region of Pennsylvania, making it a convenient local excursion.
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
8 miles from Kingston, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 19m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, with no highway miles to speak of. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 8.9 miles along Allen Street. As you transition from Allen Street to East Main Street and then Narrows Road, the character of the drive will shift, likely involving more frequent turns and changes in speed as you navigate through local areas. This isn't a high-speed journey; rather, it's a more engaged, surface-street experience.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 8 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Allen Street is the longest continuous segment at about 8.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Market Street.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Kingston, PA to Shickshinny, PA is easy. At 31m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Market Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (US 11 / South Wyoming Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
2 of 2 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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Market Street
Turn right onto Market Street
Navigation decision point
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US 11 / South Wyoming Avenue
Turn left onto US 11 / South Wyoming Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Allen Street | 8.9 mi | 13m |
| East Main Street | 4.5 mi | 11m |
| Narrows Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| South Wyoming Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| East Poplar Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Market Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Main Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Allen Street
— 8.9 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kingston, PA and Shickshinny, PA.
1
Start on this road
79 ft
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10 sec
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this road
2
Turn right onto Market Street
84 ft
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10 sec
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Market Street
3
Turn left onto US 11
1.0 mi
·
2 min
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South Wyoming Avenue
Use the left lane.
4
Continue on US 11
1.0 mi
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1 min
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Narrows Road
5
Continue on US 11
4.5 mi
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11 min
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East Main Street
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on US 11; PA 29
0.5 mi
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1 min
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East Poplar Street
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on US 11; PA 29
8.9 mi
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13 min
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Allen Street
Use the straight lane.
8
Arrive at destination
US 11
Trip Plan
Since this is a brief 31-minute drive covering just 16 miles, you have the advantage of flexibility. There are no designated stops, so you can depart whenever suits you best. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, although the estimated cost is low at $3. The 'turn-heavy' profile means you'll want to stay alert, especially when navigating the transitions between Allen Street, East Main Street, and Narrows Road. A specific tip for this route: be prepared for potentially slower speeds and more frequent turns as you move from the more open stretch of Allen Street into more built-up areas.
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 8 miles from Kingston, PA, or about 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 8.9 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 16 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 8 miles or 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Shickshinny, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving Kingston, PA.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Kingston, PA
This is one driving day of about 16 miles and 31m.
At 16 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on Allen Street for about 8.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 8 mi from Kingston, PA · 19m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 8 miles from Kingston, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Shickshinny, PA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Shickshinny, 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
$2.65 one way
$5.31 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $2.91 | $5.81 |
| premium | $4.93 | $3.10 | $6.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.53 | $7.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.8 | 0 | $1.68 | $0.77 |
| Efficient EV | 4 | 0 | $1.40 | $0.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.4 | 0 | $2.24 | $1.02 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Shickshinny, PA
Night in Shickshinny on Wednesday
Local time
11:41 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°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
1 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
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 Kingston, PA to Shickshinny, PA covers 16 miles and takes about 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Allen Street, East Main Street, Narrows Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8 miles from Kingston, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.65 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.
The drive from Kingston, PA to Shickshinny, PA is easy. At 31m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Market Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (US 11 / South Wyoming Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Kingston, PA to Shickshinny, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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