Summer Road Trips in Pennsylvania
Routes
30
Avg Distance
418 mi
Avg Drive
7h 49m
Destinations
30
Pennsylvania in summer offers a diverse range of road trips, with 30 routes averaging 418 miles and nearly 8 hours. You'll encounter hilly terrain with moderate elevation changes, reaching up to 1629 feet on some drives. These summer routes are perfect for exploring the state's natural beauty, with many featuring park access.
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 Summer 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 peak | 83 | 64 | 4 | — |
| Jul peak | 88 | 70 | 4.4 | — |
| Aug peak | 86 | 68 | 4.3 | — |
| Sep | 79 | 61 | 4.4 | — |
| Oct | 67 | 49 | 3.5 | — |
| Nov | 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
- Carry extra water — summer heat in the car and at rest stops dehydrates faster than you think.
- Start drives early or late to avoid peak afternoon heat, especially through desert or plains stretches.
- Check your tire pressure before long summer drives — hot pavement increases blowout risk with underinflated tires.
Frequently Asked Questions
Summer Routes
Editor's pick
Bristol, PA → Harborcreek, PA
Through: Allentown → Mount Pocono
This 435-mile route boasts a high drive score of 9, navigating hilly terrain with moderate elevation changes up to 1629 feet. With park access, it's a great option for summer exploration.
Editor's pick
Bristol, PA → Lawrence Park, PA
Through: Allentown → Mount Pocono
Another top-tier drive with a score of 9, this 431.8-mile trip also features hilly terrain and moderate elevation changes, topping out at 1625 feet. Park access makes it ideal for summer adventures.
Editor's pick
Erie, PA → Manchester, VT
Through: Montreal → Cohoes
This 430.9-mile drive offers a different feel with gently rolling terrain and a lower maximum elevation of 902 feet. It primarily uses surface roads for a more relaxed summer experience.
Erie, PA → Tullytown, PA
Through: Patp → Allentown
Erie, PA → Whitman, PA
Through: Patp → Allentown
Erie, PA → Folcroft, PA
Through: Patp → Allentown
Lawrence Park, PA → Philadelphia, PA
Through: Patp → Allentown
Erie, PA → Baldwin, PA
Through: Patp → Allentown
Erie, PA → Pennsport, PA
Through: Patp → Allentown
Erie, PA → Moore, PA
Through: Patp → Allentown
Erie, PA → Collingdale, PA
Through: Patp → Allentown
Erie, PA → Sharon Hill, PA
Through: Patp → Allentown
Erie, PA → Center City, PA
Through: Patp → Allentown
Erie, PA → Darby, PA
Through: Patp → Allentown
Erie, PA → Warminster, PA
Through: Patp → Allentown
Erie, PA → Lawrence Park, PA
Through: Patp → Allentown
Erie, PA → Broomall, PA
Through: Patp → Allentown
Whitman, PA → Albion, PA
Through: Mount Pocono
Erie, PA → Ardmore, PA
Through: Patp → Allentown
Erie, PA → Newtown, PA
Through: Patp → Allentown → Quakertown
Erie, PA → Village Shires, PA
Through: Patp → Allentown → Quakertown
Erie, PA → Bryn Mawr, PA
Through: Patp → Allentown
Erie, PA → Wyndmoor, PA
Through: Patp → Allentown
Erie, PA → Fort Washington, PA
Through: Patp → Allentown
Erie, PA → Flourtown, PA
Through: Patp → Allentown
Erie, PA → Norristown, PA
Through: Patp → Allentown
Erie, PA → Solebury, PA
Through: Patp → Allentown → Quakertown
Erie, PA → Conshohocken, PA
Through: Patp → Allentown
Erie, PA → Lafayette Hill, PA
Through: Patp → Allentown
Croydon, PA → Cambridge Springs, PA
Through: Allentown → Mount Pocono