Origin
New Freedom, PA
Evening in New Freedom on Sunday
Local time
7:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New Freedom, PA to Altoona, PA
Drive Time
3h 22m
Distance
173.2 mi
279 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 11m
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6 AM
3h 23m
8 AM
3h 47m
10 AM
3h 31m
12 PM
3h 29m
3 PM
3h 33m
5 PM
3h 46m
8 PM
3h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New Freedom, PA
Miguel Rivera
Trip Overview
Traveling from New Freedom to Altoona covers 173.2 miles across the Pennsylvania landscape. You should plan for a duration of approximately 3 hours and 22 minutes behind the wheel. Given the manageable length, this journey is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. Expect to spend about $28 on fuel for the trip. Since both the origin and destination are located within the Northeast, you will remain in a familiar regional environment throughout the drive. This route is a practical choice if you prefer navigating local roads rather than sticking to major interstates.
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
86.6 miles from New Freedom, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 41m into the drive .
Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention as you navigate away from the interstate system. With a highway share of 0%, you won't be cruising on high-speed expressways; instead, you will rely on local routes like East Main Street, North Constitution Avenue, and South Main Street. Because the longest stretch is 0 miles on East Main Street, expect a constant cadence of turns and shifts in road character. This isn't a drive for cruise control, but rather a technical route that keeps you engaged with the local road network from start to finish. The experience is defined by these secondary roads that wind through the region.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East 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 New Freedom, PA to Altoona, PA is easy. At 3h 22m 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 New Freedom, PA to Altoona, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Constitution Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Forrest Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 83 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 76 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 76 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
East Main Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Freedom, PA and Altoona, PA.
1
Start on Factory Alley
148 ft
·
12 sec
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Factory Alley
2
Turn right onto East Main Street
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
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East Main Street
3
Turn left onto North Constitution Avenue
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
North Constitution Avenue
4
Turn left onto South Main Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
5
Turn right onto East Forrest Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Forrest Avenue
6
Continue on East Forrest Avenue
374 ft
·
17 sec
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East Forrest Avenue
7
Take the ramp slight left toward I 83 North: York
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
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I 83 North: York
8
Merge slight left
35 mi
·
43 min
9
Take the exit slight right toward I 76, PATP: Philadelphia, Pittsburgh
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
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I 76, PATP: Philadelphia, Pittsburgh
10
Turn straight onto I 76 West: Pittsburgh
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
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I 76 West: Pittsburgh
11
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
97 mi
·
1 hr 45 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
12
Take the exit slight right toward Altoona, Johnstown
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
Altoona, Johnstown
13
Turn left onto Business 220
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
Business 220
14
Take the ramp left toward I 99, US 220: Cumberland, Altoona
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
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I 99, US 220: Cumberland, Altoona
15
Keep slight right to continue on I 99 North, US 220 North: Altoona
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
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I 99 North, US 220 North: Altoona
16
Merge slight left
33 mi
·
35 min
17
Take the exit slight right toward 17th Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
17th Street
18
Keep slight right to continue on Altoona
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Altoona
19
Turn straight onto 17th Street
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
17th Street
20
Turn right onto 6th Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
6th Avenue
21
Turn left onto 7th Street
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
7th Street
22
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Because this is a 3 hour and 22 minute journey on local roads, you have the flexibility to depart whenever suits your schedule, though leaving early helps avoid potential congestion on town streets. You are limited to one recommended stop, so choose your break point wisely to maximize your efficiency. Keep in mind that since you are navigating entirely on local streets, your pace will be dictated by local traffic patterns rather than highway speeds. A smart move is to fill up your tank before you leave New Freedom to ensure your $28 fuel budget covers the entire 173.2-mile distance without needing to hunt for stations along the way. Stay alert for frequent turns as you transition between the main roads listed for the trip.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 86.6 miles from New Freedom, PA, or about 1h 41m 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 80 miles or 1h 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 86.6 miles or 1h 41m 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 46m
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 New Freedom, 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 New Freedom, PA
This is one driving day of about 173.2 miles and 3h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from New Freedom, 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 86.6 mi from New Freedom, PA · 1h 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
87 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 86.6 miles from New Freedom, 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
$28.66 one way
$57.32 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
61 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $31.36 | $62.72 |
| premium | $4.92 | $33.56 | $67.13 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $38.48 | $76.96 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 60.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 52 | 0 | $18.19 | $8.31 |
| Efficient EV | 43.3 | 0 | $15.15 | $6.93 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 69.3 | 0 | $24.25 | $11.08 |
Gas CO2
61 kg
EV CO2
20 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
Evening in Altoona on Sunday
Local time
7:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
51°F
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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
3 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
3h 22m 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 New Freedom, PA to Altoona, PA covers 173.2 miles and takes about 3h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Main Street, North Constitution Avenue, South Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 86.6 miles from New Freedom, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $28.66 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 New Freedom, PA to Altoona, PA is easy. At 3h 22m 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 New Freedom, PA to Altoona, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from New Freedom, PA to Altoona, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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