Origin
Seven Fields, PA
Evening in Seven Fields on Wednesday
Local time
5:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Seven Fields, PA to Christleys Mills, PA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
45m
Distance
34.3 mi
55 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 41m
★
6 AM
0h 45m
8 AM
0h 53m
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.
Seven Fields, PA
Juliano Astc
Trip Overview
The drive from Seven Fields, PA to Christleys Mills, PA covers 34.3 miles and takes about 45m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 79, New Castle Road, Mars Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 26.1 miles on I 79. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.69 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
17.1 miles from Seven Fields, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 22m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 45m highway drive covering 34.3 miles, with most of the trip on I 79 and New Castle Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 26.1 miles on I 79.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 79 is the longest continuous segment at about 26.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 79 and New Castle Road. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near PA 228 / Mars Road.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 34.3 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (PA 228 / Mars Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2.5 miles (I 79): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1 mi into trip
|
~3m in
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PA 228 / Mars Road
Turn right onto PA 228 / Mars Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
1.9 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the ramp toward I 79: Erie
Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 79: Erie
5
2.5 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
I 79
Merge onto I 79
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
28.6 mi into trip
|
~34m in
|
105
Take the exit onto 105 toward PA 108: Slippery Rock
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 105
Toward PA 108: Slippery Rock
5
32.8 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
PA 258 / North Main Street
Turn left onto PA 258 / North Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 79 | 26.1 mi | 28m |
| New Castle Road | 3.4 mi | 4m |
| Mars Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| North Main Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| New Castle Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Mercer Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Hillmont Drive | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Franklin Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 79
— 26.1 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Seven Fields, PA and Christleys Mills, PA.
1
Start on Mars Crider Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Mars Crider Road
2
Continue on Hillmont Drive
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Hillmont Drive
3
Turn left onto Franklin Road
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
Franklin Road
4
Turn right onto PA 228
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Mars Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 79: Erie
Use the slight right lane.
6
Merge onto I 79
26 mi
·
28 min
·
I 79
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit onto 105
0.2 mi
·
54 sec
·
105
Exit 105
Toward PA 108: Slippery Rock
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn left onto PA 108
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
New Castle Road
9
Continue on PA 108
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
New Castle Street
10
Turn left onto PA 258
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
Use the left lane.
11
Continue on PA 258
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Mercer Road
12
Turn right onto North Creek
211 ft
·
11 sec
·
North Creek
13
Continue on North Creek Road
27 ft
·
1 sec
·
North Creek Road
14
Arrive at destination
North Creek Road
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 17.1 miles from Seven Fields, PA, or about 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 26.1 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 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 17.1 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 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Christleys Mills, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Seven Fields, PA.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Seven Fields, PA
This is one driving day of about 34.3 miles and 45m.
At 34.3 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on I 79 for about 26.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17.1 mi from Seven Fields, PA · 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.1 miles from Seven Fields, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Christleys Mills, PA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Christleys Mills, 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
$5.69 one way
$11.37 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $6.23 | $12.46 |
| premium | $4.93 | $6.65 | $13.30 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.57 | $15.15 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 12 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.3 | 0 | $3.60 | $1.65 |
| Efficient EV | 8.6 | 0 | $3.00 | $1.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.7 | 0 | $4.80 | $2.20 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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.
Destination
Christleys Mills, PA
Evening in Christleys Mills on Wednesday
Local time
5:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°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
5 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
45m 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 Seven Fields, PA to Christleys Mills, PA covers 34.3 miles and takes about 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 79, New Castle Road, Mars Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 17.1 miles from Seven Fields, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.69 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 34.3 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (PA 228 / Mars Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2.5 miles (I 79): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Seven Fields, PA to Christleys Mills, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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