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Trip from Whitman, PA to Devon, PA

Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026

Drive Time

42m

Distance

25.5 mi

41 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$4

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 11 min
4 AM
0h 39m ★
6 AM
0h 43m
8 AM
0h 50m
10 AM
0h 45m
12 PM
0h 44m
3 PM
0h 45m
5 PM
0h 49m
8 PM
0h 40m

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

Downtown Whitman, PA, PA

Whitman, PA

Haneul Trac

Downtown Devon, PA, PA

Devon, PA

Haneul Trac

Trip Overview

This 25.5-mile drive from Whitman to Devon, Pennsylvania, is a quick trip that can easily be completed in about 42 minutes. Primarily utilizing the Schuylkill Expressway, Croton Road, and Oregon Avenue, this route is focused on highway travel, with 69% of the journey on higher-speed roads. With a modest estimated fuel cost of $4, it's an economical option for a single-day excursion. This route is well-suited as a straightforward day trip within the Northeast region, requiring no overnight stays. Its direct nature makes it a convenient option for getting between these two Pennsylvania locations.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 42m. Total distance: 25.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

42m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (69%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

Expect a highway-focused experience for the majority of this 42-minute journey. Approximately 69% of the drive involves higher-speed roads, including a significant 17.5-mile stretch on the Schuylkill Expressway. While the route incorporates local roads like Croton Road and Oregon Avenue, the character remains largely influenced by the expressway. This means you'll likely encounter consistent traffic flow for extended periods, punctuated by transitions onto and off of the main highway. The drive progresses with a clear emphasis on efficient travel rather than winding scenic byways.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Schuylkill Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 17.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Schuylkill Expressway and Croton Road. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South 5th 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 25.5 miles you will encounter 9 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: near the start (South 5th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Ritner Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (Oregon Avenue): Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 9 key points

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

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | South 5th Street

Turn right onto South 5th Street

Navigation decision point

5
0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | Ritner Street

Turn left onto Ritner Street

Navigation decision point

5
0.5 mi into trip | ~1m in | Oregon Avenue

At end of road, turn right onto Oregon Avenue

Navigation decision point

5
2.5 mi into trip | ~5m in | I 76 / Schuylkill Expressway

Merge onto I 76 / Schuylkill Expressway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
20 mi into trip | ~30m in

Take the exit toward King of Prussia, Norristown

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 329 Toward King of Prussia, Norristown

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

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

Between Whitman, PA and Devon, PA, road signs point toward King Of Prussia and Norristown.

King Of Prussia

20 mi in | ~30m

Norristown

20 mi in | ~30m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Schuylkill Expressway 17.5 mi 24m
Croton Road 2.3 mi 5m
Oregon Avenue 1.8 mi 3m
Upper Gulph Road 1.1 mi 2m
South Gulph Road 1 mi 1m
West Conestoga Road 0.6 mi 1m
South 6th Street 0.3 mi <1m
North Fairfield Road 0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Schuylkill Expressway — 17.5 mi, about 24m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Whitman, PA and Devon, PA.

1

Start on Vollmer Street

231 ft · 12 sec · Vollmer Street
2

Turn right onto South 5th Street

0.1 mi · 27 sec · South 5th Street
3

Turn left onto Ritner Street

445 ft · 24 sec · Ritner Street
4

Turn left onto South 6th Street

0.3 mi · 44 sec · South 6th Street
5

At end of road, turn right onto Oregon Avenue

1.8 mi · 3 min · Oregon Avenue
6

Continue on this road

0.1 mi · 18 sec · this road
Use the left / uturn / straight / right lanes.
7

Merge onto I 76

18 mi · 24 min · Schuylkill Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 35 sec
Exit 329 Toward King of Prussia, Norristown Use the slight right lane.
9

Turn slight left onto South Gulph Road

1.0 mi · 1 min · South Gulph Road
10

Turn straight onto Croton Road

1.4 mi · 3 min · Croton Road
11

At end of road, turn left onto Croton Road

0.9 mi · 1 min · Croton Road
12

At end of road, turn right onto Upper Gulph Road

1.1 mi · 2 min · Upper Gulph Road
13

Turn straight onto West Conestoga Road

0.6 mi · 1 min · West Conestoga Road
14

Turn left onto North Fairfield Road

0.1 mi · 33 sec · North Fairfield Road
15

Arrive at destination

North Fairfield Road

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$4.23 one way

$8.46 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 9 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $4.63 $9.26
premium $4.93 $4.95 $9.89
diesel $5.61 $5.63 $11.26

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$4

Estimated CO2 emission: 8.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 7.6 0 $2.68 $1.22
Efficient EV 6.4 0 $2.23 $1.02
EV Truck/SUV 10.2 0 $3.57 $1.63

Gas CO2

9 kg

EV CO2

3 kg (67% 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

Whitman, PA

Night in Whitman on Thursday

Local time

10:31 PM

EDT

Current temp

66°F

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy

SW 5 to 15 mph 26% chance Live forecast

Destination

Devon, PA

Night in Devon on Thursday

Local time

10:31 PM

EDT

Current temp

48°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

18 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

42m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Whitman, PA to Devon, PA covers 25.5 miles and takes about 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Schuylkill Expressway, Croton Road, Oregon Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 12.7 miles from Whitman, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.23 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 25.5 miles you will encounter 9 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: near the start (South 5th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Ritner Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (Oregon Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Between Whitman, PA and Devon, PA, road signs point toward King Of Prussia and Norristown.

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