Origin
State College, PA
Evening in State College on Sunday
Local time
6:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from State College, PA to Waynesboro, PA
Drive Time
2h 51m
Distance
107.4 mi
173 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 41m
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6 AM
2h 52m
8 AM
3h 14m
10 AM
3h 0m
12 PM
2h 57m
3 PM
3h 1m
5 PM
3h 13m
8 PM
2h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
State College, PA
Jay Brand
Waynesboro, PA
Michael Taccetta
Trip Overview
Traveling from State College to Waynesboro covers 107.4 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 51 minutes. Because this journey is manageable in a single day, you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. Expect to spend roughly $18 on fuel for the trip, making it a budget-friendly option for your schedule. You will navigate via Croghan Pike, Cumberland Highway, and the William Penn Highway as you traverse the Northeast region of Pennsylvania. This route is best suited for those who prefer an active, turn-heavy drive over the monotony of major interstates.
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
53.7 miles from State College, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 24m into the drive .
Drive Character
Prepare for a drive that favors winding local roads over high-speed transit, as only 9% of this route consists of highway travel. The personality of this trip is defined by its technical nature, keeping you engaged behind the wheel rather than drifting through straightaways. Your longest uninterrupted segment spans 15.7 miles along Croghan Pike, which serves as a brief reprieve from the more frequent turns found elsewhere. As you progress, the transition between these local routes creates a dynamic experience that demands your full attention. Expect a hands-on driving experience that prioritizes navigation through the Pennsylvania landscape.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 39 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.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,991 ft
589 ft
Total Climb
1,576 ft
Total Descent
2,016 ft
Highest Point
1,991 ft
~7.7 mi in
Elevation Range
1,402 ft
Notable High Points
1,991 ft at ~7.7 miles
+842 ft prominence
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 15 significant decision points across 107.4 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 31.9 miles (US 22 / William Penn Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 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.
5
31.9 mi into trip
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~51m in
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US 22 / William Penn Highway
Merge onto US 22 / William Penn Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
89.4 mi into trip
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~2h 23m in
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I 81
Merge onto I 81
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
107.1 mi into trip
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~2h 51m in
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PA 16; PA 316 / West Main Street
Turn left onto PA 16; PA 316 / West Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Croghan Pike | 15.7 mi | 23m |
| Cumberland Highway | 10.9 mi | 17m |
| William Penn Highway | 10.7 mi | 15m |
| Standing Stone Road | 9.8 mi | 14m |
| McAlevy's Fort Road | 7.4 mi | 10m |
| Wayne Highway | 6.4 mi | 10m |
| I 81 | 5.3 mi | 6m |
| Wayne Road | 4.8 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 Waynesboro, 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
·
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
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Cumberland Highway
28
Keep slight left at fork onto PA 997
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Black Gap Road
29
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
30
Merge onto I 81
5.3 mi
·
6 min
·
I 81
Use the none lane.
31
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Toward Wayne Ave
32
Turn left onto PA 316
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
Wayne Avenue
33
Continue on PA 316
4.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Wayne Road
34
Continue on PA 316
6.2 mi
·
10 min
·
Wayne Highway
35
Continue on PA 316
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
North Grant Street
36
Continue on PA 316
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
·
Wayne Highway
37
Continue on PA 316
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Grant Street
38
Turn left onto PA 16; PA 316
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
West Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
39
Arrive at destination
PA 16
Trip Plan
Since this trip is relatively short, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time based on your personal preference. You should anticipate needing at least one stop during the nearly three-hour duration to stretch your legs and stay sharp. Given the turn-heavy profile of the roads, keep an eye on your fuel gauge before heading out to ensure your $18 budget accounts for any local detours. A smart strategy is to check your navigation settings early, as the reliance on local highways like the Cumberland Highway means you will encounter frequent shifts in road direction. Prioritizing a daylight start will help you better manage the curves and turns along the route.
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 53.7 miles from State College, PA, or about 1h 24m 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 53.7 miles or 1h 24m 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 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Waynesboro, 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 107.4 miles and 2h 51m.
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 Croghan Pike for about 15.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 53.7 mi from State College, PA · 1h 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
54 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 53.7 miles from State College, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Waynesboro, PA
The final approach into Waynesboro, 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 Waynesboro, 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
$17.77 one way
$35.54 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
38 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $19.45 | $38.89 |
| premium | $4.92 | $20.81 | $41.62 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $23.86 | $47.72 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 32.2 | 0 | $11.28 | $5.16 |
| Efficient EV | 26.9 | 0 | $9.40 | $4.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 43 | 0 | $15.04 | $6.87 |
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 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
Waynesboro, PA
Evening in Waynesboro on Sunday
Local time
6:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°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
4 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 51m 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 Waynesboro, PA covers 107.4 miles and takes about 2h 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Croghan Pike, Cumberland Highway, William Penn Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 53.7 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 $17.77 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 is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 107.4 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 31.9 miles (US 22 / William Penn Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from State College, PA to Waynesboro, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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