Origin
Warriors Mark, PA
Evening in Warriors Mark on Wednesday
Local time
7:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
4h 30m
Distance
219 mi
352 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$36
one way
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Warriors Mark, PA
Sebastian Dziomba
Philadelphia, PA
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Traveling from Warriors Mark to Philadelphia covers 210.2 miles of Pennsylvania landscape. You should budget approximately 3 hours and 40 minutes of driving time for this journey. Because the total duration is manageable, this trip works perfectly as a single-day excursion without the need for an overnight stay. Expect to spend roughly $34 on fuel to complete the transit between these two Northeast locations. This route keeps you within the state, offering a straightforward transition from a rural setting to the urban environment of Philadelphia.
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
109.5 miles from Warriors Mark, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 18m into the drive .
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a straightforward interstate cruise, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will be navigating local roads for the entirety of the 210.2-mile distance, requiring your full attention behind the wheel. The absence of high-speed highways means the pace remains steady and technical throughout the trip. Because you are not relying on major interstates, the character of the road changes frequently as you transition between local corridors. Be prepared for a more hands-on driving experience compared to standard highway transit.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and General Potter Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 113.1 miles in near US 322.
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 219 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 113.1 miles (US 322): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 117.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 199.5 miles (I 76): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Keep slight right at fork onto US 322 toward I 83 South, US 322 East: Hershey, York
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward I 283 South: Harrisburg International Airport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit onto I 76 toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
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
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
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Warriors Mark, PA and Philadelphia, PA, road signs point toward State College, Hazleton, Carlisle and York.
State College
Hazleton
Carlisle
York
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 78.4 mi | 1h 24m |
| General Potter Highway | 75.6 mi | 1h 35m |
| I 99 | 21.3 mi | 23m |
| I 76 | 18 mi | 26m |
| Mount Nittany Expressway | 6.2 mi | 8m |
| US 322 | 5.3 mi | 7m |
| Warriors Mark Path | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| I 283 | 2.8 mi | 4m |
Step-by-step road directions between Warriors Mark, PA and Philadelphia, PA.
Start on PA 350
At end of road, turn left onto US 220 Business
Continue on SR 4041
Take the ramp onto US 220 Business
Merge onto I 99; US 220
Keep slight left at fork onto I 99; US 220; US 322
Keep slight right at fork onto US 322
Continue on US 322; PA 144 Truck
Continue on US 322; PA 144 Truck
Take the exit onto US 322
Keep slight left at fork onto US 322
Merge onto I 81; US 322
Keep slight right at fork onto US 322
Keep slight left at fork
Continue on I 283
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 76; PATP
Take the exit onto I 76
Keep slight left at fork onto I 676; US 30
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn right onto North 15th Street
Turn slight left onto PA 611
Keep slight left at fork onto South Penn Square
Arrive at destination
Since this is a 3 hour and 40 minute drive without mandatory stops, you have the flexibility to plan your departure time based on your personal preference. Keep in mind that with zero planned stops in the data, you should build your own breaks into the itinerary to stay alert on these local roads. Given the $34 fuel estimate, fueling up before you leave Warriors Mark is a smart way to simplify your travel logistics. Since the route is entirely on local roads, check your navigation frequently to ensure you stay on track through the various turns. Taking this trip in one day is entirely feasible, allowing you to reach Philadelphia without the fatigue associated with longer, multi-day hauls.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 48 miles or 1h 1m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 109.5 miles or 2h 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Philadelphia, PA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Warriors Mark, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Warriors Mark, PA
This is one driving day of about 219 miles and 4h 30m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 109.5 mi from Warriors Mark, PA · 2h 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
110 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.
A short stop after about 48 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 109.5 miles from Warriors Mark, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Pennsylvania Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 78.4 miles.
The final approach into Philadelphia, 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 Philadelphia, PA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$36.31 one way
$72.61 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $39.76 | $79.53 |
| premium | $4.93 | $42.47 | $84.94 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $48.35 | $96.70 |
Estimated Tolls: $10.20
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
$36
Tolls
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$72–$97
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 76.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 65.7 | 0 | $23.00 | $10.51 |
| Efficient EV | 54.8 | 0 | $19.16 | $8.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 87.6 | 1 | $30.66 | $14.02 |
Gas CO2
77 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Warriors Mark on Wednesday
Local time
7:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Destination
Evening in Philadelphia on Wednesday
Local time
7:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Mostly Cloudy
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 13 at 5:13AM EDT by NWS State College PA
48°F
Middlesex, PA
110 mi in
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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