Origin
Philadelphia, PA
Evening in Philadelphia on Sunday
Local time
7:27 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Philadelphia, PA to Penn Hills, PA
Drive Time
5h 44m
Distance
301.2 mi
485 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$50
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 31m
★
6 AM
5h 44m
8 AM
6h 10m
10 AM
5h 53m
12 PM
5h 51m
3 PM
5h 55m
5 PM
6h 9m
8 PM
5h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Philadelphia, PA
Samyantak Mohanty
Penn Hills, PA
Jack Pace
Trip Overview
Spanning 300.7 miles across Pennsylvania, this journey from Philadelphia to Penn Hills takes approximately 4 hours and 55 minutes of active drive time. You will navigate primarily via local roads like East Penn Square, John F, and North 16th Street rather than relying on high-speed interstates. Budgeting around $48 for fuel is a solid baseline for this trip, which fits comfortably into a single day of travel. Because you are staying within the Northeast region throughout the entire transit, the transition between the two cities feels like a consistent regional experience. It is a straightforward trek that works well as a one-day commitment, providing you with a focused path across the state without the need for an overnight stay.
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
150.6 miles from Philadelphia, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 51m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route features a 0% highway share, meaning you will navigate through local infrastructure for the duration of the 300.7-mile journey. The character of the road is defined by frequent turns and changing local conditions, requiring a more engaged driving style than a typical highway cruise. You will find yourself navigating city streets and local thoroughfares, which creates a hands-on experience as you move between Philadelphia and Penn Hills. Prepare for a road environment that prioritizes local connectivity over high-speed transit.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 27 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 270.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and Schuylkill Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 18.4 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 301.2 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 18.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 22 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
18.4 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Take the exit toward US 202, US 422 West: King of Prussia, West Chester, Pottstown
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 328B-A/327
Toward US 202, US 422 West: King of Prussia, We...
9
18.5 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 202 South, US 422 West: Mall Boulevard, West Chester, Pottstown, Swedesford Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward US 202 South, US 422 West: Mall Boulevar...
8
18.8 mi into trip
|
~27m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Mall Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Mall Boulevard
9
19 mi into trip
|
~27m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 76 West: New Jersey, Harrisburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward I 76 West: New Jersey, Harrisburg
9
291.4 mi into trip
|
~5h 27m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 376 West, US 22 West: Pittsburgh
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward I 376 West, US 22 West: Pittsburgh
Towns Along This Route
Between Philadelphia, PA and Penn Hills, PA, road signs point toward Chester, Pottstown and Harrisburg.
Chester
18.4 mi in
|
~26m
Pottstown
18.4 mi in
|
~26m
Harrisburg
19 mi in
|
~27m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 270.7 mi | 4h 54m |
| Schuylkill Expressway | 16.8 mi | 23m |
| Penn-Lincoln Parkway East | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| Verona Road | 2.1 mi | 5m |
| Beulah Road | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Vine Street Expressway | 1 mi | 1m |
| Coal Hollow Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| North 16th Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 270.7 mi, about 4h 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Philadelphia, PA and Penn Hills, PA.
1
Start on South Penn Square
397 ft
·
8 sec
·
South Penn Square
2
Keep slight left at fork onto PA 611
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
East Penn Square
Use the none lane.
3
Continue on John F. Kennedy Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
John F. Kennedy Boulevard
Use the none / straight lanes.
4
Turn right onto North 16th Street
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
North 16th Street
Use the right lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 676 West, US 30 West: International Airport, Valley Forge
Use the right lane.
6
Merge onto I 676; US 30
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Vine Street Expressway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 76; US 30
16 mi
·
22 min
·
Schuylkill Expressway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
Exit 328B-A/327
Toward US 202, US 422 West: King of Prussia, West Chester, Pottstown
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
Toward US 202 South, US 422 West: Mall Boulevard, West Chester, Pottstown, Swedesford Road
Use the none lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
Toward Mall Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
Toward I 76 West: New Jersey, Harrisburg
Use the none lane.
12
Merge onto I 76
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
Schuylkill Expressway
Toward I 76 West: New Jersey, Harrisburg
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 76
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
I 76
Toward I 76 West: Harrisburg
Use the slight left lane.
14
Merge onto I 76; PATP
271 mi
·
4 hr 54 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
2 min
Exit 57
Toward I 376 West, US 22: Pittsburgh, Monroeville
Use the slight right lane.
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward US 22 Business, I 376 West, US 22 West: Monroeville, Pittsburgh
Use the none lane.
17
Keep slight right at fork
353 ft
·
8 sec
Toward I 376 West, US 22 West: Pittsburgh
Use the none lane.
18
Merge onto I 376; US 22
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Penn-Lincoln Parkway East
Use the none lane.
19
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
Exit 79B
Toward PA 130: Churchill
Use the slight left lane.
20
Turn right onto PA 130
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Beulah Road
Use the right lane.
21
Continue on PA 130
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Old Coal Hollow Road
22
Continue on PA 130
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Coal Hollow Road
Use the right lane.
23
Turn right onto Verona Road
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
Verona Road
Use the right lane.
24
Continue on Verona Road
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Verona Road
25
Turn left onto Mount Avenue
519 ft
·
24 sec
·
Mount Avenue
26
Turn right onto Sylvan Avenue
134 ft
·
5 sec
·
Sylvan Avenue
27
Arrive at destination
Sylvan Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a turn-heavy local drive, plan to depart early to manage the nearly five-hour duration without feeling rushed. You should factor in at least one planned stop to stretch your legs, as the constant navigation of local roads can be more tiring than highway driving. Keep your $48 fuel budget in mind and top off your tank before departing, especially since local roads may offer fewer convenient fueling opportunities than major interstates. Because this route relies on local streets like North 16th Street and John F, stay alert for frequent turns and potential local traffic patterns. Maintaining flexibility in your schedule is your greatest advantage on this route, allowing you to pace the drive in a way that keeps you alert for the duration of 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 150.6 miles from Philadelphia, PA, or about 2h 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 270.7 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 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 150.6 miles or 2h 51m 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 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Penn Hills, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Philadelphia, 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 Philadelphia, PA
This is one driving day of about 301.2 miles and 5h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Philadelphia, 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 270.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 150.6 mi from Philadelphia, PA · 2h 51m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
151 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 150.6 miles from Philadelphia, 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 270.7 miles.
Arriving in Penn Hills, PA
The final approach into Penn Hills, 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 Penn Hills, 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
$49.84 one way
$99.68 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
105 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $54.54 | $109.07 |
| premium | $4.92 | $58.37 | $116.73 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $66.92 | $133.83 |
Estimated Tolls: $35.19
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(270.7 mi)
$35.19
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
$50
Tolls
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$110–$135
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 105.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $32 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 90.4 | 1 | $31.63 | $14.46 |
| Efficient EV | 75.3 | 0 | $26.35 | $12.05 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 120.5 | 1 | $42.17 | $19.28 |
Gas CO2
105 kg
EV CO2
35 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Penn Hills, PA
Evening in Penn Hills on Sunday
Local time
7:27 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
51°F
Cuba, NY
151 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
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
5h 44m 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 Philadelphia, PA to Penn Hills, PA covers 301.2 miles and takes about 5h 44m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike, Schuylkill Expressway, Penn-Lincoln Parkway East. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 150.6 miles from Philadelphia, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $49.84 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 301.2 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 18.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Philadelphia, PA and Penn Hills, PA, road signs point toward Chester, Pottstown and Harrisburg.
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