Origin
Marple, PA
Night in Marple on Tuesday
Local time
10:11 PM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Marple, PA to Hempfield, PA
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Drive Time
1h 26m
Distance
72.2 mi
116 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
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Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 20m
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6 AM
1h 27m
8 AM
1h 40m
10 AM
1h 31m
12 PM
1h 30m
3 PM
1h 32m
5 PM
1h 39m
8 PM
1h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Trip Overview
This 72.2-mile drive from Marple, PA to Hempfield, PA will take you approximately 1 hour and 26 minutes. With an estimated fuel cost of $12, this is a budget-friendly trip within the Northeast region. The route profile is described as 'turn-heavy local drive,' suggesting a more engaging and potentially slower pace than a highway-focused journey. Given its short duration and character, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, allowing for flexibility in your timing and the possibility of spontaneous stops along the way.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
36.1 miles from Marple, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 43m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for this 72.2-mile stretch, meaning you won't be cruising on major highways for extended periods. The highway share is 0%, so be prepared for a more interactive driving experience with frequent turns and potentially navigating through local communities. While there isn't a defined 'longest stretch' mentioned, the overall nature of the drive implies a series of connected local roads rather than long, uninterrupted highway segments. This type of road character often leads to a more varied journey, potentially exposing you to different landscapes and local points of interest as you progress.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 28 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Pennview Avenue is one of the defining roads on this drive.
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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Marple, PA to Hempfield, PA is easy. At 1h 26m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Marple, PA to Hempfield, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennview Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Media Line Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Valley View Lane | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Chester Pike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Newtown Street Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Darby Paoli Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Darby Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Lancaster Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Pennview Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Marple, PA and Hempfield, PA.
1
Start on Hearth Road
449 ft
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21 sec
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Hearth Road
2
At the end of the road, turn right onto Pennview Avenue
0.3 mi
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1 min
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Pennview Avenue
3
Turn left onto Media Line Road
82 ft
·
6 sec
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Media Line Road
4
Turn right onto Valley View Lane
0.3 mi
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1 min
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Valley View Lane
5
Turn left onto West Chester Pike
0.9 mi
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1 min
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West Chester Pike
6
Turn right onto Newtown Street Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
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Newtown Street Road
7
Continue on Darby Paoli Road
3.7 mi
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6 min
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Darby Paoli Road
8
Turn left onto Darby Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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Darby Road
9
At the end of the road, turn left onto East Lancaster Avenue
2.1 mi
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4 min
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East Lancaster Avenue
10
Turn right onto South Morehall Road
0.7 mi
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1 min
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South Morehall Road
11
Continue on North Morehall Road
1.3 mi
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2 min
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North Morehall Road
12
Take the ramp right toward PATP Toll, I 76 Toll: Valley Forge, Harrisburg
0.4 mi
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45 sec
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PATP Toll, I 76 Toll: Valley Forge, Harrisburg
13
Keep slight left to continue on I 76 Toll West: Harrisburg
0.6 mi
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1 min
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I 76 Toll West: Harrisburg
14
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
33 mi
·
35 min
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Pennsylvania Turnpike
15
Take the exit slight right toward US 222: Reading, Lancaster
0.6 mi
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1 min
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US 222: Reading, Lancaster
16
Continue on Colonel Howard Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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Colonel Howard Boulevard
17
Keep slight left to continue on Colonel Howard Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
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Colonel Howard Boulevard
18
Keep slight left to continue on Colonel Howard Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
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Colonel Howard Boulevard
19
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
20
Merge slight left
15 mi
·
17 min
21
Keep slight right to continue on US 30 West
1.7 mi
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2 min
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US 30 West
22
Keep slight right to continue on US 30 West: York
4.2 mi
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5 min
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US 30 West: York
23
Take the exit slight right toward Centerville Road
0.3 mi
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41 sec
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Centerville Road
24
Turn right onto Centerville Road
0.3 mi
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49 sec
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Centerville Road
25
Turn left onto Marietta Avenue
1.8 mi
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3 min
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Marietta Avenue
26
Turn left onto Summit Drive
0.5 mi
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1 min
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Summit Drive
27
Continue on Summit Drive
0.4 mi
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56 sec
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Summit Drive
28
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
For this 1 hour and 26-minute drive, leaving Marple, PA, consider an early morning departure to best experience the 'turn-heavy local drive' with less traffic. Since the total distance is only 72.2 miles and the fuel cost is a low $12, you have the flexibility to take your time. There are no specific long stretches, so plan for potential brief stops as needed, perhaps to reorient yourself at junctions. Keep an eye out for local signage, as the 'turn-heavy' nature of this route means attentive navigation will be key to reaching Hempfield, PA smoothly.
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 36.1 miles from Marple, PA, or about 43m into the drive.
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 72.2 miles or 1h 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.1 miles or 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 1h 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hempfield, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Marple, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Marple, PA
This is one driving day of about 72.2 miles and 1h 26m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Marple, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 36.1 mi from Marple, PA · 43m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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 72.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.1 miles from Marple, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hempfield, PA
The final approach into Hempfield, 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 Hempfield, 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
$11.97 one way
$23.94 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $13.11 | $26.22 |
| premium | $4.93 | $14.00 | $28.00 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.94 | $31.88 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.7 | 0 | $7.58 | $3.47 |
| Efficient EV | 18.1 | 0 | $6.32 | $2.89 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.9 | 0 | $10.11 | $4.62 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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
Hempfield, PA
Night in Hempfield on Tuesday
Local time
10:11 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°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
24 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
1h 26m 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 Marple, PA to Hempfield, PA covers 72.2 miles and takes about 1h 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pennview Avenue, Media Line Road, Valley View Lane. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 36.1 miles from Marple, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.97 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 Marple, PA to Hempfield, PA is easy. At 1h 26m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Marple, PA to Hempfield, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Marple, PA to Hempfield, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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