Origin
Millerstown, PA
Night in Millerstown on Wednesday
Local time
9:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
31m
Distance
19.7 mi
32 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Millerstown, PA
Jack Pace
Muddy Creek, PA
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The drive from Millerstown, PA to Muddy Creek, PA covers 19.7 miles and takes about 31m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Chicora Road, North Main Street, William Flinn Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 9.6 miles on Chicora Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.27 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
9.9 miles from Millerstown, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 16m into the drive .
Expect a 31m drive with frequent turns across 19.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
520 ft
Total Descent
478 ft
Highest Point
1,397 ft
~18.3 mi in
Elevation Range
311 ft
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 West Slippery Rock Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 31m drive. You will face about 6 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 (West Slippery Rock Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (PA 68 / South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 10.4 miles: Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto West Slippery Rock Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto PA 68 / South Main Street
Navigation decision point
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
Merge onto US 422 / Benjamin Franklin Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining
Take the exit toward PA 8 North: Harrisville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Chicora Road | 9.6 mi | 14m |
| North Main Street | 3.9 mi | 6m |
| William Flinn Highway | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| Benjamin Franklin Highway | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| West Slippery Rock Street | 0.6 mi | 2m |
| South Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Euclid Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Central Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Millerstown, PA and Muddy Creek, PA.
Start on Central Avenue
Turn left onto West Slippery Rock Street
Turn right onto PA 68
Continue on PA 68
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 422
Take the exit
Turn straight onto PA 8
Continue on PA 8
Turn slight right onto PA 138
Arrive at destination
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.
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 19.7 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 9.9 miles or 16m 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 Muddy Creek, PA than in the middle of the route.
Have your navigation ready before leaving Millerstown, PA.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Millerstown, PA
This is one driving day of about 19.7 miles and 31m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 9.9 mi from Millerstown, PA · 16m into the drive
A short stop after about 19.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 9.9 miles from Millerstown, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Muddy Creek, 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.
Regular Gas
$3.27 one way
$6.53 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $3.58 | $7.15 |
| premium | $4.93 | $3.82 | $7.64 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.35 | $8.70 |
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: 6.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.9 | 0 | $2.07 | $0.95 |
| Efficient EV | 4.9 | 0 | $1.72 | $0.79 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.9 | 0 | $2.76 | $1.26 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Millerstown on Wednesday
Local time
9:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Destination
Night in Muddy Creek on Wednesday
Local time
9:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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