Origin
Whitman, PA
Evening in Whitman on Sunday
Local time
8:30 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Whitman, PA to Richmond, PA
Drive Time
15m
Distance
7.5 mi
12 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 14m
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6 AM
0h 16m
8 AM
0h 18m
10 AM
0h 16m
12 PM
0h 16m
3 PM
0h 17m
5 PM
0h 18m
8 PM
0h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Whitman, PA
Haneul Trac
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick transit between Whitman and Richmond, PA, you are looking at a brief 7.5-mile journey that typically takes about 15 minutes. This route is a straightforward, single-day trip that requires no overnight stops, making it ideal for commuters or those running local errands. You will navigate using a combination of the Delaware Expressway, South 5th Street, and Westmoreland Street. With fuel costs estimated at just $1, this is an incredibly budget-friendly drive within the Northeast region. Because the duration is so short, you have total flexibility in your schedule, allowing you to easily fit this transit into a busy day.
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
3.7 miles from Whitman, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 8m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience that transitions from high-speed transit to local navigation. About 50% of your time behind the wheel will be spent on the highway, specifically on the Delaware Expressway, which offers the longest uninterrupted stretch of 3.8 miles. Once you exit the expressway, the route shifts into a more technical feel as you transition onto South 5th Street and Westmoreland Street. This change requires you to stay alert as the flow of traffic shifts from the steady pace of the highway to the stop-and-go nature of city streets. It is a functional, no-nonsense drive that gets you from point A to point B efficiently.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Delaware Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 3.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.2 miles in.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 7.5 miles you will encounter 10 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 2.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2.5 miles (I 95 / Delaware Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
2.2 mi into trip
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~5m in
Take the ramp toward I 676: Central Philadelphia
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 676: Central Philadelphia
5
2.5 mi into trip
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~6m in
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I 95 / Delaware Expressway
Merge onto I 95 / Delaware Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left / none lanes.
8
6.3 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Take the exit toward Allegheny Avenue, Castor Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 25
Toward Allegheny Avenue, Castor Avenue
5
7.1 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
Aramingo Avenue
Turn right onto Aramingo Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
7.4 mi into trip
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~15m in
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East Tioga Street
Turn left onto East Tioga Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Delaware Expressway | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| South 5th Street | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| Westmoreland Street | 0.6 mi | 2m |
| Washington Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| South Christopher Columbus Boulevard | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Aramingo Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East Tioga Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Vollmer Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Delaware Expressway
— 3.8 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Whitman, PA and Richmond, PA.
1
Start on Vollmer Street
231 ft
·
12 sec
·
Vollmer Street
2
Turn right onto South 5th Street
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
South 5th Street
3
Turn right onto Washington Avenue
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
Washington Avenue
4
Turn left onto South Christopher Columbus Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
South Christopher Columbus Boulevard
Use the none lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Toward I 676: Central Philadelphia
Use the left lane.
6
Merge onto I 95
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Delaware Expressway
Use the straight / slight left / none lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 25
Toward Allegheny Avenue, Castor Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn left onto Westmoreland Street
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Westmoreland Street
9
Turn right onto Aramingo Avenue
0.3 mi
·
53 sec
·
Aramingo Avenue
Use the none lane.
10
Turn left onto East Tioga Street
495 ft
·
23 sec
·
East Tioga Street
Use the left lane.
11
Turn right onto Tulip Street
57 ft
·
2 sec
·
Tulip Street
12
Arrive at destination
Tulip Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a short 15-minute excursion, you do not need to worry about complex pacing or rest breaks. You can depart whenever it best suits your personal schedule, as the short distance minimizes the impact of typical traffic fluctuations. Keep your fuel gauge in check before you start, though with a $1 cost, you will find it very easy to manage your transit budget. A helpful tip for this specific route is to pay close attention to your navigation as you transition off the Delaware Expressway; the switch from highway speeds to local roads on South 5th Street happens quickly. Use the lack of required stops to your advantage by focusing on a direct, efficient arrival at your destination.
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 3.7 miles from Whitman, PA, or about 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 3.8 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 7.5 miles or 15m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 3.7 miles or 8m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Richmond, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Whitman, 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 Whitman, PA
This is one driving day of about 7.5 miles and 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Whitman, 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 Delaware Expressway for about 3.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 3.7 mi from Whitman, PA · 8m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
4 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 7.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 3.7 miles from Whitman, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Richmond, PA
The final approach into Richmond, 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 Richmond, 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
$1.24 one way
$2.48 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $1.36 | $2.72 |
| premium | $4.92 | $1.45 | $2.91 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $1.67 | $3.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.3 | 0 | $0.79 | $0.36 |
| Efficient EV | 1.9 | 0 | $0.66 | $0.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3 | 0 | $1.05 | $0.48 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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.
Destination
Richmond, PA
Evening in Richmond on Sunday
Local time
8:30 PM
EDT
Current temp
83°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
19 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
15m 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 Whitman, PA to Richmond, PA covers 7.5 miles and takes about 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Delaware Expressway, South 5th Street, Westmoreland Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 3.7 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 $1.24 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 7.5 miles you will encounter 10 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 2.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2.5 miles (I 95 / Delaware Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Whitman, PA to Richmond, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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