Origin
West Manheim, PA
Afternoon in West Manheim on Wednesday
Local time
3:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from West Manheim, PA to Petersburg, PA
Data updated 1 hour ago
Drive Time
56m
Distance
28.5 mi
46 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 52m
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6 AM
0h 57m
8 AM
1h 6m
10 AM
1h 0m
12 PM
0h 59m
3 PM
1h 1m
5 PM
1h 6m
8 PM
0h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
West Manheim, PA
Jack Pace
Trip Overview
The drive from West Manheim, PA to Petersburg, PA covers 28.5 miles and takes about 56m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Lineboro Road, Seaks Run Road, Sticks Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 6.2 miles on Lineboro Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.72 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
14.2 miles from West Manheim, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 25m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 56m drive with frequent turns across 28.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
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.
Lineboro Road is the longest continuous segment at about 6.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near PA 94 / Baltimore Pike.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 56m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (PA 94 / Baltimore Pike): Navigation decision point; at 3.5 miles (MD 86 / Lineboro Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 10.2 miles (PA 516 / Steltz Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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PA 94 / Baltimore Pike
Turn left onto PA 94 / Baltimore Pike
Navigation decision point
5
3.5 mi into trip
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~5m in
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MD 86 / Lineboro Road
Turn sharp left onto MD 86 / Lineboro Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
4
10.2 mi into trip
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~18m in
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PA 516 / Steltz Road
At end of road, turn left onto PA 516 / Steltz Road
Navigation decision point
4
10.3 mi into trip
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~18m in
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PA 216 / Sticks Road
Turn right onto PA 216 / Sticks Road
Navigation decision point
5
24.4 mi into trip
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~47m in
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PA 24 / Winterstown Road
At end of road, turn left onto PA 24 / Winterstown Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Lineboro Road | 6.2 mi | 11m |
| Seaks Run Road | 4.4 mi | 9m |
| Sticks Road | 3.9 mi | 6m |
| Hanover Pike | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| Church Street | 2.8 mi | 6m |
| Winterstown Road | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Manchester Street | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| List Road | 1.3 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Lineboro Road
— 6.2 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Manheim, PA and Petersburg, PA.
1
Start on Tracey Road
38 ft
·
7 sec
·
Tracey Road
2
Turn left onto PA 94
0.2 mi
·
11 sec
·
Baltimore Pike
3
Continue on MD 30
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Hanover Pike
4
Turn sharp left onto MD 86
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Lineboro Road
5
Continue on MD 86
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
6
Continue on PA 516
2.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Lineboro Road
7
At end of road, turn left onto PA 516
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Steltz Road
8
Turn right onto PA 216
3.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Sticks Road
9
Continue on PA 216
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Manchester Street
10
Continue on PA 216; PA 616
355 ft
·
12 sec
·
Church Street
11
Continue on PA 216; PA 616
355 ft
·
12 sec
·
North Main Street
12
Turn right onto Church Street
2.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Church Street
13
At end of road, turn left onto Susquehanna Trail South
336 ft
·
8 sec
·
Susquehanna Trail South
14
Turn right onto PA 216
3.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Seaks Run Road
15
At end of road, turn right onto PA 216
38 ft
·
1 sec
·
Swamp Road
16
Turn slight left onto Seaks Run Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Seaks Run Road
17
Continue on List Road
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
List Road
18
At end of road, turn left onto PA 24
2.6 mi
·
4 min
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Winterstown Road
19
Continue on Springvale Road
0.8 mi
·
2 min
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Springvale Road
Use the straight lane.
20
Turn left onto Smith Road
0.5 mi
·
2 min
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Smith Road
21
Turn right onto PA 74
224 ft
·
4 sec
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Delta Road
22
Arrive at destination
PA 74
Trip Plan
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 14.2 miles from West Manheim, PA, or about 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 6.2 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 28.5 miles or 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 14.2 miles or 25m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Petersburg, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving West Manheim, 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 West Manheim, PA
This is one driving day of about 28.5 miles and 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from West Manheim, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Lineboro Road for about 6.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 14.2 mi from West Manheim, PA · 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
14 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 28.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 14.2 miles from West Manheim, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Petersburg, PA
The final approach into Petersburg, 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 Petersburg, 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
$4.72 one way
$9.45 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $5.17 | $10.35 |
| premium | $4.93 | $5.53 | $11.05 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.29 | $12.58 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 10 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.5 | 0 | $2.99 | $1.37 |
| Efficient EV | 7.1 | 0 | $2.49 | $1.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.4 | 0 | $3.99 | $1.82 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Petersburg, PA
Afternoon in Petersburg on Wednesday
Local time
3:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°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
1 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
56m 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 West Manheim, PA to Petersburg, PA covers 28.5 miles and takes about 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Lineboro Road, Seaks Run Road, Sticks Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 14.2 miles from West Manheim, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.72 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 is a straightforward 56m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (PA 94 / Baltimore Pike): Navigation decision point; at 3.5 miles (MD 86 / Lineboro Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 10.2 miles (PA 516 / Steltz Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from West Manheim, PA to Petersburg, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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