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Trip from Venango, PA to Philadelphia, PA

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

6h 24m

Distance

333.9 mi

537 km

Drive Score

10/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$55

one way

EV Charging

Fair

4 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 37 min
4 AM
6h 12m ★
6 AM
6h 24m
8 AM
6h 49m
10 AM
6h 33m
12 PM
6h 30m
3 PM
6h 34m
5 PM
6h 48m
8 PM
6h 17m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Venango, PA, PA

Venango, PA

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largest city in Pennsylvania, United States

Philadelphia, PA

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Trip Overview

The drive from Venango, PA to Philadelphia, PA covers 333.9 miles and takes about 6h 24m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Keystone Shortway, Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, US Highway 322 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 205.8 miles on Keystone Shortway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $55.36 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

166.9 miles from Venango, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 14m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Keystone Shortway 205.8 mi 3h 43m
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension 75.1 mi 1h 21m
US Highway 322 17.2 mi 25m
Schuylkill Expressway 12.6 mi 17m
Main Street 6.1 mi 9m
Twenty-Eighth Division Highway 4.3 mi 6m
Route 322 4.1 mi 5m
Mid-County Expressway 3.4 mi 4m
Longest stretch: Keystone Shortway — 205.8 mi, about 3h 43m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Venango, PA and Philadelphia, PA.

1

Start on Old 322 Road

94 ft · 11 sec · Old 322 Road
2

Turn left onto Deep Hollow Road

140 ft · 10 sec · Deep Hollow Road
3

Turn left onto US 322

4.8 mi · 7 min · US Highway 322
4

Continue on US 322

2.7 mi · 4 min · Twenty-Eighth Division Highway
5

Continue on US 322

12 mi · 17 min · US Highway 322
6

Continue on US 322

5.1 mi · 7 min · Main Street
7

Continue on US 322

1.7 mi · 2 min · West Main Street
8

Continue on US 322

1.6 mi · 2 min · Twenty-Eighth Division Highway
9

Continue on US 322

1.0 mi · 1 min · Main Street
10

Continue on US 322

4.1 mi · 5 min · Route 322
11

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 33 sec
12

Merge onto I 80

206 mi · 3 hr 43 min · Keystone Shortway
13

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min
Toward PA 940, PATP, I 476: Wilkes-Barre, Allentown
14

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 31 sec
15

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 32 sec
Toward I 476 South: Allentown
16

Merge onto I 476; PATP

75 mi · 1 hr 20 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17

Continue on I 476; PATP

0.3 mi · 23 sec · Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Exit 20
18

Keep slight left at fork onto I 476; PATP

0.2 mi · 18 sec · Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Use the slight left lane.
19

Continue on I 476

3.4 mi · 4 min · Mid-County Expressway
20

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 42 sec
Exit 16 Toward I 76 East, I 76 West: Philadelphia, Valley Forge Use the slight right lane.
21

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 42 sec
Exit 16A Toward I 76 East: Philadelphia Use the slight left lane.
22

Merge onto I 76

13 mi · 17 min · Schuylkill Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23

Keep slight left at fork onto I 676; US 30

0.8 mi · 1 min · Vine Street Expressway
Toward I 676 East, US 30 East: Central Philadelphia Use the slight left / straight lanes.
24

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 17 sec
Toward Central Philadelphia Use the slight right lane.
25

Keep slight right at fork

313 ft · 11 sec
Toward 15th Street, Central Philadelphia Use the slight right lane.
26

Turn right onto North 15th Street

0.4 mi · 48 sec · North 15th Street
Use the right lane.
27

Turn slight left onto PA 611

379 ft · 8 sec · South Penn Square
28

Keep slight left at fork onto South Penn Square

167 ft · 2 sec · South Penn Square
29

Arrive at destination

South Penn Square

Trip Plan

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 166.9 miles from Venango, PA, or about 3h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 205.8 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 73 miles or 1h 32m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 166.9 miles or 3h 14m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 5h 12m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Philadelphia, PA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Venango, 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 Venango, PA

This is one driving day of about 333.9 miles and 6h 24m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 73 miles from Venango, 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 Keystone Shortway for about 205.8 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

county seat of Centre County, Pennsylvania, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Bellefonte, PA

167 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

Bethlehem, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 73 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

State College, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 166.9 miles from Venango, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Keystone Shortway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 205.8 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Djakarta Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Near the end, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 333.9

Hours: 11 am–7:30 pm

+12154638888

Visit website

Amsale Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

2.9 mi

Top Coffee Stop

RIM Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 333.9

Hours: 12–10 pm

+12154653515

Visit website

CNT Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

1.3 mi

Holy Cannoli! Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

2 mi

Djakarta Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 333.9

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–7:30 pm

+12154638888

Visit website

Amsale Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 333.9

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12153974420

Visit website

Satellite Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10 mile 333.9

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+12672772623

Visit website

RIM Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 333.9

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 12–10 pm

+12154653515

Visit website

CNT Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 333.9

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+12678869851

Visit website

Holy Cannoli! Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 333.9

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 7:30 am–4 pm

+12673191700

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 47.7

Brookville, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 262.3

Lehighton, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 190.8

Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 214.6

Drums, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 333.9

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: Closed

+12152991000

Visit website

The Franklin Institute

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 333.9

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 9:30 am–5 pm

+12154481200

Visit website

Philadelphia's Magic Gardens

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 333.9

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–6 pm

+12157330390

Visit website

Independence Hall

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 333.9

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+12159652305

Visit website

Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 333.9

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: Closed

+12159233811

Visit website

Independence National Historical Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 333.9

