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Fall Road Trips in Pennsylvania

Routes

30

Avg Distance

418 mi

Avg Drive

7h 49m

Destinations

30

Pennsylvania in the fall offers a vibrant display of changing leaves across its diverse landscapes. With 30 routes averaging 417 miles and close to 8 hours, you can explore everything from hilly terrain reaching over 1600 feet to gentler, rolling countrysides. This season provides ample daylight for scenic drives, making it ideal for experiencing the state's autumnal beauty.

Fuel snapshot for this state

Regular

$4.49/gal

Diesel: $5.35/gal

Typical trip cost

$72–$78

One-way, ~418 mi avg @ 25.4 MPG

CO₂ per trip

~146 kg

ICE vehicle, one-way average

Source: US Energy Information Administration • week of 2026-06-01

Climate through the year: Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania peaks at around 88°F in Jul and cools to 41°F / 26°F in Jan. Wettest month is Sep at ~4.4 in of rain. Table highlights Fall months.

Month High °F Low °F Rain in Snow in
Jan 41 26 3.1 7.1
Feb 44 28 2.8 8.4
Mar 53 34 4 3.6
Apr 65 44 3.5 0.3
May 74 54 3.3 —
Jun 83 64 4 —
Jul 88 70 4.4 —
Aug 86 68 4.3 —
Sep peak 79 61 4.4 —
Oct peak 67 49 3.5 —
Nov peak 56 39 2.9 0.2
Dec 46 31 4 3.5

Source: NOAA NCEI Monthly Climate Normals, 1991–2020 reference period. Sampled at the major-airport station for PA — microclimates along specific routes can vary significantly.

Planning Tips

Frequently Asked Questions

We've identified 30 routes in Pennsylvania that work well for fall travel, based on drive quality, typical weather conditions, and distance (averaging 418 miles).
Current regular gas averages $4.49/gallon in Pennsylvania (week of 2026-06-01). Diesel: $5.35/gallon. A typical one-way trip on these routes costs between $72 and $78. Source: US Energy Information Administration.
Across Sep, Oct, Nov, Pennsylvania typically sees daytime highs in the 56–79°F range with about 3.6 in of rain per month on average. Based on NOAA 1991–2020 monthly climate normals.
Drive times and distances come from OSRM routing over real OpenStreetMap road networks. Fuel costs use weekly US Energy Information Administration state-level gas prices. Drive scores factor in elevation profile, road variety, and terrain. EV charging data is sourced from NREL. Climate normals come from NOAA NCEI (1991–2020 reference period). Hazard data comes from FEMA and USGS public feeds.
Yes. Click any route to see its full trip page with turn-by-turn directions, fuel cost estimates, elevation profile, stop suggestions, weather conditions, and more.

Fall Routes

Editor's pick

Bristol, PA → Harborcreek, PA

435 mi 8h 4m Score: 9/10 ~$77 fuel

Through: Allentown → Mount Pocono

5 tricky spots High drive quality

This route boasts a high drive score of 9 and navigates hilly terrain with moderate elevation changes up to 1629 feet. With 435 miles of mixed highway and surface roads, it's a substantial exploration through the state's autumn colors.

Editor's pick

Bristol, PA → Lawrence Park, PA

431.8 mi 8h 2m Score: 9/10 ~$78 fuel

Through: Allentown → Mount Pocono

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Another high-scoring drive at 9, this 431.8-mile trip also features hilly sections with a maximum elevation of 1625 feet. The mix of highway and surface roads provides a varied driving experience over its 8-hour duration.

Editor's pick

Erie, PA → Manchester, VT

430.9 mi 8h 54m Score: 8/10 ~$78 fuel

Through: Montreal → Cohoes

5 tricky spots High drive quality

This route offers a drive score of 8, primarily on surface roads with gently rolling terrain reaching a maximum elevation of 902 feet. Covering 430.9 miles, it provides a different landscape perspective compared to the other top picks.

