Origin
Mardin, PA
Night in Mardin on Wednesday
Local time
9:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mardin, PA to Blossburg, PA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
24m
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 22m
★
6 AM
0h 24m
8 AM
0h 29m
10 AM
0h 26m
12 PM
0h 25m
3 PM
0h 26m
5 PM
0h 28m
8 PM
0h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mardin, PA
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Blossburg, PA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Mardin, PA to Blossburg, PA covers 16 miles and takes about 24m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Appalachian Thruway, Route 6, Orebed Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 9.2 miles on Appalachian Thruway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.65 one way before food or hotel costs.
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 Mardin, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 14m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 24m drive with frequent turns across 16 miles of local and secondary roads.
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.
Appalachian Thruway is the longest continuous segment at about 9.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in near Moore Road.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 16 miles you will encounter 11 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 0.9 miles (Moore Road): Navigation decision point; at 14.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 14.6 miles (Boone Run Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.9 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
Moore Road
Turn right onto Moore Road
Navigation decision point
7
14.4 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Take the exit toward Blossburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 172
Toward Blossburg
7
14.6 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
Boone Run Road
Turn left onto Boone Run Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
14.8 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
North Williamson Road
Turn left onto North Williamson Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
15.9 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
Hannibal Street
Turn left onto Hannibal Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Appalachian Thruway | 9.2 mi | 9m |
| Route 6 | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| Orebed Road | 0.9 mi | 3m |
| Moore Road | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| North Williamson Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Hollow Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North Schodac Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Appalachian Thruway
— 9.2 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mardin, PA and Blossburg, PA.
1
Start on Orebed Road
0.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Orebed Road
2
Turn right onto Moore Road
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Moore Road
3
Turn left onto Hollow Road
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Hollow Road
4
Turn right onto North Schodac Road
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
North Schodac Road
5
Turn left onto US 6
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Route 6
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward US 15 South: Williamsport
7
Merge onto I 99; US 15
9.2 mi
·
9 min
·
Appalachian Thruway
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 172
Toward Blossburg
Use the slight right lane.
9
Turn left onto Boone Run Road
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Boone Run Road
Use the straight lane.
10
Turn left onto North Williamson Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North Williamson Road
Use the left lane.
11
Turn right onto Main Street
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Main Street
12
Turn left onto Hannibal Street
351 ft
·
15 sec
·
Hannibal Street
13
Arrive at destination
Hannibal Street
Trip Plan
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 Mardin, PA, or about 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 9.2 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 16 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 8 miles or 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Blossburg, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving Mardin, PA.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Mardin, PA
This is one driving day of about 16 miles and 24m.
At 16 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on Appalachian Thruway for about 9.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 8 mi from Mardin, PA · 14m 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 Mardin, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Blossburg, PA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Blossburg, 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 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.65
Appalachian Thruway
(9.2 mi)
$0.65
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
$3
Tolls
$1
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
Blossburg, PA
Night in Blossburg on Wednesday
Local time
9:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
40°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
28 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
24m 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 Mardin, PA to Blossburg, PA covers 16 miles and takes about 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Appalachian Thruway, Route 6, Orebed Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8 miles from Mardin, 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 16 miles you will encounter 11 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 0.9 miles (Moore Road): Navigation decision point; at 14.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 14.6 miles (Boone Run Road): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Mardin, PA to Blossburg, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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