Origin
Sugarcreek, PA
Morning in Sugarcreek on Saturday
Local time
9:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sugarcreek, PA to Emlenton, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
46m
Distance
31.1 mi
50 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 43m
★
6 AM
0h 46m
8 AM
0h 54m
10 AM
0h 49m
12 PM
0h 48m
3 PM
0h 49m
5 PM
0h 54m
8 PM
0h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sugarcreek, PA
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Emlenton, PA
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Trip Overview
Sugarcreek, PA to Emlenton, PA is 31.1 miles and takes about 46 minutes via Richard Frame Memorial Highway, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within Pennsylvania's Northeast region, offering a straightforward local drive. It's a quick connection between two points, ideal for those looking for an uncomplicated journey without extensive planning. Given its brevity, this route is perfect for a spontaneous outing or as a segment of a larger Pennsylvania adventure. You won't need an overnight stay for this one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 46m. Total distance: 31.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (22%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive with about 22% of the journey on highways. The longest stretch without a significant turn is 6.9 miles on Richard Frame Memorial Highway, providing a brief period of steady travel. As you navigate this route, you'll experience a mix of road types, transitioning between the faster pace of the Keystone Shortway and the more winding nature of PA 308. This isn't a high-speed interstate cruise; instead, it's a more engaged driving experience that requires your attention to the road ahead.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Richard Frame Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 6.9 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 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 4.1 miles in near US 62; PA 8 / Liberty Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 31.1 miles you will encounter 11 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: at 4.1 miles (US 62; PA 8 / Liberty Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.4 miles (US 62; PA 8 / 15th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 15 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
4.1 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
US 62; PA 8 / Liberty Street
Turn right onto US 62; PA 8 / Liberty Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
4.4 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
US 62; PA 8 / 15th Street
Turn left onto US 62; PA 8 / 15th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
15 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Take the exit toward PA 308 South: Bullion, Pearl
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward PA 308 South: Bullion, Pearl
5
29.3 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
PA 38; PA 208 / Emlenton Clintonville Road
At end of road, turn right onto PA 38; PA 208 / Emlenton Clintonville Road
Navigation decision point
5
31.1 mi into trip
|
~46m in
|
PA 38; PA 208 / Main Street
Turn right onto PA 38; PA 208 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Sugarcreek, PA to Emlenton, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Pearl along the way.
Pearl
15 mi in
|
~23m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Richard Frame Memorial Highway | 6.9 mi | 7m |
| Keystone Shortway | 6.6 mi | 7m |
| PA 308 | 6.5 mi | 9m |
| 15th Street | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Pittsburgh Road | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Emlenton Clintonville Road | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Twenty-Eighth Division Highway | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Grant Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Richard Frame Memorial Highway
— 6.9 mi, about 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sugarcreek, PA and Emlenton, PA.
1
Start on Causeway Drive
63 ft
·
2 sec
·
Causeway Drive
2
Continue on Sugarcreek Drive
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Sugarcreek Drive
3
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
this road
4
Continue on Sugarcreek Drive
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Sugarcreek Drive
5
Turn straight onto US 322
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Twenty-Eighth Division Highway
6
Continue on US 322
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Grant Street
7
Turn right onto US 322
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
Meadville Pike
8
Continue on US 322
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
·
13th Street
9
Turn right onto US 62; PA 8
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
Liberty Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Turn left onto US 62; PA 8
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
15th Street
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on PA 8
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Pittsburgh Road
Use the straight lane.
12
Continue on PA 8
6.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Richard Frame Memorial Highway
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward PA 308 South: Bullion, Pearl
14
Turn left onto PA 308
6.5 mi
·
9 min
·
PA 308
15
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
16
Merge onto I 80
6.6 mi
·
7 min
·
Keystone Shortway
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
Toward PA 38: Emlenton
18
Turn left onto PA 38
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
PA 38
19
At end of road, turn right onto PA 38; PA 208
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Emlenton Clintonville Road
20
Turn left onto PA 38; PA 208
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
PA 38; PA 208
21
Turn right onto PA 38; PA 208
96 ft
·
1 sec
·
Main Street
22
Arrive at destination
PA 38; PA 208
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15.5 mi from Sugarcreek, PA · 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.5 miles from Sugarcreek, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Emlenton, PA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Emlenton, PA if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.16 one way
$10.31 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $5.65 | $11.29 |
| premium | $4.93 | $6.03 | $12.06 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.87 | $13.73 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.3 | 0 | $3.27 | $1.49 |
| Efficient EV | 7.8 | 0 | $2.72 | $1.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.4 | 0 | $4.35 | $1.99 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Emlenton, PA
Morning in Emlenton on Saturday
Local time
9:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°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
8 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
46m 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 Sugarcreek, PA to Emlenton, PA covers 31.1 miles and takes about 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Richard Frame Memorial Highway, Keystone Shortway, PA 308. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15.5 miles from Sugarcreek, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.16 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 31.1 miles you will encounter 11 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: at 4.1 miles (US 62; PA 8 / Liberty Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.4 miles (US 62; PA 8 / 15th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 15 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Sugarcreek, PA to Emlenton, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Pearl along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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