Origin
New Eagle, PA
Afternoon in New Eagle on Saturday
Local time
2:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 31m
Distance
283.3 mi
456 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$47
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
11 DC fast
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New Eagle, PA
Abhishek Navlakha
New Eagle, PA to Haverford, PA is 283.3 miles and takes about 5h 31m via Pennsylvania Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $47 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This highway-focused drive will take you across Pennsylvania, staying within the Northeast region and the state of PA for the entirety of your journey. With a 96% highway share, this route is designed for efficient travel, making it a solid choice if you need to cover ground quickly. Plan for a straightforward trip that prioritizes getting you from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
141.7 miles from New Eagle, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 48m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 252 mi | 4h 34m |
| PA 136 | 13.2 mi | 22m |
| Dwight D Eisenhower Highway | 6 mi | 8m |
| West Montgomery Avenue | 4.3 mi | 9m |
| I 76 | 3.9 mi | 6m |
| PA 88 | 1.8 mi | 4m |
| I 70 | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| South Gulph Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between New Eagle, PA and Haverford, PA.
Start on Walnut Street
Turn right onto PA 88; PA 837
Continue on PA 88; PA 136; PA 837
Turn left onto PA 136
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 70
Take the exit onto I 70
Keep slight left at fork onto I 70
Merge onto I 70; I 76; PATP
Take the exit onto I 76
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn straight onto PA 320
Continue on PA 320
Turn left onto Woodside Road
Turn left onto Winsor Lane
Turn left
Arrive at destination
Given the 5h 31m estimated duration, departing in the morning is advisable to allow ample daylight for your 283.3-mile journey. While the route is primarily highway, remember the longest stretch without a major exit is 252 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, so plan your fuel and rest stops accordingly. The $47 fuel cost is an estimate, so keep an eye on your gauge, especially before entering longer highway segments. A single stop is factored into the duration, so consider a quick break around the halfway point to stay refreshed.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 62 miles or 1h 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 141.7 miles or 2h 48m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Haverford, PA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving New Eagle, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 New Eagle, PA
This is one driving day of about 283.3 miles and 5h 31m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
142 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.
A short stop after about 62 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 141.7 miles from New Eagle, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Pennsylvania Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 252 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 21.1 and 278.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the exit onto I 70 toward I 70 Toll East, I 76 Toll, PATP: Harrisburg, Pittsburgh
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork onto I 70 toward I 70 East, I 76 East: Harrisburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit onto I 76 toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward PA 320: Gulph Mills
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork toward PA 320 South: Villanova
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$46.97 one way
$93.94 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $51.44 | $102.88 |
| premium | $4.93 | $54.94 | $109.88 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $62.55 | $125.10 |
Estimated Tolls: $32.77
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$47
Tolls
$33
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$105–$130
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 99.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
11 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
Sheetz, Inc. Charging Station
New Stanton, Pennsylvania
1 DCFC
Tesla Supercharger
Somerset, Pennsylvania
1 DCFC
Tesla Supercharger
Somerset, Pennsylvania
1 DCFC
Tesla Supercharger
Somerset, Pennsylvania
1 DCFC
Blink Charging Station
Jones Mills, Pennsylvania
1 DCFC
Tesla Supercharger
New Stanton, Pennsylvania
1 DCFC
Blink Charging Station
Somerset, Pennsylvania
1 DCFC
EV Connect Charging Station
Somerset, Pennsylvania
1 DCFC
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $30 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 85 | 1 | $29.75 | $13.60 |
| Efficient EV | 70.8 | 0 | $24.79 | $11.33 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 113.3 | 1 | $39.66 | $18.13 |
Gas CO2
99 kg
EV CO2
33 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Afternoon in New Eagle on Saturday
Local time
2:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Destination
Afternoon in Haverford on Saturday
Local time
2:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
54°F
Hancock, MD
142 mi in
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
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
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive for this 283.3-mile trip, with 96% of the route on high-speed roads. The bulk of your travel will be on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, where you'll encounter the longest uninterrupted stretch of 252 miles. This means you'll spend most of your time on the Dwight D Eisenhower Highway, experiencing consistent speeds and limited local road navigation. The character of this drive is geared towards efficiency and covering distance swiftly.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and PA 136. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 21.1 miles in near I 70.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 283.3 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 21.1 miles (I 70): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.6 miles (I 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 274 miles (I 76): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between New Eagle, PA and Haverford, PA, road signs point toward Patp: Harrisburg and Pittsburgh.
Patp: Harrisburg
Pittsburgh
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 31m. Total distance: 283.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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