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Trip from Whitehall Township, PA to State College, PA

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 17m

Distance

159.7 mi

257 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$26

one way

EV Charging

Good

7 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 36 min
4 AM
3h 6m ★
6 AM
3h 18m
8 AM
3h 42m
10 AM
3h 26m
12 PM
3h 24m
3 PM
3h 27m
5 PM
3h 40m
8 PM
3h 11m

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

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township in Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, United States

Whitehall Township, PA

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borough in Centre County, Pennsylvania, United States

State College, PA

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Trip Overview

The drive from Whitehall Township, PA to State College, PA covers 159.7 miles and takes about 3h 17m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Keystone Shortway, Jacksonville Road, Macarthur Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 95.2 miles on Keystone Shortway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $25.69 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

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

79.8 miles from Whitehall Township, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 45m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 17m. Total distance: 159.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Turn-heavy local drive route profile.

Drive Character

Expect a 3h 17m drive with frequent turns across 159.7 miles of local and secondary roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 41 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 95.2 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 17 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near North Ruch Street.

Driving Effort 6/10

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 159.7 miles you will encounter 17 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 0.2 miles (North Ruch Street): Navigation decision point; at 19.4 miles (US 209 / Bridge Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 23.6 miles (US 209 / Lehigh Avenue): Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 17 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

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0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | North Ruch Street

At end of road, turn right onto North Ruch Street

Navigation decision point

6
19.4 mi into trip | ~28m in | US 209 / Bridge Street

Turn left onto US 209 / Bridge Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
5
23.6 mi into trip | ~34m in | US 209 / Lehigh Avenue

Turn right onto US 209 / Lehigh Avenue

Navigation decision point

6
143.8 mi into trip | ~2h 54m in

Take the exit toward I 99 South, US 220 South, PA 26: Bellefonte

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

Exit 161 Toward I 99 South, US 220 South, PA 26: Bellefo...
5
144.1 mi into trip | ~2h 55m in | US 220; PA 26 / Jacksonville Road

Turn left onto US 220; PA 26 / Jacksonville Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Keystone Shortway 95.2 mi 1h 43m
Jacksonville Road 11.7 mi 14m
Macarthur Road 7.4 mi 10m
Lehigh Drive 7 mi 9m
Hudson Drive 5.8 mi 8m
East Broad Street 3.8 mi 4m
State Route 93 3.7 mi 7m
Hunter Street 2.8 mi 3m
Longest stretch: Keystone Shortway — 95.2 mi, about 1h 43m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Whitehall Township, PA and State College, PA.

1

Start on Saylor Drive

360 ft · 20 sec · Saylor Drive
2

Turn left onto Coplay Street

0.1 mi · 35 sec · Coplay Street
3

At end of road, turn right onto North Ruch Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · North Ruch Street
4

Turn left onto Chestnut Street

0.6 mi · 1 min · Chestnut Street
5

Turn right onto PA 145

0.8 mi · 1 min · MacArthur Road
6

Continue on PA 145

7.4 mi · 10 min · Macarthur Road
7

Continue on PA 145

1.0 mi · 1 min · South Best Avenue
8

Continue on PA 145

0.4 mi · 33 sec · North Best Avenue
Use the straight lane.
9

Continue on PA 145

1.4 mi · 1 min · Riverview Drive
10

At end of road, turn left onto PA 248

7.0 mi · 9 min · Lehigh Drive
11

Turn left onto US 209

0.5 mi · 1 min · Bridge Street
Use the left lane.
12

Continue on US 209

0.1 mi · 7 sec · Bankway Street
13

Continue on US 209

0.6 mi · 55 sec · Sargent Stanley Hoffman Boulevard
Toward US 209 South Use the straight lane.
14

