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Trip from Whitman, PA to Tacony, PA

Data updated 2 hours ago

Drive Time

22m

Distance

12.5 mi

20 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$2

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 6 min
4 AM
0h 20m ★
6 AM
0h 22m
8 AM
0h 26m
10 AM
0h 23m
12 PM
0h 23m
3 PM
0h 24m
5 PM
0h 26m
8 PM
0h 21m

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

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Downtown Whitman, PA, PA

Whitman, PA

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Downtown Tacony, PA, PA

Tacony, PA

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Trip Overview

The drive from Whitman, PA to Tacony, PA covers 12.5 miles and takes about 22m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Delaware Expressway, South 5th Street, Washington Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 8.5 miles on Delaware Expressway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.07 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

6.2 miles from Whitman, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 11m into the drive .

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Drive Character

This is a 22m highway drive covering 12.5 miles, with most of the trip on Delaware Expressway and South 5th Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 8.5 miles on Delaware Expressway.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
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 8.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Delaware Expressway and South 5th Street. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South 5th Street.

Route Complexity 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 12.5 miles you will encounter 8 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 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.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 8 key points

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

4
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | South 5th Street

Turn right onto South 5th Street

Navigation decision point

6
2.2 mi into trip | ~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 | ~6m in | 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 lanes.
8
11 mi into trip | ~17m in

Take the exit toward PA 73: Cottman Avenue, Rhawn Street

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 30 Toward PA 73: Cottman Avenue, Rhawn Street
6
11.7 mi into trip | ~19m in | Torresdale Avenue

Turn left onto Torresdale Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Delaware Expressway 8.5 mi 11m
South 5th Street 1.3 mi 3m
Washington Avenue 0.5 mi <1m
Cottman Avenue 0.4 mi 1m
South Christopher Columbus Boulevard 0.4 mi 1m
Torresdale Avenue 0.4 mi 1m
Tyson Avenue 0.3 mi 1m
Vollmer Street <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Delaware Expressway — 8.5 mi, about 11m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Whitman, PA and Tacony, 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
5

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 47 sec
Toward I 676: Central Philadelphia Use the left lane.
6

Merge onto I 95

8.5 mi · 11 min · Delaware Expressway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
7

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 42 sec
Exit 30 Toward PA 73: Cottman Avenue, Rhawn Street Use the slight right lane.
8

Continue on Cottman Avenue

0.4 mi · 1 min · Cottman Avenue
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
9

Turn left onto Torresdale Avenue

0.4 mi · 1 min · Torresdale Avenue
Use the left lane.
10

Turn right onto Tyson Avenue

0.3 mi · 1 min · Tyson Avenue
11

Turn right onto Walker Street

69 ft · 3 sec · Walker Street
12

Arrive at destination

Walker Street

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 6.2 miles from Whitman, PA, or about 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 8.5 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 12.5 miles or 22m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 6.2 miles or 11m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 17m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tacony, 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 12.5 miles and 22m.

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 8.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 6.2 mi from Whitman, PA · 11m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Staten Island, NY

6 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

Staten Island, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 12.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Staten Island, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 6.2 miles from Whitman, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Tacony, PA

The final approach into Tacony, 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 Tacony, PA.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Independence National Historical Park

Independence National Historical Park

National Historical Park

The park represents the founding ideals of the nation, and preserves national and international symbols of freedom and democracy, including Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell. The Declaration of I...

0 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 near mile 2.6
Park Closure: Congress Hall Temporary Closure
View on nps.gov
Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial

Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial

National Memorial

Visit the house where wounded Polish freedom fighter Thaddeus Kosciuszko lived and hear how this brilliant military engineer designed successful fortifications during the American Revolution. See the...

0 mi from route ~1 min detour Free near mile 2.6
View on nps.gov
Valley Forge National Historical Park

Valley Forge National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Valley Forge is the place where George Washington and the Continental Army took refuge during the winter of 1777-1778. Today the park protects 3,500 acres of meadows, woodlands, historic landscapes, a...

19 mi from route ~47 min detour Free near mile 3.9
View on nps.gov
First State National Historical Park

First State National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Famous as the First State to ratify the Constitution, Delaware was born out of a conflict among three world powers for dominance of the Delaware Valley. From this beginning, the region developed a dis...

22 mi from route ~56 min detour Free
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$2.07 one way

$4.14 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 4 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $2.27 $4.54
premium $4.93 $2.42 $4.85
diesel $5.61 $2.76 $5.52

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$2

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$27–$52

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 4.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 3.8 0 $1.31 $0.60
Efficient EV 3.1 0 $1.09 $0.50
EV Truck/SUV 5 0 $1.75 $0.80

Gas CO2

4 kg

EV CO2

1 kg (75% 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 data refreshed 2 hours ago

Origin

Whitman, PA

Night in Whitman on Tuesday

Local time

10:12 PM

EDT

Current temp

66°F

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy

SW 5 to 15 mph 26% chance Live forecast

Severe Thunderstorm Warning

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 7:20PM EDT until April 14 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS State College PA

Severe Thunderstorm Warning

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 7:07PM EDT until April 14 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY

Destination

Tacony, PA

Night in Tacony on Tuesday

Local time

10:12 PM

EDT

Current temp

60°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

6 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

22m 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 Tacony, PA covers 12.5 miles and takes about 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Delaware Expressway, South 5th Street, Washington 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 6.2 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 $2.07 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 12.5 miles you will encounter 8 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 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.
The route from Whitman, PA to Tacony, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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