Erie, PA → Tullytown, PA

430.1 mi 7h 56m Score: 9/10 ~$76 fuel

Through: Patp → Allentown

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Erie, PA → Whitman, PA

425.5 mi 7h 55m Score: 9/10 ~$75 fuel

Through: Patp → Allentown

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Erie, PA → Folcroft, PA

425.4 mi 7h 56m Score: 9/10 ~$75 fuel

Through: Patp → Allentown

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Lawrence Park, PA → Philadelphia, PA

425.2 mi 7h 55m Score: 9/10 ~$77 fuel

Through: Patp → Allentown

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Erie, PA → Baldwin, PA

425.1 mi 7h 54m Score: 9/10 ~$77 fuel

Through: Patp → Allentown

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Erie, PA → Pennsport, PA

424.4 mi 7h 54m Score: 9/10 ~$77 fuel

Through: Patp → Allentown

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Erie, PA → Moore, PA

424.2 mi 7h 54m Score: 9/10 ~$77 fuel

Through: Patp → Allentown

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Erie, PA → Collingdale, PA

422.4 mi 7h 55m Score: 9/10 ~$77 fuel

Through: Patp → Allentown

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Erie, PA → Sharon Hill, PA

422 mi 7h 56m Score: 9/10 ~$75 fuel

Through: Patp → Allentown

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Erie, PA → Center City, PA

421.7 mi 7h 49m Score: 9/10 ~$76 fuel

Through: Patp → Allentown

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Erie, PA → Darby, PA

421.1 mi 7h 54m Score: 9/10 ~$76 fuel

Through: Patp → Allentown

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Erie, PA → Warminster, PA

416.7 mi 7h 41m Score: 9/10 ~$74 fuel

Through: Patp → Allentown

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Erie, PA → Lawrence Park, PA

415.7 mi 7h 41m Score: 9/10 ~$75 fuel

Through: Patp → Allentown

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Erie, PA → Broomall, PA

415.3 mi 7h 39m Score: 9/10 ~$75 fuel

Through: Patp → Allentown

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Whitman, PA → Albion, PA

414.2 mi 7h 44m Score: 9/10 ~$75 fuel

Through: Mount Pocono

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Erie, PA → Ardmore, PA

413.4 mi 7h 42m Score: 8/10 ~$73 fuel

Through: Patp → Allentown

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Erie, PA → Newtown, PA

412 mi 7h 51m Score: 8/10 ~$75 fuel

Through: Patp → Allentown → Quakertown

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Erie, PA → Village Shires, PA

411.9 mi 7h 56m Score: 8/10 ~$75 fuel

Through: Patp → Allentown → Quakertown

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Erie, PA → Bryn Mawr, PA

411.9 mi 7h 38m Score: 8/10 ~$73 fuel

Through: Patp → Allentown

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Erie, PA → Wyndmoor, PA

409.7 mi 7h 37m Score: 8/10 ~$72 fuel

Through: Patp → Allentown

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Erie, PA → Fort Washington, PA

409.6 mi 7h 31m Score: 8/10 ~$74 fuel

Through: Patp → Allentown

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Erie, PA → Flourtown, PA

407.8 mi 7h 33m Score: 8/10 ~$72 fuel

Through: Patp → Allentown

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Erie, PA → Norristown, PA

407.4 mi 7h 32m Score: 8/10 ~$74 fuel

Through: Patp → Allentown

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Erie, PA → Solebury, PA

406.6 mi 7h 45m Score: 8/10 ~$74 fuel

Through: Patp → Allentown → Quakertown

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Erie, PA → Conshohocken, PA

406.5 mi 7h 28m Score: 8/10 ~$72 fuel

Through: Patp → Allentown

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Erie, PA → Lafayette Hill, PA

405.6 mi 7h 28m Score: 8/10 ~$72 fuel

Through: Patp → Allentown

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Croydon, PA → Cambridge Springs, PA

405.2 mi 7h 32m Score: 9/10 ~$72 fuel

Through: Allentown → Mount Pocono

5 tricky spots High drive quality

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