Origin
Lewistown, PA
Night in Lewistown on Wednesday
Local time
10:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lewistown, PA to Philadelphia, PA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 18m
Distance
162.9 mi
262 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$27
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 6m
★
6 AM
3h 18m
8 AM
3h 42m
10 AM
3h 27m
12 PM
3h 24m
3 PM
3h 28m
5 PM
3h 41m
8 PM
3h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lewistown, PA
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Philadelphia, PA
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Lewistown to Philadelphia covers 163.2 miles and takes approximately 2 hours and 38 minutes of drive time. Because this journey is relatively short, it functions perfectly as a single-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about booking overnight accommodations. Expect to spend roughly $26 on fuel for the one-way trek. You will be traveling entirely within the Northeast region of Pennsylvania, moving from the central part of the state toward the eastern hub. It is a straightforward route that provides a clear connection between these two Pennsylvania locations, making it a manageable excursion for anyone looking to reach the city quickly.
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
81.5 miles from Lewistown, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 43m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, you will navigate through South Dorcas Street, East Water Street, and the Lewistown Narrows. With 0% of the route on major highways, the experience is defined by local roads rather than high-speed cruising. There is no long, uninterrupted stretch to zone out on; in fact, the longest segment is 0 miles on South Dorcas Street. Prepare for a dynamic journey where the road configuration changes frequently, requiring you to stay engaged with the path ahead throughout the entire 163.2-mile distance.
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.
Pennsylvania Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 78.4 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
629 ft
45 ft
Total Climb
434 ft
Total Descent
893 ft
Highest Point
629 ft
~81.5 mi in
Elevation Range
585 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and Lewistown Narrows. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 57 miles in near US 322.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 162.9 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 57 miles (US 322): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 61.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 143.4 miles (I 76): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
9
57 mi into trip
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~1h 12m in
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US 322
Keep slight right at fork onto US 322 toward I 83 South, US 322 East: Hershey, York
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 70
Toward I 83 South, US 322 East: Hershey, York
8
61.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 283 South: Harrisburg International Airport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 46A
Toward I 283 South: Harrisburg International Ai...
8
143.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 49m in
|
I 76
Take the exit onto I 76 toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia
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 326
Toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia
8
161.5 mi into trip
|
~3h 15m in
|
I 676; US 30 / Vine Street Expressway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 676; US 30 / Vine Street Expressway toward I 676 East, US 30 East: Central Philadelphia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Toward I 676 East, US 30 East: Central Philadel...
9
162.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 17m in
Keep slight right at fork toward 15th Street, Central Philadelphia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward 15th Street, Central Philadelphia
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Lewistown, PA and Philadelphia, PA, road signs point toward Hazleton, Carlisle and York.
Hazleton
54.2 mi in
|
~1h 8m
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via US 322
Carlisle
54.2 mi in
|
~1h 8m
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via US 322
York
57 mi in
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~1h 12m
|
via US 322
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 78.4 mi | 1h 24m |
| Lewistown Narrows | 51.2 mi | 1h 2m |
| I 76 | 18 mi | 26m |
| US 322 | 5.3 mi | 7m |
| I 283 | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| US 22 BUS | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| American Legion Memorial Highway | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Vine Street Expressway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 78.4 mi, about 1h 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lewistown, PA and Philadelphia, PA.
1
Start on Chestnut Street
119 ft
·
11 sec
·
Chestnut Street
2
Turn left onto South Dorcas Street
491 ft
·
11 sec
·
South Dorcas Street
3
Turn right onto East Water Street
0.3 mi
·
57 sec
·
East Water Street
4
At end of road, turn left onto US 22 BUS
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
US 22 BUS
Use the straight lane.
5
Merge onto US 22; US 322
51 mi
·
1 hr 2 min
·
Lewistown Narrows
6
Take the exit onto US 322
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
US 322
Toward I 81 North, US 322 East, I 81 South: Hershey, Hazleton, Carlisle
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto US 322
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
US 322
Toward I 81 North, US 322 East: Hershey, Hazleton
8
Merge onto I 81; US 322
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
American Legion Memorial Highway
9
Keep slight right at fork onto US 322
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
US 322
Exit 70
Toward I 83 South, US 322 East: Hershey, York
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Exit 46A
Toward I 283 South: Harrisburg International Airport
Use the slight left lane.
11
Continue on I 283
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
I 283
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 76 East: Philadelphia
13
Merge onto I 76; PATP
78 mi
·
1 hr 24 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit onto I 76
18 mi
·
26 min
·
I 76
Exit 326
Toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia
Use the slight right lane.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 676; US 30
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Vine Street Expressway
Toward I 676 East, US 30 East: Central Philadelphia
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Toward Central Philadelphia
Use the slight right lane.
17
Keep slight right at fork
313 ft
·
11 sec
Toward 15th Street, Central Philadelphia
Use the slight right lane.
18
Turn right onto North 15th Street
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
North 15th Street
Use the right lane.
19
Turn slight left onto PA 611
379 ft
·
8 sec
·
South Penn Square
20
Keep slight left at fork onto South Penn Square
167 ft
·
2 sec
·
South Penn Square
21
Arrive at destination
South Penn Square
Trip Plan
Since this is a turn-heavy route without highway stretches, plan to leave early to avoid the frustration of local traffic patterns. You only need one planned stop to complete the trip comfortably, but keep in mind that the winding nature of the roads makes frequent micro-breaks helpful for staying alert. Budget at least $26 for gas before you depart Lewistown to ensure you aren't searching for stations during the more technical sections of the drive. Given the total duration of 2 hours and 38 minutes, you have plenty of flexibility to adjust your departure time based on your personal schedule. Pay close attention to navigation when transitioning between South Dorcas Street and the Lewistown Narrows, as these local turns are the core of your navigation.
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 81.5 miles from Lewistown, PA, or about 1h 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 78.4 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 36 miles or 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 81.5 miles or 1h 43m 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 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Philadelphia, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Lewistown, 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 Lewistown, PA
This is one driving day of about 162.9 miles and 3h 18m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Lewistown, 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 Pennsylvania Turnpike for about 78.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 81.5 mi from Lewistown, PA · 1h 43m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
81 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 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 81.5 miles from Lewistown, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Pennsylvania Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 78.4 miles.
Arriving in Philadelphia, PA
The final approach into Philadelphia, 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 Philadelphia, PA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.01 one way
$54.01 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
57 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $29.58 | $59.16 |
| premium | $4.93 | $31.59 | $63.18 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $35.97 | $71.93 |
Estimated Tolls: $10.20
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(78.4 mi)
$10.20
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
$27
Tolls
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$62–$87
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 57 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 48.9 | 0 | $17.10 | $7.82 |
| Efficient EV | 40.7 | 0 | $14.25 | $6.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 65.2 | 0 | $22.81 | $10.43 |
Gas CO2
57 kg
EV CO2
19 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
Philadelphia, PA
Night in Philadelphia on Wednesday
Local time
10:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Partly Cloudy
S 5 to 10 mph
5% chance
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
14 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 18m 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 Lewistown, PA to Philadelphia, PA covers 162.9 miles and takes about 3h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike, Lewistown Narrows, I 76. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 81.5 miles from Lewistown, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $27.01 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 17 significant decision points across 162.9 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 57 miles (US 322): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 61.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 143.4 miles (I 76): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Lewistown, PA and Philadelphia, PA, road signs point toward Hazleton, Carlisle and York.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 45 ft to 629 ft elevation with about 434 ft of total climbing.
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