Road Trips from Penn Hills, PA
Heading out of Penn Hills, you've got a few options depending on how much time you have and what you want from the drive. For a quick spin, there are two close-by towns with parks, both under an hour away on surface roads. If you're looking for a longer haul, you can get to destinations over 200 miles away that are primarily highway driving and offer access to national parks and historical sites. These longer trips are all rated with a high drive score, promising an engaging route.
Total Routes
22
Shortest
0.8h
With Parks Nearby
22
Under 2 hours
Weekend trip
21 total in this range
Plymouth, PA
5h 27m265 mi one way
Bloomsburg, PA
5h 6m253.8 mi one way
Emmaus, PA
5h 31m279.5 mi one way
This 5.5-hour drive to Emmaus, PA is a longer trip, primarily on highways. You'll experience gently rolling terrain and have access to several parks and monuments, including the Appalachian National Scenic Trail. It's a solid choice if you're prioritizing highway miles and historical points of interest.
Whitman, PA
5h 49m304.5 mi one way
For a longer highway drive of 5.8 hours and 304.5 miles, Whitman, PA offers a route with gently rolling terrain. This pick grants access to significant sites like Independence National Historical Park. It's one of your furthest options, ideal for a substantial road trip.
Reading, PA
4h 53m255.3 mi one way
This 4.9-hour drive to Reading, PA utilizes mostly highway with a drive score of 8. The terrain is gently rolling, and the route includes access to the Appalachian National Scenic Trail. It's a good balance between drive time and access to natural and historical areas.
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Plymouth, PA
5h 27m265 mi one way
Bloomsburg, PA
5h 6m253.8 mi one way
Emmaus, PA
5h 31m279.5 mi one way
Whitman, PA
5h 49m304.5 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
The gently rolling terrain and nearby parks make spring drives pleasant. Longer highway routes offer access to areas that start to open up.
Summer
Summer drives are well-suited for the highway routes with their park access. The mostly flat and gently rolling terrains are accessible.
Fall
The gently rolling terrain will be scenic during fall. Longer highway trips provide access to parks and historical sites.
Winter
Highway routes remain viable in winter. The gently rolling terrain is generally manageable, though park access might be limited.
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