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Summer Road Trips in Pennsylvania

Routes

30

Avg Distance

425 mi

Avg Drive

7h 56m

Destinations

19

Pennsylvania in the summer offers a diverse range of driving experiences, with 30 routes averaging 425 miles and lasting about 8 hours. These trips feature hilly terrain and moderate elevation changes, with some reaching over 1600 feet. You'll find plenty of opportunities to stop at parks along the way. The state's summer drives are characterized by their solid drive scores, generally around 9, promising enjoyable excursions across varied landscapes.

Fuel snapshot for this state

Regular

$4.24/gal

Diesel: $5.60/gal

Typical trip cost

$70–$73

One-way, ~425 mi avg @ 25.4 MPG

CO₂ per trip

~149 kg

ICE vehicle, one-way average

Source: US Energy Information Administration • week of 2026-08-31

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

Frequently Asked Questions

We've identified 30 routes in Pennsylvania that work well for summer travel, based on drive quality, typical weather conditions, and distance (averaging 425 miles).
Current regular gas averages $4.24/gallon in Pennsylvania (week of 2026-08-31). Diesel: $5.60/gallon. A typical one-way trip on these routes costs between $70 and $73. Source: US Energy Information Administration.
Across Jun, Jul, Aug, Pennsylvania typically sees daytime highs in the 83–88°F range with about 4.2 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.

Summer Routes

Editor's pick

Bristol, PA → Harborcreek, PA

435 mi 8h 4m Score: 9/10 ~$73 fuel

Through: Allentown → Mount Pocono

5 tricky spots High drive quality

This drive stands out with a strong drive score of 9, traversing hilly terrain with significant elevation changes up to 1629 feet. With 435 miles of mixed highway and surface roads, it's a substantial summer exploration that includes access to parks.

Editor's pick

Bristol, PA → Lawrence Park, PA

431.8 mi 8h 2m Score: 9/10 ~$72 fuel

Through: Allentown → Mount Pocono

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Boasting a drive score of 9, this route covers 431.8 miles of mixed highway and surface roads. Similar to other top picks, it features hilly terrain and moderate elevation changes, topping out at 1625 feet, and provides access to various parks.

Editor's pick

Croydon, PA → Wesleyville, PA

431 mi 8h Score: 9/10 ~$72 fuel

Through: Allentown → Mount Pocono

5 tricky spots High drive quality

This 431-mile option also scores a 9 for its driving quality. It navigates hilly terrain with a maximum elevation of 1594 feet, offering a robust summer road trip experience with park access throughout its mixed highway and surface profile.

Erie, PA → Manchester, VT

430.9 mi 8h 54m Score: 8/10 ~$72 fuel

Through: Montreal → Cohoes

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Erie, PA → Tullytown, PA

430.1 mi 7h 56m Score: 9/10 ~$71 fuel

Through: Patp → Allentown

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Whitman, PA → Wesleyville, PA

429.2 mi 8h 2m Score: 9/10 ~$71 fuel

Through: Mount Pocono

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Fairless Hills, PA → Erie, PA

427.1 mi 7h 54m Score: 9/10 ~$71 fuel

Through: Allentown → Mount Pocono

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Woodbourne, PA → Erie, PA

426 mi 7h 52m Score: 9/10 ~$71 fuel

Through: Allentown → Mount Pocono

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Erie, PA → Whitman, PA

425.5 mi 7h 55m Score: 9/10 ~$71 fuel

Through: Patp → Allentown

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Erie, PA → Folcroft, PA

425.4 mi 7h 56m Score: 9/10 ~$71 fuel

Through: Patp → Allentown

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Lawrence Park, PA → Philadelphia, PA

425.2 mi 7h 55m Score: 9/10 ~$71 fuel

Through: Patp → Allentown

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Erie, PA → Baldwin, PA

425.1 mi 7h 54m Score: 9/10 ~$71 fuel

Through: Patp → Allentown

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Erie, PA → Eddington, PA

424.9 mi 7h 48m Score: 9/10 ~$71 fuel

Through: Patp → Allentown

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Erie, PA → Penndel, PA

424.8 mi 7h 49m Score: 9/10 ~$71 fuel

Through: Patp → Allentown

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Erie, PA → Pennsport, PA

424.4 mi 7h 54m Score: 9/10 ~$70 fuel

Through: Patp → Allentown

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Erie, PA → Moore, PA

424.2 mi 7h 54m Score: 9/10 ~$70 fuel

Through: Patp → Allentown

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Upper Darby, PA → Wesleyville, PA

424 mi 7h 58m Score: 9/10 ~$70 fuel

Through: Mount Pocono

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Langhorne Manor, PA → Erie, PA

423.6 mi 7h 47m Score: 9/10 ~$70 fuel

Through: Allentown → Mount Pocono

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Ridley Park, PA → Erie, PA

423.4 mi 7h 51m Score: 9/10 ~$70 fuel

Through: Mount Pocono

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Prospect Park, PA → Erie, PA

422.8 mi 7h 52m Score: 9/10 ~$70 fuel

Through: Mount Pocono

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Erie, PA → Collingdale, PA

422.4 mi 7h 55m Score: 9/10 ~$70 fuel

Through: Patp → Allentown

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Fairview, PA → Erie, PA

422.4 mi 7h 49m Score: 9/10 ~$70 fuel

Through: Mount Pocono

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Erie, PA → Sharon Hill, PA

422 mi 7h 56m Score: 9/10 ~$71 fuel

Through: Patp → Allentown

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Erie, PA → Center City, PA

421.7 mi 7h 49m Score: 9/10 ~$70 fuel

Through: Patp → Allentown

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Trevose, PA → Erie, PA

421.2 mi 7h 45m Score: 9/10 ~$70 fuel

Through: Mount Pocono

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Erie, PA → Darby, PA

421.1 mi 7h 54m Score: 9/10 ~$70 fuel

Through: Patp → Allentown

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Tacony, PA → Erie, PA

420.8 mi 7h 54m Score: 9/10 ~$70 fuel

Through: Mount Pocono

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Philadelphia, PA → Erie, PA

420.4 mi 7h 47m Score: 9/10 ~$70 fuel

Through: Mount Pocono

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Avonia, PA → Whitman, PA

419.9 mi 7h 54m Score: 9/10 ~$70 fuel

Through: Patp → Allentown

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Erie, PA → Millbourne, PA

419.6 mi 7h 49m Score: 9/10 ~$70 fuel

Through: Patp → Allentown

5 tricky spots High drive quality

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