Trip from Newtown, PA to Hempfield, PA

Drive Time

4h 47m

Distance

237.7 mi

382 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$39

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 41 min

4 AM

4h 34m ★

6 AM

4h 48m

8 AM

5h 15m

10 AM

4h 57m

12 PM

4h 54m

3 PM

4h 58m

5 PM

5h 13m

8 PM

4h 40m

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

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Newtown, PA

Haneul Trac

Trip Overview

Spanning 237.7 miles across Pennsylvania, this trip connects Newtown to Hempfield in roughly 4 hours and 47 minutes. Since the drive is entirely within the Northeast region, you will find the infrastructure consistent and easy to navigate. It is designed as a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can be completed in a single day. Budget approximately $39 for fuel to cover the distance. Whether you are traveling for business or visiting family, the route is efficient enough to avoid the need for an overnight stay, keeping your travel plans simple and direct.

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

118.8 miles from Newtown, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 28m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a high-speed experience, as 88% of this route takes place on major highways. You will spend the bulk of your time on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, which accounts for a significant 157.4-mile stretch of the journey. The drive maintains a steady, efficient pace as you transition from the Turnpike onto PA 283 and finally US 119. While the highway-heavy nature of the route makes for a fast trip, be prepared for the steady focus required during these long, uninterrupted segments. It is a functional, no-nonsense drive that prioritizes speed and reliability over winding backroads.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 34 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Pennsylvania Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 157.4 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and PA 283. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Bobtown Road.

Route Complexity 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 237.7 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 0.2 miles (Bobtown Road): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 51.2 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 51.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 19 key points

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

0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | Bobtown Road

At end of road, turn right onto Bobtown Road

Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch

51.2 mi into trip | ~1h 13m in

Take the ramp toward PATP, I 70, I 76

Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward PATP, I 70, I 76

51.3 mi into trip | ~1h 13m in

Keep slight right at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

208.9 mi into trip | ~4h 7m in

Take the exit toward I 283, PA 283: Harrisburg, Hershey

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 247 Toward I 283, PA 283: Harrisburg, Hershey

209.5 mi into trip | ~4h 10m in

Take the exit toward PA 283 East: Airport, Lancaster

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 1A Toward PA 283 East: Airport, Lancaster

Towns Along This Route

Between Newtown, PA and Hempfield, PA, road signs point toward Patp, Hershey and Lancaster.

Patp

51.2 mi in | ~1h 13m

Hershey

208.9 mi in | ~4h 7m

Lancaster

209.5 mi in | ~4h 10m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike	157.4 mi	2h 53m
PA 283	21.8 mi	25m
US 119	15 mi	18m
Mon/Fayette Expressway	8 mi	10m
Pleasant Valley Road	7.9 mi	13m
PA 31	6 mi	9m
Morgantown Road	5.6 mi	8m
South Eighty Eight Road	2.6 mi	3m

Longest stretch: Pennsylvania Turnpike — 157.4 mi, about 2h 53m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Newtown, PA and Hempfield, PA.