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

+12159652305

Visit website

NEST Center City

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 333.9

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+14452232683

Visit website

MindEscape Escape Room Philadelphia

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 333.9

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 4–9:30 pm

+12154546159

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 16

5 decision points cluster between mile 315.5 and 333.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7
315.5 mi into trip | ~5h 57m in | I 476; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension

Keep slight left at fork onto I 476; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane.
8
319.1 mi into trip | ~6h 2m in

Take the exit toward I 76 East, I 76 West: Philadelphia, Valley Forge

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 16 Toward I 76 East, I 76 West: Philadelphia, Vall...
8
319.4 mi into trip | ~6h 2m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 76 East: Philadelphia

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Exit 16A Toward I 76 East: Philadelphia
8
332.4 mi into trip | ~6h 21m in | I 676; US 30 / Vine Street Expressway

Keep slight left at fork onto I 676; US 30 / Vine Street Expressway toward I 676 East, US 30 East: Central Philadelphia

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left / straight lanes. Toward I 676 East, US 30 East: Central Philadel...
9
333.3 mi into trip | ~6h 22m in

Keep slight right at fork toward 15th Street, Central Philadelphia

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward 15th Street, Central Philadelphia

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$55.36 one way

$110.71 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 117 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $60.63 $121.26
premium $4.93 $64.76 $129.51
diesel $5.61 $73.72 $147.44

Estimated Tolls: $9.76

Pennsylvania Turnpike (75.1 mi) $9.76

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$55

Tolls

$10

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$90–$115

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 116.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

4 DC fast chargers · Coverage: fair

Blink Charging Station

Lehighton, Pennsylvania

Blink

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Brookville, Pennsylvania

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

Tesla Supercharger

Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania

Tesla

1 DCFC

Tesla Supercharger

Drums, Pennsylvania

Tesla

1 DCFC

Tesla: 2 Blink: 1 ChargePoint: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $35 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 100.2 1 $35.06 $16.03
Efficient EV 83.5 0 $29.22 $13.36
EV Truck/SUV 133.6 1 $46.75 $21.37

Gas CO2

117 kg

EV CO2

39 kg (67% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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.

Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026

Origin

Venango, PA

Afternoon in Venango on Saturday

Local time

1:45 PM

EDT

Current temp

81°F

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

SW 14 mph 93% chance Live forecast

Destination

Philadelphia, PA

Afternoon in Philadelphia on Saturday

Local time

1:45 PM

EDT

Current temp

72°F

Partly Sunny

E 5 to 10 mph 1% chance 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

9 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

6h 24m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Independence National Historical Park

Independence National Historical Park

National Historical Park

The park represents the founding ideals of the nation, and preserves national and international symbols of freedom and democracy, including Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell. The Declaration of I...

1 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 near mile 333.9
Park Closure: Congress Hall Temporary Closure
View on nps.gov
Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial

Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial

National Memorial

Visit the house where wounded Polish freedom fighter Thaddeus Kosciuszko lived and hear how this brilliant military engineer designed successful fortifications during the American Revolution. See the...

1 mi from route ~3 min detour Free near mile 333.9
View on nps.gov
Valley Forge National Historical Park

Valley Forge National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Valley Forge is the place where George Washington and the Continental Army took refuge during the winter of 1777-1778. Today the park protects 3,500 acres of meadows, woodlands, historic landscapes, a...

9 mi from route ~22 min detour Free near mile 310.9
View on nps.gov
First State National Historical Park

First State National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Famous as the First State to ratify the Constitution, Delaware was born out of a conflict among three world powers for dominance of the Delaware Valley. From this beginning, the region developed a dis...

22 mi from route ~55 min detour Free near mile 322.4
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

The drive from Venango, PA to Philadelphia, PA covers 333.9 miles and takes about 6h 24m, using a mix of highways and local roads.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Keystone Shortway is the longest continuous segment at about 205.8 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 315.5 miles in near I 476; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension.

Driving Effort 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 333.9 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 315.5 miles (I 476; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 319.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 319.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Venango, PA and Philadelphia, PA, road signs point toward Patp and Allentown.

Patp

239.5 mi in | ~4h 33m

Allentown

239.5 mi in | ~4h 33m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 24m. Total distance: 333.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

6h 24m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Scenic Drive

Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Venango, PA to Philadelphia, PA covers 333.9 miles and takes about 6h 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Keystone Shortway, Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, US Highway 322. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 166.9 miles from Venango, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $55.36 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 333.9 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 315.5 miles (I 476; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 319.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 319.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Between Venango, PA and Philadelphia, PA, road signs point toward Patp and Allentown.

Yes. Nearby national parks include Independence National Historical Park, Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial and Valley Forge National Historical Park. There are 4 parks within detour distance of this route.

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, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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