Origin
Mount Pleasant, PA
Morning in Mount Pleasant on Saturday
Local time
6:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
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Trip from Mount Pleasant, PA to Altoona, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 45m
Distance
128.9 mi
207 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 35m
★
6 AM
2h 45m
8 AM
3h 7m
10 AM
2h 53m
12 PM
2h 51m
3 PM
2h 54m
5 PM
3h 6m
8 PM
2h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mount Pleasant, PA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Mount Pleasant, PA to Altoona, PA covers 128.9 miles and takes about 2h 45m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South Queen Street, Baltimore Pike, PA 116 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $20.74 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
64.4 miles from Mount Pleasant, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 22m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 45m. Total distance: 128.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 45m drive with frequent turns across 128.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 32 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Queen 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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Mount Pleasant, PA to Altoona, PA is easy. At 2h 45m 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 Mount Pleasant, PA to Altoona, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Queen Street | — | — |
| Baltimore Pike | — | — |
| PA 116 | — | — |
| Hanover Road | — | — |
| Hanover Street | — | — |
| York Street | — | — |
| Lincoln Square | — | — |
| Chambersburg Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
South Queen Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mount Pleasant, PA and Altoona, PA.
1
Start on Baltimore Pike
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
Baltimore Pike
2
Continue on South Queen Street
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
South Queen Street
3
Continue on Baltimore Pike
6.6 mi
·
10 min
·
Baltimore Pike
4
Take the exit right
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
5
Merge slight left
1.4 mi
·
1 min
6
Take the exit slight right toward PA 116
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
PA 116
7
Turn left onto Hanover Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Hanover Road
8
Continue on Hanover Street
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
Hanover Street
9
Continue on York Street
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
York Street
10
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Lincoln Square
180 ft
·
7 sec
·
Lincoln Square
11
Exit the rotary onto Chambersburg Street
0.3 mi
·
57 sec
·
Chambersburg Street
12
Continue on Buford Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Buford Avenue
13
Continue on Chambersburg Road
13 mi
·
20 min
·
Chambersburg Road
14
Continue on Lincoln Way East
11 mi
·
18 min
·
Lincoln Way East
15
Keep slight right to continue on Lincoln Way East
14 mi
·
21 min
·
Lincoln Way East
16
Continue on Lincoln Way West
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Lincoln Way West
17
Continue on Lincoln Highway
21 mi
·
29 min
·
Lincoln Highway
18
Take the exit left toward I 70 West, I 76: Turnpike
361 ft
·
9 sec
·
I 70 West, I 76: Turnpike
19
Continue on Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
20
Keep slight right to continue on I 70 West, I 76 West: Pittsburgh
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
I 70 West, I 76 West: Pittsburgh
21
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
15 mi
·
16 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
22
Take the exit slight right toward Altoona, Johnstown
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
Altoona, Johnstown
23
Turn left onto Business 220
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
Business 220
24
Take the ramp left toward I 99, US 220: Cumberland, Altoona
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
I 99, US 220: Cumberland, Altoona
25
Keep slight right to continue on I 99 North, US 220 North: Altoona
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
I 99 North, US 220 North: Altoona
26
Merge slight left
33 mi
·
35 min
27
Take the exit slight right toward 17th Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
17th Street
28
Keep slight right to continue on Altoona
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Altoona
29
Turn straight onto 17th Street
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
17th Street
30
Turn right onto 6th Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
6th Avenue
31
Turn left onto 7th Street
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
7th Street
32
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 64.4 miles from Mount Pleasant, PA, or about 1h 22m 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 28 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 64.4 miles or 1h 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Altoona, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Mount Pleasant, 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 Mount Pleasant, PA
This is one driving day of about 128.9 miles and 2h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Mount Pleasant, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 64.4 mi from Mount Pleasant, PA · 1h 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
64 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 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 64.4 miles from Mount Pleasant, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Altoona, PA
The final approach into Altoona, 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 Altoona, 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
$20.74 one way
$41.47 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
45 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $23.34 | $46.68 |
| premium | $4.95 | $25.14 | $50.28 |
| diesel | $5.98 | $30.35 | $60.69 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 45.1 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 38.7 | 0 | $13.53 | $6.19 |
| Efficient EV | 32.2 | 0 | $11.28 | $5.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 51.6 | 0 | $18.05 | $8.25 |
Gas CO2
45 kg
EV CO2
15 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
Altoona, PA
Morning in Altoona on Saturday
Local time
6:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°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
12 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
2h 45m 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 Mount Pleasant, PA to Altoona, PA covers 128.9 miles and takes about 2h 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Queen Street, Baltimore Pike, PA 116. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 64.4 miles from Mount Pleasant, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $20.74 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Mount Pleasant, PA to Altoona, PA is easy. At 2h 45m 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 Mount Pleasant, PA to Altoona, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Mount Pleasant, PA to Altoona, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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