Start on Budapest Road

67 ft · 8 sec · Budapest Road

Continue on Budapest Road

0.2 mi · 47 sec · Budapest Road

At end of road, turn right onto Bobtown Road

0.1 mi · 18 sec · Bobtown Road

Turn left onto Holbert Stretch

1.6 mi · 2 min · Holbert Stretch

Continue on PA 88

2.6 mi · 3 min · South Eighty Eight Road

Continue on PA 88

0.3 mi · 32 sec · Power Plant Road

At end of road, turn left onto South Main Street

0.7 mi · 1 min · South Main Street

Continue on US 119

2.5 mi · 3 min · US 119

Keep slight left at fork onto US 119

4.1 mi · 6 min · Morgantown Road

Continue on US 119

0.9 mi · 1 min · Morgantown Street

Continue on US 119

1.5 mi · 2 min · Morgantown Road

Turn right onto Big Six Road

0.3 mi · 31 sec · Big Six Road

Turn left

0.2 mi · 30 sec

Continue on PA 43

1.6 mi · 1 min · Mon-Fayette Expressway

Continue on PA 43

8.0 mi · 10 min · Mon/Fayette Expressway

Continue on US 119

12 mi · 14 min · US 119

Take the exit

244 ft · 6 sec

Turn straight onto PA 982

7.9 mi · 13 min · Pleasant Valley Road

Turn right onto PA 31

6.0 mi · 9 min · PA 31

Turn slight left

0.2 mi · 33 sec

Turn left

28 ft · 3 sec

Take the ramp

493 ft · 12 sec

Toward PATP, I 70, I 76

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 35 sec

Merge onto I 70; I 76; PATP

157 mi · 2 hr 53 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 2 min

Exit 247 Toward I 283, PA 283: Harrisburg, Hershey Use the slight right lane.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 45 sec

Exit 1A Toward PA 283 East: Airport, Lancaster

Merge onto PA 283

22 mi · 25 min · PA 283

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 34 sec

Toward Salunga

Turn right onto Spooky Nook Road

1.0 mi · 1 min · Spooky Nook Road

Continue on Prospect Road

2.5 mi · 4 min · Prospect Road

Turn left onto PA 23

1.4 mi · 2 min · Marietta Avenue

Use the left lane.

Turn right onto Summit Drive

0.5 mi · 1 min · Summit Drive

Continue on Summit Drive

0.4 mi · 55 sec · Summit Drive

Arrive at destination

Summit Drive

Trip Plan

To keep your travel smooth, try to time your departure to avoid peak traffic hours near major interchanges. With only one recommended stop, you have plenty of flexibility to decide where to pull over for a quick break or a snack. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before entering the longest 157.4-mile segment on the Pennsylvania Turnpike to ensure you don't run low between service plazas. Since the entire trip takes less than five hours, you can easily reach Hempfield by the afternoon if you leave Newtown in the morning. Staying aware of the transition between the Turnpike and the local highways will help you navigate the final 80 miles with ease.

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 118.8 miles from Newtown, PA, or about 2h 28m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 157.4 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 80 miles or 1h 45m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 118.8 miles or 2h 28m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 52m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hempfield, PA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Newtown, 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 Newtown, PA

This is one driving day of about 237.7 miles and 4h 47m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Newtown, 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.

The longest stretch is on Pennsylvania Turnpike for about 157.4 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 118.8 mi from Newtown, PA · 2h 28m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Cuba, NY

119 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

Washington, DC

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Cuba, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 118.8 miles from Newtown, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Pennsylvania Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 157.4 miles.

Arriving in Hempfield, PA

The final approach into Hempfield, 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 Hempfield, PA.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$39.33 one way

$78.67 round trip

$4.20/gal 25.4 MPG avg 83 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.60	$43.04	$86.08
premium	$4.92	$46.06	$92.12
diesel	$5.64	$52.81	$105.62

Estimated Tolls: $20.46

Pennsylvania Turnpike (157.4 mi) $20.46

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

$39

Tolls

$20

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$85–$110

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 83.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	71.3	0	$24.96	$11.41
Efficient EV	59.4	0	$20.80	$9.51
EV Truck/SUV	95.1	1	$33.28	$15.21

Gas CO2

83 kg

EV CO2

28 kg (66% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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 data refreshed 51 minutes from now

Origin

Newtown, PA

Evening in Newtown on Sunday

Local time

8:38 PM

EDT

Current temp

74°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Hempfield, PA

Evening in Hempfield on Sunday

Local time

8:38 PM

EDT

Current temp

63°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

51°F

Cuba, NY

119 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

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

11 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

4h 47m on the road

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Newtown, PA to Hempfield, PA covers 237.7 miles and takes about 4h 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike, PA 283, US 119. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 118.8 miles from Newtown, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $39.33 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.