Continue on US 209

0.9 mi · 1 min · North 1st Street
15

Continue on US 209

1.9 mi · 2 min · Mauch Chunk Street
16

Continue on US 209

0.3 mi · 39 sec · Susquehanna Street
17

Turn right onto US 209

123 ft · 1 sec · Lehigh Avenue
18

Continue on US 209

0.5 mi · 32 sec · Lehigh Street
19

Continue on US 209

0.3 mi · 22 sec · Lehigh Avenue
20

Continue on US 209

2.5 mi · 3 min · East Catawissa Street
21

Turn right onto PA 93

523 ft · 7 sec · Hudson Drive
22

Continue on State Route 93

2.8 mi · 3 min · Hunter Street
23

Continue on PA 93

5.7 mi · 8 min · Hudson Drive
24

Continue on PA 93

0.5 mi · 34 sec · Broad Street
25

Continue on PA 93

1.0 mi · 1 min · Berwick Street
26

Continue on PA 93

3.8 mi · 4 min · East Broad Street
27

Continue on PA 93; PA 924

0.5 mi · 39 sec · North Broad Street
28

Turn straight onto PA 93

2.3 mi · 3 min · Susquehanna Boulevard
29

Continue on PA 93

0.2 mi · 31 sec · Valmont Parkway
30

Continue on PA 93

3.7 mi · 7 min · State Route 93
31

Continue on PA 93

0.8 mi · 1 min · Berwick Hazleton Highway
32

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 28 sec
33

Merge onto I 80

95 mi · 1 hr 43 min · Keystone Shortway
34

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 53 sec
Exit 161 Toward I 99 South, US 220 South, PA 26: Bellefonte
35

Turn left onto US 220; PA 26

12 mi · 14 min · Jacksonville Road
Use the straight lane.
36

Take the exit

1.0 mi · 1 min
Toward US 322 East: State College, Lewistown
37

Merge onto US 322

0.2 mi · 17 sec · Mount Nittany Expressway
38

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 51 sec
Toward PA 26: State College
39

Turn right onto PA 26

2.1 mi · 4 min · East College Avenue
Use the right lane.
40

Turn left onto South Allen Street

0.1 mi · 21 sec · South Allen Street
41

Arrive at destination

South Allen Street

Trip Plan

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.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 79.8 miles from Whitehall Township, PA, or about 1h 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 95.2 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 35 miles or 50m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 79.8 miles or 1h 45m 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 40m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Whitehall Township, 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 Whitehall Township, PA

This is one driving day of about 159.7 miles and 3h 17m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 35 miles from Whitehall Township, 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 95.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 79.8 mi from Whitehall Township, PA · 1h 45m into the drive

CDP in eastern Columbia County, Pennsylvania

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Mifflinville, PA

80 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

Hazleton, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 35 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Derry, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 79.8 miles from Whitehall Township, 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 95.2 miles.

Arriving in State College, PA

The final approach into State College, 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 State College, PA.

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.

Electrify America Charging Station

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 68.4

Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 45.6

Hazleton, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Blink Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 22.8

Lehighton, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 45.6

Drums, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 68.4

Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

InCharge Energy Charging Station

3.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 45.6

Hazle Township, Pennsylvania

+18333994638

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Early in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 34.2

Hazleton, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$25.69 one way

$51.38 round trip

$4.09/gal 25.4 MPG avg 56 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.60 $28.92 $57.83
premium $4.95 $31.15 $62.30
diesel $5.98 $37.60 $75.20

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$26

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$51–$76

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 55.9 kg one way.

Driving Electric?

About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 47.9 0 $16.77 $7.67
Efficient EV 39.9 0 $13.97 $6.39
EV Truck/SUV 63.9 0 $22.36 $10.22

Gas CO2

56 kg

EV CO2

19 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Whitehall Township, PA

Evening in Whitehall Township on Friday

Local time

5:41 PM

EDT

Current temp

60°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

State College, PA

Evening in State College on Friday

Local time

5:41 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

3h 17m 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 Whitehall Township, PA to State College, PA covers 159.7 miles and takes about 3h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Keystone Shortway, Jacksonville Road, Macarthur Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 79.8 miles from Whitehall Township, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $25.69 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 159.7 miles you will encounter 17 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 0.2 miles (North Ruch Street): Navigation decision point; at 19.4 miles (US 209 / Bridge Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 23.6 miles (US 209 / Lehigh Avenue): Navigation decision point.

The route from Whitehall Township, PA to State College, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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