Origin
State College, PA
Evening in State College on Sunday
Local time
6:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from State College, PA to Hampton, PA
Drive Time
2h 40m
Distance
115.2 mi
185 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 30m
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6 AM
2h 40m
8 AM
3h 2m
10 AM
2h 48m
12 PM
2h 46m
3 PM
2h 49m
5 PM
3h 0m
8 PM
2h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
State College, PA
Jay Brand
Hampton, PA
Jay Brand
Trip Overview
Traveling from State College to Hampton, PA, covers a distance of 115.2 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 40 minutes. Because of the manageable duration, this trip is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, requiring no overnight stays. You should budget approximately $19 for fuel to complete the journey. The route primarily utilizes General Potter Highway, North 32nd Street, and US 15 to navigate through the Northeast region. It is a straightforward trip for those looking to move between these two Pennsylvania locations without the hassle of a multi-day commitment.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
57.6 miles from State College, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 19m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Only 8% of this 115.2-mile journey is spent on highways, meaning you will spend the vast majority of your time navigating local roads. The longest uninterrupted section is a 78.2-mile stretch along General Potter Highway, which serves as the backbone of your trip. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route keeps you engaged with constant changes in direction. Be prepared for a more hands-on driving experience as you transition away from the highway and navigate the local segments.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
General Potter Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 78.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South Allen Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 115.2 miles you will encounter 10 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: near the start (South Allen Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.9 miles (US 322 Business / South Atherton Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 109.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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South Allen Street
Depart onto South Allen Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
0.9 mi into trip
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~2m in
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US 322 Business / South Atherton Street
Turn left onto US 322 Business / South Atherton Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
109.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 31m in
Take the exit toward PA 94: Hanover, York Springs
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward PA 94: Hanover, York Springs
5
109.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 31m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
115.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 40m in
Enter roundabout
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from State College, PA to Hampton, PA, road signs begin pointing toward York Springs along the way.
York Springs
109.2 mi in
|
~2h 31m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| General Potter Highway | 78.2 mi | 1h 40m |
| North 32nd Street | 10.6 mi | 15m |
| US 15 | 8.9 mi | 12m |
| Carlisle Pike | 5.7 mi | 8m |
| Boal Avenue | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| South Atherton Street | 2.5 mi | 5m |
| Taylor Bridge Bypass | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| South Allen Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
General Potter Highway
— 78.2 mi, about 1h 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between State College, PA and Hampton, PA.
1
Start on South Allen Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
South Allen Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Turn left onto US 322 Business
2.5 mi
·
5 min
·
South Atherton Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Turn right onto US 322 Business
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Boal Avenue
Use the straight lane.
4
Continue on US 322; PA 144 Truck
78 mi
·
1 hr 40 min
·
General Potter Highway
Use the none lane.
5
Turn right onto Herr Street
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Herr Street
6
At end of road, turn left onto North 7th Street
493 ft
·
19 sec
·
North 7th Street
7
Turn right
422 ft
·
10 sec
8
Turn straight onto Forster Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Forster Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Continue on M. Harvey Taylor Bridge
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
M. Harvey Taylor Bridge
10
Continue on Taylor Bridge Bypass
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Taylor Bridge Bypass
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on US 11; US 15
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Cumberland Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Continue on US 11; US 15
11 mi
·
15 min
·
North 32nd Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Continue on US 15; PA 74
8.9 mi
·
12 min
·
US 15; PA 74
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward PA 94: Hanover, York Springs
Use the slight right lane.
15
Keep slight left at fork
236 ft
·
8 sec
16
Turn left onto PA 94
5.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Carlisle Pike
17
Enter roundabout
39 ft
·
0 sec
18
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since the drive is under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Plan for at least one stop to break up the journey, especially given the technical, turn-heavy nature of the local roads. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge during that 78.2-mile stretch on General Potter Highway, as service options may vary compared to main interstates. Because this is a shorter trip, you can easily avoid peak traffic hours by checking local conditions before you head out. Focusing on steady navigation through the local segments will make for a much smoother and more comfortable arrival in Hampton.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 57.6 miles from State College, PA, or about 1h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 78.2 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 1h 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 57.6 miles or 1h 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hampton, 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 115.2 miles and 2h 40m.
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.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on General Potter Highway for about 78.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 57.6 mi from State College, PA · 1h 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
58 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 57.6 miles from State College, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before General Potter Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 78.2 miles.
Arriving in Hampton, PA
The final approach into Hampton, 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 Hampton, 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
$19.06 one way
$38.12 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
40 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $20.86 | $41.72 |
| premium | $4.92 | $22.32 | $44.65 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $25.59 | $51.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 34.6 | 0 | $12.10 | $5.53 |
| Efficient EV | 28.8 | 0 | $10.08 | $4.61 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 46.1 | 0 | $16.13 | $7.37 |
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (68% 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
Hampton, PA
Evening in Hampton on Sunday
Local time
6:05 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 40m 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 Hampton, PA covers 115.2 miles and takes about 2h 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are General Potter Highway, North 32nd Street, US 15. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 57.6 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 $19.06 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 115.2 miles you will encounter 10 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: near the start (South Allen Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.9 miles (US 322 Business / South Atherton Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 109.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from State College, PA to Hampton, PA, road signs begin pointing toward York Springs along the way.
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