Origin
Willistown, PA
Night in Willistown on Tuesday
Local time
10:12 PM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Willistown, PA to Hempfield, PA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 19m
Distance
57.2 mi
92 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 13m
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6 AM
1h 19m
8 AM
1h 31m
10 AM
1h 23m
12 PM
1h 22m
3 PM
1h 24m
5 PM
1h 31m
8 PM
1h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Willistown, PA
Haneul Trac
Hempfield, PA
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Trip Overview
This 57.2-mile drive from Willistown, PA to Hempfield, PA is a straightforward, one-day trip, estimated to take about 1 hour and 19 minutes. Given its short duration and the manageable fuel cost of around $9, it's an easy excursion that doesn't require an overnight stay. The route stays within the Northeast region, specifically within Pennsylvania, so you won't experience a change in regional scenery. This journey is characterized by a turn-heavy local drive, suggesting you'll be navigating more local roads than highways.
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
28.6 miles from Willistown, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 39m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a drive that involves frequent turns, as this route is classified as a 'Turn-heavy local drive.' With 0% highway share, you'll be on local roads for the entire 57.2 miles. There isn't a 'longest stretch' of uninterrupted driving noted, reinforcing the idea of continuous navigation through local networks. This type of driving can offer a more intimate look at the communities you pass through, but it also means you'll need to stay attentive to navigation and local traffic patterns.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Street Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Willistown, PA to Hempfield, PA is easy. At 1h 19m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Willistown, PA to Hempfield, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Street Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Chester Pike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 322 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Chester Bypass | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| PA 100 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| PATP | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 76 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Street Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Willistown, PA and Hempfield, PA.
1
Start on Street Road
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
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Street Road
2
Continue on Street Road
131 ft
·
5 sec
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Street Road
3
Turn sharp left onto West Chester Pike
4.9 mi
·
8 min
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West Chester Pike
4
Take the exit slight right toward US 322 West, US 202 North: King of Prussia, Downingtown
0.2 mi
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45 sec
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US 322 West, US 202 North: King of Prussia, Downingtown
5
Merge slight left onto West Chester Bypass
1.2 mi
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1 min
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West Chester Bypass
6
Take the exit slight right toward PA 100 North: Exton
7.5 mi
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11 min
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PA 100 North: Exton
7
Take the exit slight right toward PATP
0.4 mi
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46 sec
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PATP
8
Keep slight left to continue on I 76 West: Harrisburg
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
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I 76 West: Harrisburg
9
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
25 mi
·
27 min
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Pennsylvania Turnpike
10
Take the exit slight right toward US 222: Reading, Lancaster
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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US 222: Reading, Lancaster
11
Continue on Colonel Howard Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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Colonel Howard Boulevard
12
Keep slight left to continue on Colonel Howard Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
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Colonel Howard Boulevard
13
Keep slight left to continue on Colonel Howard Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
Colonel Howard Boulevard
14
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
15
Merge slight left
15 mi
·
17 min
16
Keep slight right to continue on US 30 West
1.7 mi
·
2 min
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US 30 West
17
Keep slight right to continue on US 30 West: York
4.2 mi
·
5 min
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US 30 West: York
18
Take the exit slight right toward Centerville Road
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
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Centerville Road
19
Turn right onto Centerville Road
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
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Centerville Road
20
Turn left onto Marietta Avenue
1.8 mi
·
3 min
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Marietta Avenue
21
Turn left onto Summit Drive
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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Summit Drive
22
Continue on Summit Drive
0.4 mi
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56 sec
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Summit Drive
23
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
For this relatively short 1-hour-and-19-minute journey covering 57.2 miles, flexibility is key. You can easily complete this drive in a single day with minimal need for lengthy stops. Leaving mid-morning might allow you to avoid peak local traffic. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the estimated cost is $9, and plan your route using a GPS that highlights turns, given the 'Turn-heavy local drive' profile. Since there are no specified major highway stretches, be prepared to adjust your pace based on local speed limits and traffic conditions as you navigate through Pennsylvania.
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 28.6 miles from Willistown, PA, or about 39m into the drive.
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 57.2 miles or 1h 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 28.6 miles or 39m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hempfield, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Willistown, 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 Willistown, PA
This is one driving day of about 57.2 miles and 1h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Willistown, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28.6 mi from Willistown, PA · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 57.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.6 miles from Willistown, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hempfield, PA
The final approach into Hempfield, 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 Hempfield, 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
$9.48 one way
$18.97 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $10.39 | $20.77 |
| premium | $4.93 | $11.09 | $22.19 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.63 | $25.26 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 20 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.01 | $2.75 |
| Efficient EV | 14.3 | 0 | $5.01 | $2.29 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.9 | 0 | $8.01 | $3.66 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Hempfield, PA
Night in Hempfield on Tuesday
Local time
10:12 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°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
23 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
1h 19m 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 Willistown, PA to Hempfield, PA covers 57.2 miles and takes about 1h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Street Road, West Chester Pike, US 322 West. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 28.6 miles from Willistown, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.48 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.
The drive from Willistown, PA to Hempfield, PA is easy. At 1h 19m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Willistown, PA to Hempfield, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Willistown, PA to Hempfield, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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