Origin
Norristown, PA
Night in Norristown on Wednesday
Local time
11:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Norristown, PA to Coatesville, PA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
44m
Distance
30.5 mi
49 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 41m
★
6 AM
0h 45m
8 AM
0h 52m
10 AM
0h 48m
12 PM
0h 47m
3 PM
0h 48m
5 PM
0h 52m
8 PM
0h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Norristown, PA
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Coatesville, PA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Norristown, PA to Coatesville, PA covers 30.5 miles and takes about 44m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Powell Street, West Elm Street, Markley Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.06 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
15.3 miles from Norristown, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 22m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 44m drive with frequent turns across 30.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Powell 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 Norristown, PA to Coatesville, PA is easy. At 44m 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 Norristown, PA to Coatesville, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Powell Street | — | — |
| West Elm Street | — | — |
| Markley Street | — | — |
| East Dekalb Pike | — | — |
| West Dekalb Pike | — | — |
| US 30 | — | — |
| Exton Bypass | — | — |
| Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Powell Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Norristown, PA and Coatesville, PA.
1
Start on Spring Alley
46 ft
·
3 sec
·
Spring Alley
2
Turn slight right onto Powell Street
302 ft
·
16 sec
·
Powell Street
3
Turn right onto West Elm Street
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
·
West Elm Street
4
Turn left onto Markley Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Markley Street
5
Continue on East Dekalb Pike
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
East Dekalb Pike
6
Continue on West Dekalb Pike
13 mi
·
18 min
·
West Dekalb Pike
7
Take the exit slight right toward US 30: Frazer, Downingtown
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
US 30: Frazer, Downingtown
8
Continue on Exton Bypass
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Exton Bypass
9
Continue on Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass
8.1 mi
·
10 min
·
Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass
10
Take the exit slight right toward Coatesville
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Coatesville
11
Turn right onto North 1st Avenue
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
North 1st Avenue
12
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 15.3 miles from Norristown, PA, or about 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 30.5 miles or 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 15.3 miles or 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 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Coatesville, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Norristown, PA.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Norristown, PA
This is one driving day of about 30.5 miles and 44m.
At 30.5 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 15.3 mi from Norristown, PA · 22m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 30.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.3 miles from Norristown, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Coatesville, PA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Coatesville, 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
$5.06 one way
$10.11 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $5.54 | $11.08 |
| premium | $4.93 | $5.92 | $11.83 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.73 | $13.47 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.20 | $1.46 |
| Efficient EV | 7.6 | 0 | $2.67 | $1.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.2 | 0 | $4.27 | $1.95 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Coatesville, PA
Night in Coatesville on Wednesday
Local time
11:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°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
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
44m 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 Norristown, PA to Coatesville, PA covers 30.5 miles and takes about 44m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Powell Street, West Elm Street, Markley Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15.3 miles from Norristown, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.06 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 Norristown, PA to Coatesville, PA is easy. At 44m 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 Norristown, PA to Coatesville, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Norristown, PA to Coatesville, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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