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Trip from Minersville, PA to Ehrenfeld, PA

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

24m

Distance

12.6 mi

20 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$2

one way

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 6 min
4 AM
0h 23m ★
6 AM
0h 25m
8 AM
0h 29m
10 AM
0h 26m
12 PM
0h 26m
3 PM
0h 26m
5 PM
0h 29m
8 PM
0h 24m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

borough in central Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania, United States

Minersville, PA

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Downtown Ehrenfeld, PA, PA

Ehrenfeld, PA

Haneul Trac

Trip Overview

This quick 12.6-mile drive from Minersville, PA to Ehrenfeld, PA will only take you about 24 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a short day trip. You'll primarily navigate local roads like Frankstown Road and Ragers Hill Road, with no highway driving involved. The estimated fuel cost is a modest $2, so you won't break the bank on gas for this short hop. This route is entirely within the Northeast region, staying within Pennsylvania the whole way. Consider this a straightforward local transit rather than an epic journey.

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

6.3 miles from Minersville, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 12m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, with 0% highway share. The roads are predominantly local, including Frankstown Road, Ragers Hill Road, and Rockville Road. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 5.9 miles on Frankstown Road. This isn't a high-speed cruise; rather, it's a more engaged driving experience as you navigate through communities and local thoroughfares. The character of the drive will feel like a typical journey through Pennsylvania's smaller towns and rural areas.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Frankstown Road is the longest continuous segment at about 5.9 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

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 4th Avenue.

Route Complexity 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

This is a straightforward 24m drive. You will face about 8 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 (4th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (PA 56; PA 403 / Broad Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 1.6 miles (PA 271 / Clinton Street): Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 8 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | 4th Avenue

Turn right onto 4th Avenue

Navigation decision point

6
0.3 mi into trip | ~0m in | PA 56; PA 403 / Broad Street

At end of road, turn left onto PA 56; PA 403 / Broad Street

Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch

4
1.6 mi into trip | ~3m in | PA 271 / Clinton Street

Turn right onto PA 271 / Clinton Street

Navigation decision point

5
1.7 mi into trip | ~4m in | Main Street

Turn left onto Main Street

Navigation decision point

4
12 mi into trip | ~22m in | Oak Street

Turn left onto Oak Street

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Frankstown Road 5.9 mi 10m
Ragers Hill Road 2.3 mi 4m
Rockville Road 0.7 mi 1m
Lake Street 0.7 mi 1m
Washington Street 0.7 mi 1m
Railroad Street 0.5 mi <1m
Roosevelt Boulevard 0.4 mi 1m
2nd Street 0.4 mi 1m
Longest stretch: Frankstown Road — 5.9 mi, about 10m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Minersville, PA and Ehrenfeld, PA.

1

Start on Iron Street

51 ft · 4 sec · Iron Street
2

Turn right onto 4th Avenue

0.3 mi · 43 sec · 4th Avenue
3

At end of road, turn left onto PA 56; PA 403

0.2 mi · 28 sec · Broad Street
4

Continue on PA 56; PA 403

0.4 mi · 1 min · Roosevelt Boulevard
5

Turn left onto Washington Street

0.7 mi · 1 min · Washington Street
6

Turn right onto PA 271

0.1 mi · 23 sec · Clinton Street
7

Turn left onto Main Street

0.1 mi · 14 sec · Main Street
8

Continue on Frankstown Road

5.9 mi · 10 min · Frankstown Road
9

Continue on Ragers Hill Road

2.3 mi · 4 min · Ragers Hill Road
10

Continue on Frankstown Road

355 ft · 7 sec · Frankstown Road
11

Continue on Rockville Road

0.7 mi · 1 min · Rockville Road
12

Continue on Lake Street

0.7 mi · 1 min · Lake Street
13

Continue on Railroad Street

0.5 mi · 56 sec · Railroad Street
14

Turn left onto Oak Street

0.1 mi · 29 sec · Oak Street
15

Turn right onto Portage Street

0.1 mi · 25 sec · Portage Street
16

Continue on 2nd Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · 2nd Street
17

Turn right onto Penn Street

19 ft · 0 sec · Penn Street
18

Arrive at destination

Penn Street

Trip Plan

Given its short 24-minute duration and 12.6-mile length, this trip offers a lot of flexibility. You can easily depart at your leisure without needing to plan for extensive stops. With a fuel cost of only $2, you won't need to worry much about refueling for this particular journey. Pay attention to local road conditions, as the 'turn-heavy' profile means you'll be making frequent adjustments. A good tip for this route would be to ensure your GPS is up-to-date, as navigating multiple local roads can sometimes be disorienting.

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 6.3 miles from Minersville, PA, or about 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 5.9 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 12.6 miles or 24m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 6.3 miles or 12m 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 Ehrenfeld, PA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Have your navigation ready before leaving Minersville, PA.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Minersville, PA

This is one driving day of about 12.6 miles and 24m.

At 12.6 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on Frankstown Road for about 5.9 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 6.3 mi from Minersville, PA · 12m into the drive

Pacing Suggestions

Vinco, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 12.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Geistown, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 6.3 miles from Minersville, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Ehrenfeld, PA

Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Ehrenfeld, 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

$2.09 one way

$4.18 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 4 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $2.29 $4.58
premium $4.93 $2.44 $4.89
diesel $5.61 $2.78 $5.56

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$2

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$27–$52

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 4.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 3.8 0 $1.32 $0.60
Efficient EV 3.2 0 $1.10 $0.50
EV Truck/SUV 5 0 $1.76 $0.81

Gas CO2

4 kg

EV CO2

1 kg (75% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Minersville, PA

Night in Minersville on Wednesday

Local time

9:13 PM

EDT

Current temp

65°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Ehrenfeld, PA

Night in Ehrenfeld on Wednesday

Local time

9:13 PM

EDT

Current temp

71°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

6 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

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 Minersville, PA to Ehrenfeld, PA covers 12.6 miles and takes about 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Frankstown Road, Ragers Hill Road, Rockville Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6.3 miles from Minersville, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.09 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 is a straightforward 24m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (4th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (PA 56; PA 403 / Broad Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 1.6 miles (PA 271 / Clinton Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Minersville, PA to Ehrenfeld, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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