Origin
Williams, PA
Afternoon in Williams on Saturday
Local time
3:11 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Williams, PA to Whitman, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 42m
Distance
230.5 mi
371 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$38
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 29m
★
6 AM
4h 42m
8 AM
5h 9m
10 AM
4h 52m
12 PM
4h 49m
3 PM
4h 53m
5 PM
5h 8m
8 PM
4h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Williams, PA
Bruno Scramgnon
Whitman, PA
Haneul Trac
Trip Overview
The drive from Williams, PA to Whitman, PA covers 230.5 miles and takes about 4h 42m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Pennsylvania Turnpike, I 76, Hyndman Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly highway. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 181 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $38.21 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
115.2 miles from Williams, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 26m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 181 mi | 3h 16m |
| I 76 | 18 mi | 26m |
| Hyndman Road | 14.4 mi | 25m |
| Allegheny Road | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| Schuylkill Expressway | 3 mi | 4m |
| Gooseberry Road | 2.2 mi | 5m |
| Oregon Avenue/Vare Avenue | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Lincoln Highway | 1.7 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 181 mi, about 3h 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Williams, PA and Whitman, PA.
1
Start on Fairhope Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Fairhope Road
2
Continue on Gooseberry Road
2.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Gooseberry Road
3
Continue on Church Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Church Street
4
Turn right onto State Route 3004
509 ft
·
22 sec
·
State Route 3004
5
Turn left onto PA 96
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Center Street
6
Continue on PA 96
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Pennsylvania Avenue
7
Continue on PA 96
14 mi
·
25 min
·
Hyndman Road
8
Continue on PA 31
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Allegheny Road
9
Merge onto US 30
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Lincoln Highway
10
Turn left onto Country Ridge Road
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
Country Ridge Road
11
Turn right onto Weber Lane
1.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Weber Lane
12
Turn left onto US 220 BUS
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
Business 220
13
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward I 70, I 76, PATP: Pittsburgh, Harrisburg
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Toward I 76 East, I 70 East: Harrisburg
15
Merge onto I 70; I 76; PATP
181 mi
·
3 hr 16 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit onto I 76
18 mi
·
26 min
·
I 76
Exit 326
Toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia
Use the slight right lane.
17
Keep slight right at fork onto I 76
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Schuylkill Expressway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 347B
Toward Passyunk Avenue, Oregon Avenue
19
Keep slight left at fork
151 ft
·
5 sec
Toward I 76 East: Walt Whitman Bridge
20
Continue on West Oregon Vare Avenue
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
West Oregon Vare Avenue
21
Continue on Oregon Avenue/Vare Avenue
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Oregon Avenue/Vare Avenue
Use the left lane.
22
Turn left onto South 5th Street
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
South 5th Street
Use the left lane.
23
Turn right onto Porter Street
465 ft
·
24 sec
·
Porter Street
24
Turn right onto South 4th Street
270 ft
·
13 sec
·
South 4th Street
25
Turn right onto Vollmer Street
238 ft
·
10 sec
·
Vollmer Street
26
Arrive at destination
Vollmer 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 115.2 miles from Williams, PA, or about 2h 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 181 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 51 miles or 1h 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 115.2 miles or 2h 26m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Whitman, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Williams, 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 Williams, PA
This is one driving day of about 230.5 miles and 4h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 51 miles from Williams, 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 Pennsylvania Turnpike for about 181 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
115 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 51 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 115.2 miles from Williams, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Pennsylvania Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 181 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 175 decision points cluster between mile 25.3 and 227.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
25.3 mi into trip
|
~48m in
Take the ramp toward I 70, I 76, PATP: Pittsburgh, Harrisburg
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 70, I 76, PATP: Pittsburgh, Harrisburg
6
25.5 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 76 East, I 70 East: Harrisburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 76 East, I 70 East: Harrisburg
8
206.9 mi into trip
|
~4h 6m in
|
I 76
Take the exit onto I 76 toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia
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 326
Toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia
6
224.9 mi into trip
|
~4h 32m in
|
I 76 / Schuylkill Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 76 / Schuylkill Expressway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
6
227.9 mi into trip
|
~4h 36m in
Take the exit toward Passyunk Avenue, Oregon Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 347B
Toward Passyunk Avenue, Oregon Avenue
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$38.21 one way
$76.43 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
81 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $41.85 | $83.71 |
| premium | $4.93 | $44.70 | $89.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $50.89 | $101.78 |
Estimated Tolls: $23.54
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(181 mi)
$23.54
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$38
Tolls
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$87–$112
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 80.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 69.1 | 0 | $24.20 | $11.06 |
| Efficient EV | 57.6 | 0 | $20.17 | $9.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 92.2 | 1 | $32.27 | $14.75 |
Gas CO2
81 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Whitman, PA
Afternoon in Whitman on Saturday
Local time
3:11 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Mostly Cloudy
E 5 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
48°F
Middlesex, PA
115 mi in
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
4h 42m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument
National Monument
More than 7,800 children from 140 Tribes went to the Carlisle School from 1879 to 1918. The National Park Service will collaborate with families, affiliated Tribal Nations, the US Army, historians, an...
2 mi from route
~6 min detour
Free
near mile 103.3
View on nps.gov
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...
2 mi from route
~5 min detour
$1
near mile 230.5
View on nps.gov
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...
2 mi from route
~5 min detour
Free
near mile 230.5
View on nps.gov
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...
2 mi from route
~4 min detour
Free
near mile 206.6
View on nps.gov
Appalachian National Scenic Trail
National Scenic Trail
The Appalachian Trail is a 2,190+ mile long public footpath that traverses the scenic, wooded, pastoral, wild, and culturally resonant lands of the Appalachian Mountains. Conceived in 1921, built by p...
13 mi from route
~33 min detour
Free
near mile 151
View on nps.gov
Flight 93 National Memorial
National Memorial
On Tuesday morning, September 11, 2001, the U.S. came under attack when four commercial airliners were hijacked and used to strike targets on the ground. Nearly 3,000 people tragically lost their live...
15 mi from route
~39 min detour
Free
near mile 15.9
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
230.5 mi in 4h 42m, mostly highway — 181 mi of that is on Pennsylvania Turnpike.
88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 181 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and I 76. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 25.3 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 230.5 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 25.3 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 25.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 206.9 miles (I 76): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Williams, PA and Whitman, PA, road signs point toward Patp: Pittsburgh, Harrisburg and Philadelphia.
Patp: Pittsburgh
25.3 mi in
|
~48m
Harrisburg
25.3 mi in
|
~48m
Philadelphia
206.9 mi in
|
~4h 6m
|
via I 76
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 42m. Total distance: 230.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 42m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 181 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $23.54 in tolls one way, starting with Pennsylvania Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Whitman, PA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 25.3 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 25.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 206.9 miles (I 76): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument, Independence National Historical Park and Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Whitman, PA, but most travelers stay overnight.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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