Origin
Shiremanstown, PA
Afternoon in Shiremanstown on Thursday
Local time
12:41 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Shiremanstown, PA to Haverford, PA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 59m
Distance
98.9 mi
159 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 51m
★
6 AM
2h 0m
8 AM
2h 17m
10 AM
2h 6m
12 PM
2h 4m
3 PM
2h 7m
5 PM
2h 16m
8 PM
1h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
The drive from Shiremanstown, PA to Haverford, PA covers 98.9 miles and takes about 1h 59m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Simpson Ferry Road, Gettysburg Road, Carlisle Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $16.40 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.
Midpoint
49.4 miles from Shiremanstown, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 59m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 59m. Total distance: 98.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 59m drive with frequent turns across 98.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Simpson Ferry Road 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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Shiremanstown, PA to Haverford, PA is easy. At 1h 59m 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 Shiremanstown, PA to Haverford, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Simpson Ferry Road | — | — |
| Gettysburg Road | — | — |
| Carlisle Road | — | — |
| I 83 South | — | — |
| I 76 | — | — |
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | — | — |
| I 76 East | — | — |
| PA 320 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Simpson Ferry Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Shiremanstown, PA and Haverford, PA.
1
Start on East Main Street
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
East Main Street
2
Continue on Simpson Ferry Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Simpson Ferry Road
3
Continue on Gettysburg Road
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Gettysburg Road
4
Turn right onto Carlisle Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Carlisle Road
5
Take the ramp slight right toward I 83 South: York
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
I 83 South: York
6
Merge slight left
1.3 mi
·
1 min
7
Take the exit slight right toward I 76, PATP: Philadelphia, Pittsburgh
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
I 76, PATP: Philadelphia, Pittsburgh
8
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
84 mi
·
1 hr 29 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
9
Take the exit slight right toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia
3.9 mi
·
6 min
·
I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia
10
Take the exit slight right toward PA 320: Gulph Mills
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
PA 320: Gulph Mills
11
Keep slight right to continue on PA 320 South: Villanova
341 ft
·
8 sec
·
PA 320 South: Villanova
12
Turn straight onto South Gulph Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Gulph Road
13
Continue on West Montgomery Avenue
4.3 mi
·
9 min
·
West Montgomery Avenue
14
Turn left onto Woodside Road
525 ft
·
24 sec
·
Woodside Road
15
Turn left onto Winsor Lane
344 ft
·
18 sec
·
Winsor Lane
16
Turn left
10 ft
·
1 sec
17
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 49.4 miles from Shiremanstown, PA, or about 59m 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 22 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.4 miles or 59m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Haverford, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Shiremanstown, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Shiremanstown, PA
This is one driving day of about 98.9 miles and 1h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Shiremanstown, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 49.4 mi from Shiremanstown, PA · 59m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
49 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 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 49.4 miles from Shiremanstown, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Haverford, PA
The final approach into Haverford, PA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.40 one way
$32.79 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $17.96 | $35.92 |
| premium | $4.93 | $19.18 | $38.36 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.84 | $43.67 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.7 | 0 | $10.38 | $4.75 |
| Efficient EV | 24.7 | 0 | $8.65 | $3.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 39.6 | 0 | $13.85 | $6.33 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (66% 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
Haverford, PA
Afternoon in Haverford on Thursday
Local time
12:41 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
61°F
Denver, PA
49 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
10 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
1h 59m 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 Shiremanstown, PA to Haverford, PA covers 98.9 miles and takes about 1h 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Simpson Ferry Road, Gettysburg Road, Carlisle Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 49.4 miles from Shiremanstown, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.40 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 Shiremanstown, PA to Haverford, PA is easy. At 1h 59m 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 Shiremanstown, PA to Haverford, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Shiremanstown, PA to Haverford, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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