Djakarta Cafe
Near the end, short detour
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Hours: 11 am–7:30 pm
+12154638888
Visit websiteCompiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 55m
Distance
309.3 mi
498 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$51
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Russellton, PA
Michael Taccetta
Whitman, PA
Haneul Trac
The drive from Russellton, PA to Whitman, PA covers 309.3 miles and takes about 5h 55m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Pennsylvania Turnpike, I 76, Schuylkill Expressway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly highway. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 279.5 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $51.28 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
154.7 miles from Russellton, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 56m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 279.5 mi | 5h 4m |
| I 76 | 18 mi | 26m |
| Schuylkill Expressway | 3 mi | 4m |
| Little Deer Creek Road | 2.7 mi | 6m |
| Little Deer Creek Valley Road | 1.8 mi | 4m |
| Oregon Avenue/Vare Avenue | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Russellton Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Freeport Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Russellton, PA and Whitman, PA.
Start on Michael Road
At end of road, turn right onto Little Deer Creek Valley Road
Continue on Little Deer Creek Road
Continue on Little Deer Creek Valley Road
Continue on Russellton Road
Continue on Little Deer Creek Valley Road
Continue on Pearl Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto Freeport Road
Take the ramp
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 76; PATP
Take the exit onto I 76
Keep slight right at fork onto I 76
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Continue on West Oregon Vare Avenue
Continue on Oregon Avenue/Vare Avenue
Turn left onto South 5th Street
Turn right onto Porter Street
Turn right onto South 4th Street
Turn right onto Vollmer Street
Arrive at destination
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.
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 68 miles or 1h 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 154.7 miles or 2h 56m 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 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Whitman, PA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Russellton, 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 Russellton, PA
This is one driving day of about 309.3 miles and 5h 55m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
155 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.
A short stop after about 68 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 154.7 miles from Russellton, 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 279.5 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
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Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
5 decision points cluster between mile 5.5 and 306.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
At end of road, turn right onto Freeport Road
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Keep slight right at fork toward I 76 East: Harrisburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit onto I 76 toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork onto I 76 / Schuylkill Expressway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Passyunk Avenue, Oregon Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$51.28 one way
$102.56 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $56.16 | $112.32 |
| premium | $4.93 | $59.98 | $119.97 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $68.29 | $136.58 |
Estimated Tolls: $36.34
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
$51
Tolls
$36
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$113–$138
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 108.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $32 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 92.8 | 1 | $32.48 | $14.85 |
| Efficient EV | 77.3 | 0 | $27.06 | $12.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 123.7 | 1 | $43.30 | $19.80 |
Gas CO2
108 kg
EV CO2
36 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Russellton on Saturday
Local time
2:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Destination
Afternoon in Whitman on Saturday
Local time
2:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
54°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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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309.3 mi in 5h 55m, mostly highway — 279.5 mi of that is on Pennsylvania Turnpike.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and I 76. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.5 miles in near Freeport Road.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 309.3 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 5.5 miles (Freeport Road): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 285.7 miles (I 76): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Russellton, PA to Whitman, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Philadelphia along the way.
Philadelphia
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 55m. Total distance: 309.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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.
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