The drive from Penn Hills, PA to Chambersburg, PA covers 156.5 miles and takes about 3h 16m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Pennsylvania Turnpike, Lincoln Highway, Lincoln Way West for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 105 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $25.95 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
78.3 miles from Penn Hills, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 33m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 16m. Total distance: 156.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (71%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 3h 16m highway drive covering 156.5 miles, with most of the trip on Pennsylvania Turnpike and Lincoln Highway. The longest continuous stretch is about 105 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 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 105 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and Lincoln Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Verona Road.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 156.5 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 0.1 miles (Verona Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 115.4 miles (I 70): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|Verona Road
Turn right onto Verona Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
10.2 mi into trip|~18m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 76 East: Harrisburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 76 East: Harrisburg
7
115.4 mi into trip|~2h 14m in|I 70
Take the exit onto I 70 toward US 30: Breezewood, Baltimore, Washington DC
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 30: Breezewood, Baltimore, Washington...
8
117.3 mi into trip|~2h 17m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 30 East: Chambersburg, Gettysburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 30 East: Chambersburg, Gettysburg
7
156.4 mi into trip|~3h 16m in|US 11 / North Main Street
Turn right onto US 11 / North Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Penn Hills, PA and Chambersburg, PA, road signs point toward Patp: Ohio, Harrisburg, Baltimore, Washington and Gettysburg.
Patp: Ohio
9.8 mi in|~16m
Harrisburg
9.8 mi in|~16m
Baltimore
115.4 mi in|~2h 14m|via I 70
Washington
115.4 mi in|~2h 14m|via I 70
Gettysburg
117.3 mi in|~2h 17m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike
105 mi
1h 54m
Lincoln Highway
20.7 mi
29m
Lincoln Way West
17.2 mi
25m
Penn-Lincoln Parkway East
4.9 mi
6m
Verona Road
2.1 mi
5m
I 70
1.9 mi
3m
Beulah Road
1.2 mi
1m
Coal Hollow Road
1 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 105 mi, about 1h 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Penn Hills, PA and Chambersburg, PA.
1
Start on Sylvan Avenue
134 ft·11 sec·Sylvan Avenue
2
Turn left onto Mount Avenue
519 ft·25 sec·Mount Avenue
3
Turn right onto Verona Road
2.1 mi·5 min·Verona Road
Use the left lane.
4
Turn left onto PA 130
1.0 mi·1 min·Coal Hollow Road
Use the left lane.
5
Continue on PA 130
0.1 mi·14 sec·Old Coal Hollow Road
6
Continue on PA 130
1.2 mi·1 min·Beulah Road
Use the left lane.
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·33 sec
Use the left lane.
8
Merge onto I 376; US 22
4.9 mi·6 min·Penn-Lincoln Parkway East
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi·1 min
Exit 85Toward I 76, PATP: Ohio, Harrisburg
10
Continue on this road
0.2 mi·30 sec·this road
Use the straight lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·29 sec
Toward I 76 East: HarrisburgUse the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto I 76; PATP
105 mi·1 hr 54 min·Pennsylvania Turnpike
13
Take the exit onto I 70
1.9 mi·3 min·I 70
Toward US 30: Breezewood, Baltimore, Washington DCUse the slight right lane.
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·47 sec
Toward US 30 East: Chambersburg, GettysburgUse the slight right lane.
15
Merge onto US 30
21 mi·29 min·Lincoln Highway
16
Continue on US 30
17 mi·25 min·Lincoln Way West
17
Continue on US 30
0.5 mi·1 min·West Loudon Street
Use the right lane.
18
Turn left onto South Franklin Street
0.3 mi·50 sec·South Franklin Street
19
Turn right onto West King Street
0.2 mi·46 sec·West King Street
20
Turn right onto US 11
509 ft·19 sec·North Main Street
Use the right lane.
21
Keep slight left at fork onto US 11
53 ft·1 sec·North Main Street
22
Arrive at destination
US 11
Trip Plan
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 78.3 miles from Penn Hills, PA, or about 1h 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 105 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 34 miles or 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 78.3 miles or 1h 33m 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 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Chambersburg, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Penn Hills, 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 Penn Hills, PA
This is one driving day of about 156.5 miles and 3h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from Penn Hills, 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 105 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 78.3 mi from Penn Hills, PA
· 1h 33m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Flight 93 National Memorial
National Memorial
On Tuesday morning, September 11, 2001, the U.S. came under attack when four commercial airliners were hijacked and used to strike targets on the ground. Nearly 3,000 people tragically lost their live...
6 mi from route
~16 min detour
Free
near mile 75.6
The battle at Fort Necessity in the summer of 1754 was the opening action of the French and Indian War. This war was a clash of British, French and American Indian cultures. It ended with the removal...
23 mi from route
~59 min detour
Free
near mile 43.2
The South Fork Dam failed on Friday, May 31, 1889, and unleashed 20,000,000 tons of water that devastated Johnstown, PA. The flood killed 2,209 people but it brought the nation and the world together...
24 mi from route
~59 min detour
Free
near mile 97.1
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$25.95 one way
$51.89 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg55 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$28.42
$56.83
premium
$4.93
$30.35
$60.70
diesel
$5.61
$34.55
$69.11
Estimated Tolls: $13.65
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(105 mi)$13.65
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
$26
Tolls
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$65–$90
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 54.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
46.9
0
$16.43
$7.51
Efficient EV
39.1
0
$13.69
$6.26
EV Truck/SUV
62.6
0
$21.91
$10.02
Gas CO2
55 kg
EV CO2
18 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.
Forecast as of Apr 14, 2026
Origin
Penn Hills, PA
Late night
in Penn Hills on Saturday
Local time
5:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Chambersburg, PA
Late night
in Chambersburg on Saturday
Local time
5:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
64°F
Berlin, PA
78 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
3h 16m 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 Penn Hills, PA to Chambersburg, PA covers 156.5 miles and takes about 3h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike, Lincoln Highway, Lincoln Way West. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 78.3 miles from Penn Hills, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $25.95 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 156.5 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Verona Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 115.4 miles (I 70): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Penn Hills, PA and Chambersburg, PA, road signs point toward Patp: Ohio, Harrisburg, Baltimore, Washington and Gettysburg.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Flight 93 National Memorial, Fort Necessity National Battlefield and Johnstown Flood National Memorial.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
