Origin
South Bend, PA
Night in South Bend on Thursday
Local time
9:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from South Bend, PA to North Apollo, PA
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
20m
Distance
13.5 mi
22 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 18m
★
6 AM
0h 20m
8 AM
0h 24m
10 AM
0h 21m
12 PM
0h 21m
3 PM
0h 22m
5 PM
0h 24m
8 PM
0h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
South Bend, PA
Michael Taccetta
North Apollo, PA
David Yu
Trip Overview
The drive from South Bend, PA to North Apollo, PA covers 13.5 miles and takes about 20m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on PA 56, North Warren Avenue, Kiski Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 12.1 miles on PA 56. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.24 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 20m. Total distance: 13.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 20m highway drive covering 13.5 miles, with most of the trip on PA 56 and North Warren Avenue. The longest continuous stretch is about 12.1 miles on PA 56.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 6 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
PA 56 is the longest continuous segment at about 12.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on PA 56 and North Warren Avenue. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near PA 56; PA 156.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from South Bend, PA to North Apollo, PA is easy. At 20m with 89% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (PA 56; PA 156): Navigation decision point; at 12.1 miles (PA 56; PA 66 / Kiski Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 13.4 miles (19th Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
3 of 3 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
PA 56; PA 156
Turn left onto PA 56; PA 156
Navigation decision point
4
12.1 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
PA 56; PA 66 / Kiski Avenue
Turn right onto PA 56; PA 66 / Kiski Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
13.4 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
19th Street
Turn right onto 19th Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| PA 56 | 12.1 mi | 17m |
| North Warren Avenue | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Kiski Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 19th Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Ole Mill Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
PA 56
— 12.1 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Bend, PA and North Apollo, PA.
1
Start on Ole Mill Drive
300 ft
·
15 sec
·
Ole Mill Drive
2
Turn left onto PA 56; PA 156
12 mi
·
17 min
·
PA 56; PA 156
3
Turn right onto PA 56; PA 66
0.2 mi
·
10 sec
·
Kiski Avenue
4
Continue on PA 56; PA 66
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
North Warren Avenue
5
Turn right onto 19th Street
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
19th Street
6
Arrive at destination
19th Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.24 one way
$4.48 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $2.45 | $4.90 |
| premium | $4.93 | $2.62 | $5.24 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.98 | $5.96 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.1 | 0 | $1.42 | $0.65 |
| Efficient EV | 3.4 | 0 | $1.18 | $0.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.4 | 0 | $1.89 | $0.86 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
North Apollo, PA
Night in North Apollo on Thursday
Local time
9:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°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
20 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
20m 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 South Bend, PA to North Apollo, PA covers 13.5 miles and takes about 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are PA 56, North Warren Avenue, Kiski Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6.8 miles from South Bend, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.24 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 South Bend, PA to North Apollo, PA is easy. At 20m with 89% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (PA 56; PA 156): Navigation decision point; at 12.1 miles (PA 56; PA 66 / Kiski Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 13.4 miles (19th Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from South Bend, PA to North Apollo, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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