Road Trips from Whitman, PA
Whitman, PA, is a solid starting point for day trips and longer excursions. You've got several options within a couple of hours, mostly on highways, that keep you in gently rolling terrain and near several national historical parks. If you're looking for a longer haul, there are a few destinations over 300 miles away that offer more challenging, hilly terrain and a higher drive score for a more involved weekend. This city offers a good mix for a quick escape or a more substantial road trip.
Total Routes
69
Shortest
2h
With Parks Nearby
69
Full-day getaway
6 total in this range
Lamar, PA
3h 54m203 mi one way
Cranberry, PA
2h 10m102.2 mi one way
This 2.2-hour trip to Cranberry, PA, is a straightforward option, covering 102.2 miles primarily on the highway. It features gently rolling terrain and offers access to nearby parks like Independence National Historical Park. This is a good choice if you want a shorter drive with park access, similar to East Bangor but a bit further out.
Hemlock Farms, PA
3h 15m147.1 mi one way
Heading to Hemlock Farms, PA, takes about 3.3 hours over 147.1 miles, mostly on the highway. Like other nearby options, it has gently rolling terrain and proximity to Independence National Historical Park. It's a longer highway drive than Cranberry or Saw Creek, offering a bit more distance for your trip.
Saw Creek, PA
2h 47m114.8 mi one way
This 2.8-hour drive to Saw Creek, PA, spans 114.8 miles, primarily on the highway. The terrain is gently rolling, and you'll find yourself near the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, in addition to other historical parks. It's a mid-range option in terms of distance compared to Cranberry or Hemlock Farms.
East Bangor, PA
2h 6m89.4 mi one way
For a quick getaway, East Bangor, PA, is only 2.1 hours and 89.4 miles away, mostly on the highway. This route has gently rolling terrain and offers access to several national historical parks. It's the shortest drive among the options that maintain mostly highway travel and park proximity.
Weekend trip
63 total in this range
Milesburg, PA
4h 12m219.5 mi one way
Milesburg, PA, offers a different experience with 4.2 hours and 219.5 miles, featuring mixed highway and surface roads with hilly terrain and moderate elevation changes. It boasts a high drive score of 10, making it a more engaging route than the shorter, mostly highway trips. You still have access to nearby historical parks.
Woodland Heights, PA
6h 30m336.5 mi one way
This is a longer adventure to Woodland Heights, PA, at 6.5 hours and 336.5 miles, utilizing mixed highway and surface roads. The terrain is hilly with moderate elevation changes, and it has a high drive score of 10. This trip offers a significant change in scenery and driving experience compared to the closer, flatter routes.
Ridgway, PA
5h 45m292.5 mi one way
Columbus, PA
7h 31m361.2 mi one way
Columbus, PA, is a substantial 7.5-hour drive covering 361.2 miles. This route uses a mix of highway and surface roads, navigating hilly terrain with moderate elevation changes. With a drive score of 9, it provides a robust driving experience for those seeking a longer journey.
South Union, PA
4h 29m218.2 mi one way
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Milesburg, PA
4h 12m219.5 mi one way
Lamar, PA
3h 54m203 mi one way
Woodland Heights, PA
6h 30m336.5 mi one way
Ridgway, PA
5h 45m292.5 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Spring offers the possibility of visiting numerous historical parks with their gently rolling terrain. The drive is generally pleasant with moderate elevation changes.
Summer
Summer driving is ideal for the longer routes with hilly terrain and higher drive scores. Park access remains a constant throughout the warmer months.
Fall
Fall foliage could enhance the experience of drives through hilly terrain with moderate elevation changes. Park visits are still viable.
Winter
Winter travel might be best suited for the mostly highway routes with gently rolling terrain, as the hilly areas could present more challenging conditions.
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