Origin
Montgomery, PA
Evening in Montgomery on Wednesday
Local time
5:14 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Montgomery, PA to Powys, PA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
35m
Distance
21.3 mi
34 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 32m
★
6 AM
0h 35m
8 AM
0h 41m
10 AM
0h 37m
12 PM
0h 36m
3 PM
0h 37m
5 PM
0h 41m
8 PM
0h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Montgomery, PA
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Powys, PA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Montgomery, PA to Powys, PA covers 21.3 miles and takes about 35m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Main Street, Highway 15, Montgomery Pike for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.53 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
10.7 miles from Montgomery, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 17m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 35m drive with frequent turns across 21.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Main Street 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 Montgomery, PA to Powys, PA is easy. At 35m 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 Montgomery, PA to Powys, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Main Street | — | — |
| Highway 15 | — | — |
| Montgomery Pike | — | — |
| Hastings Street | — | — |
| Market Street | — | — |
| Susquehanna Beltway | — | — |
| US 15 North | — | — |
| Hepburnville | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Main Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Montgomery, PA and Powys, PA.
1
Start on West Houston Avenue
36 ft
·
6 sec
·
West Houston Avenue
2
Turn left onto Main Street
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Main Street
3
Turn right onto US Highway 15
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
US Highway 15
4
Continue on Montgomery Pike
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Montgomery Pike
5
Continue on Hastings Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Hastings Street
6
Continue on Market Street
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
Market Street
7
Take the exit left
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
8
Merge slight left onto Susquehanna Beltway
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Susquehanna Beltway
9
Keep slight right to continue on US 15 North: Mansfield
4.9 mi
·
6 min
·
US 15 North: Mansfield
10
Take the exit slight right toward Hepburnville
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Hepburnville
11
Turn right onto Beautys Run Road
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
Beautys Run Road
12
Turn left onto Lycoming Creek Road
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Lycoming Creek Road
13
Turn right onto Powys Road
112 ft
·
8 sec
·
Powys Road
14
Continue on Powys Road
0.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Powys Road
15
Arrive at your destination
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 10.7 miles from Montgomery, PA, or about 17m 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 21 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 10.7 miles or 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Powys, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Montgomery, PA.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Montgomery, PA
This is one driving day of about 21.3 miles and 35m.
At 21.3 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 10.7 mi from Montgomery, PA · 17m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 10.7 miles from Montgomery, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Powys, PA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Powys, 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
$3.53 one way
$7.06 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $3.87 | $7.74 |
| premium | $4.93 | $4.13 | $8.26 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.70 | $9.41 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.5 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 | 6.4 | 0 | $2.24 | $1.02 |
| Efficient EV | 5.3 | 0 | $1.86 | $0.85 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.5 | 0 | $2.98 | $1.36 |
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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Powys, PA
Evening in Powys on Wednesday
Local time
5:14 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°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
8 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
35m 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 Montgomery, PA to Powys, PA covers 21.3 miles and takes about 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Main Street, Highway 15, Montgomery Pike. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 10.7 miles from Montgomery, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.53 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 Montgomery, PA to Powys, PA is easy. At 35m 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 Montgomery, PA to Powys, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Montgomery, PA to Powys, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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