Origin
State College, PA
Afternoon in State College on Sunday
Local time
4:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from State College, PA to Chambersburg, PA
Drive Time
2h 26m
Distance
90.3 mi
145 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
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Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 16m
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6 AM
2h 26m
8 AM
2h 46m
10 AM
2h 33m
12 PM
2h 31m
3 PM
2h 34m
5 PM
2h 45m
8 PM
2h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
State College, PA
Jay Brand
Chambersburg, PA
Michael Taccetta
Trip Overview
Traveling from State College to Chambersburg covers 90.3 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 26 minutes. Because this is a relatively short trip, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight lodging. You should budget approximately $15 for fuel to complete the journey. The route primarily utilizes Croghan Pike, William Penn Highway, and Standing Stone Road to navigate through Pennsylvania. Since both locations are situated within the Northeast, you will experience a consistent regional feel throughout the drive. It is a straightforward trip that provides a reliable connection between these two Pennsylvania hubs.
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
45.2 miles from State College, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 10m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local driving experience rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as highways account for only 5% of the total journey. You will spend most of your time navigating local roads, with the longest uninterrupted stretch lasting just 15.7 miles on Croghan Pike. The personality of this drive is defined by its frequent curves and local traffic, which keeps the experience engaging behind the wheel. Because you are avoiding major highways for the vast majority of the 90.3-mile trip, you should stay alert for changing road conditions. It is a technical drive that requires your full attention compared to a standard high-speed commute.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 35 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Croghan Pike is the longest continuous segment at about 15.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near PA 26 / West College Avenue.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 90.3 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 0.1 miles (PA 26 / West College Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 31.1 miles (Penn Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 86.7 miles (US 11 / Philadelphia Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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PA 26 / West College Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto PA 26 / West College Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
31.1 mi into trip
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~50m in
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Penn Street
Turn left onto Penn Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
86.7 mi into trip
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~2h 18m in
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US 11 / Philadelphia Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto US 11 / Philadelphia Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
89 mi into trip
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~2h 23m in
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US 11 / Edgar Avenue
Turn right onto US 11 / Edgar Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
89.3 mi into trip
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~2h 23m in
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US 11 / College Avenue
Turn right onto US 11 / College Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Croghan Pike | 15.7 mi | 23m |
| William Penn Highway | 10.7 mi | 15m |
| Standing Stone Road | 9.8 mi | 14m |
| Cumberland Highway | 8.7 mi | 12m |
| McAlevy's Fort Road | 7.4 mi | 10m |
| Spring Run Road | 4.8 mi | 8m |
| Standing Stone Parkway | 4.2 mi | 6m |
| West College Avenue | 4 mi | 8m |
Longest stretch:
Croghan Pike
— 15.7 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between State College, PA and Chambersburg, PA.
1
Start on South Allen Street
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
South Allen Street
2
At end of road, turn left onto PA 26
4.0 mi
·
8 min
·
West College Avenue
Use the none lane.
3
Continue on PA 26; PA 45
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
East Pine Grove Road
4
Turn left onto PA 26
2.0 mi
·
3 min
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South Water Street
5
Continue on PA 26
7.4 mi
·
10 min
·
McAlevy's Fort Road
6
Continue on PA 26; PA 305
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Greenwood Road
7
Keep slight left at fork onto PA 26
8.9 mi
·
13 min
·
Standing Stone Road
8
Continue on PA 26
0.5 mi
·
41 sec
·
Stone Creek Road
9
Continue on PA 26
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Standing Stone Parkway
10
Continue on PA 26
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Standing Stone Road
11
Continue on PA 26
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Standing Stone Parkway
12
Continue on PA 26
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Standing Stone Avenue
13
Turn left onto PA 26
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
2nd Street
14
Turn left onto Penn Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Penn Street
Use the right lane.
15
Merge onto US 22
11 mi
·
15 min
·
William Penn Highway
Use the straight lane.
16
Turn right onto US 522
11 mi
·
16 min
·
Croghan Pike
17
Continue on US 522
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
·
South Ridgley Street
18
Continue on US 522
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
Ridgely Street
19
Continue on US 522
4.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Croghan Pike
20
Continue on US 522
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Main Street
21
Turn left onto PA 641
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Neelyton Road
22
Continue on PA 641
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Neelytown Road
23
Continue on PA 641
4.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Spring Run Road
24
Turn right onto PA 641
3.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Timmons Road
25
Continue on PA 641
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Forge Hill Road
26
Turn right onto PA 997
8.7 mi
·
12 min
·
Cumberland Highway
27
Continue on PA 997 Truck
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Sunset Pike
28
At end of road, turn right onto US 11
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Philadelphia Avenue
Use the right lane.
29
Continue on US 11
428 ft
·
16 sec
·
Norland Avenue
30
Turn right onto US 11
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Edgar Avenue
Use the right lane.
31
Turn right onto US 11
442 ft
·
12 sec
·
College Avenue
Use the right lane.
32
Continue on US 11
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Philadelphia Avenue
33
Continue on US 11
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
North Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
34
Keep slight left at fork onto US 11
53 ft
·
1 sec
·
North Main Street
35
Arrive at destination
US 11
Trip Plan
Since this is a 2-hour and 26-minute trip without scheduled stops, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time based on your personal schedule. With no mandatory breaks required to cover the 90.3 miles, you can easily complete the drive in one go, though keeping an eye on your fuel gauge is wise given the $15 cost estimate. Given the nature of the route, prioritize checking your tire pressure before heading out, as the frequent turns on Croghan Pike and Standing Stone Road can be demanding on your vehicle. Try to avoid peak traffic hours to ensure the drive remains smooth and predictable. Embracing the lack of stops allows you to reach Chambersburg efficiently, providing you with more time to spend at your destination.
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 45.2 miles from State College, PA, or about 1h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 15.7 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 80 miles or 2h 8m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.2 miles or 1h 10m 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 58m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Chambersburg, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving State College, 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 State College, PA
This is one driving day of about 90.3 miles and 2h 26m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from State College, 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 Croghan Pike for about 15.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 45.2 mi from State College, PA · 1h 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
45 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 45.2 miles from State College, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Chambersburg, PA
The final approach into Chambersburg, 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 Chambersburg, 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
$14.94 one way
$29.88 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $16.35 | $32.70 |
| premium | $4.92 | $17.50 | $35.00 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $20.06 | $40.12 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.1 | 0 | $9.48 | $4.33 |
| Efficient EV | 22.6 | 0 | $7.90 | $3.61 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36.1 | 0 | $12.64 | $5.78 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 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
Chambersburg, PA
Afternoon in Chambersburg on Sunday
Local time
4:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
2h 26m 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 State College, PA to Chambersburg, PA covers 90.3 miles and takes about 2h 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Croghan Pike, William Penn Highway, Standing Stone Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 45.2 miles from State College, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.94 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 is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 90.3 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (PA 26 / West College Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 31.1 miles (Penn Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 86.7 miles (US 11 / Philadelphia Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from State College, PA to Chambersburg, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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