Origin
Slippery Rock, PA
Afternoon in Slippery Rock on Wednesday
Local time
3:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Slippery Rock, PA to Forestville, PA
Data updated 2 hours ago
Drive Time
6m
Distance
4.4 mi
7 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 6m
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6 AM
0h 7m
8 AM
0h 8m
10 AM
0h 7m
12 PM
0h 7m
3 PM
0h 7m
5 PM
0h 8m
8 PM
0h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Slippery Rock, PA
David Hitchcock
Trip Overview
The drive from Slippery Rock, PA to Forestville, PA covers 4.4 miles and takes about 6m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Franklin Road, William Flinn Highway, Franklin Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 2.9 miles on Franklin Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $0.73 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
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
2.2 miles from Slippery Rock, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 6m drive with frequent turns across 4.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 5 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Franklin Road is the longest continuous segment at about 2.9 miles.
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. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near PA 108; PA 173 / Franklin Street.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Slippery Rock, PA to Forestville, PA is easy. At 6m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (PA 108; PA 173 / Franklin Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.5 miles (PA 8 / William Flinn Highway): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
2 of 2 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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PA 108; PA 173 / Franklin Street
Turn right onto PA 108; PA 173 / Franklin Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
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3.5 mi into trip
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~5m in
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PA 8 / William Flinn Highway
At end of road, turn left onto PA 8 / William Flinn Highway
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Franklin Road | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| William Flinn Highway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Franklin Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| South Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Franklin Road
— 2.9 mi, about 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Slippery Rock, PA and Forestville, PA.
1
Start on PA 173
43 ft
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5 sec
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South Main Street
2
Turn right onto PA 108; PA 173
0.6 mi
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1 min
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Franklin Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Continue on PA 108
2.9 mi
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4 min
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Franklin Road
4
At end of road, turn left onto PA 8
0.9 mi
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1 min
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William Flinn Highway
5
Arrive at destination
PA 8
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 2.2 miles from Slippery Rock, PA, or about 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 2.9 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 4.4 miles or 6m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 2.2 miles or 3m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Forestville, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Slippery Rock, 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 Slippery Rock, PA
This is one driving day of about 4.4 miles and 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Slippery Rock, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Franklin Road for about 2.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 2.2 mi from Slippery Rock, PA · 3m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
2 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
Arriving in Forestville, PA
The final approach into Forestville, 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 Forestville, PA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$0.73 one way
$1.46 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
2 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $0.80 | $1.60 |
| premium | $4.93 | $0.85 | $1.71 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $0.97 | $1.94 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 1.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $0 in charging · 0 stops · 50% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 1.3 | 0 | $0.46 | $0.21 |
| Efficient EV | 1.1 | 0 | $0.39 | $0.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 1.8 | 0 | $0.62 | $0.28 |
Gas CO2
2 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (50% 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
Forestville, PA
Afternoon in Forestville on Wednesday
Local time
3:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
W 10 mph
33% chance
Live forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 4:55PM EDT until April 14 at 5:30PM EDT by NWS Pittsburgh PA
Severe Thunderstorm Watch
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued April 14 at 2:51PM EDT until April 14 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
44°F
Mina, NY
2 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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
6m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Slippery Rock, PA to Forestville, PA covers 4.4 miles and takes about 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Franklin Road, William Flinn Highway, Franklin Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 2.2 miles from Slippery Rock, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $0.73 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 Slippery Rock, PA to Forestville, PA is easy. At 6m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (PA 108; PA 173 / Franklin Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.5 miles (PA 8 / William Flinn Highway): Navigation decision point.
The route from Slippery Rock, PA to Forestville, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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