Origin
Abington, PA
Late night in Abington on Sunday
Local time
3:49 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Abington, PA to Caln, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h
Distance
43.5 mi
70 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 55m
★
6 AM
1h 0m
8 AM
1h 10m
10 AM
1h 4m
12 PM
1h 3m
3 PM
1h 4m
5 PM
1h 9m
8 PM
0h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Abington, PA
Michael Taccetta
Caln, PA
Haneul Trac
Trip Overview
Abington, PA to Caln, PA is 43.5 miles and takes about 1 hour via Pennsylvania Turnpike and Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward drive primarily within Pennsylvania, taking you from the Northeast region into another part of the same region. With a short duration and a clear highway focus, this trip is ideal for a quick transit or a day trip. You'll spend most of your time on major roadways, making it an efficient journey.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 27.1 mi | 29m |
| Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass | 4.9 mi | 6m |
| West Uwchlan Avenue | 3.3 mi | 6m |
| Susquehanna Road | 3.1 mi | 7m |
| North Caln Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| Pottstown Pike | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Old York Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Lincoln Highway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 27.1 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Abington, PA and Caln, PA.
1
Start on this road
19 ft
·
6 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto Keith Road
85 ft
·
5 sec
·
Keith Road
3
Turn left onto PA 611
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Old York Road
4
Turn right onto Susquehanna Road
3.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Susquehanna Road
5
Turn left onto Virginia Drive
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Virginia Drive
6
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Toward I 276 Toll West, PATP Toll West: Valley Forge
7
Merge onto I 276; PATP
27 mi
·
29 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 312
Toward PA 100: Downingtown, Pottstown, West Chester
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward PA 100 South: Downingtown
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto PA 100
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
Pottstown Pike
11
Turn right onto PA 113
3.3 mi
·
6 min
·
West Uwchlan Avenue
12
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward US 30 West, US 30 Business Alternate Truck West: Coatesville, Lancaster
13
Merge onto US 30; US 322 Alternate Truck; US 30 Business Alternate Truck
4.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass
14
Take the exit
388 ft
·
14 sec
Toward Reeceville Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Turn left onto Fisherville Road
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Fisherville Road
16
At end of road, turn left onto Reeceville Road
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Reeceville Road
17
Continue on North Caln Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
North Caln Road
18
Turn left onto US 30 BUS
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
Lincoln Highway
19
Turn left onto Seltzer Avenue
225 ft
·
9 sec
·
Seltzer Avenue
20
Arrive at destination
Seltzer Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.8 miles from Abington, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 155 decision points cluster between mile 3.8 and 41.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
3.8 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Take the ramp toward I 276 Toll West, PATP Toll West: Valley Forge
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 276 Toll West, PATP Toll West: Valley...
6
31.3 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Take the exit toward PA 100: Downingtown, Pottstown, West Chester
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 312
Toward PA 100: Downingtown, Pottstown, West Che...
7
32 mi into trip
|
~40m in
Keep slight left at fork toward PA 100 South: Downingtown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward PA 100 South: Downingtown
6
41.5 mi into trip
|
~55m in
Take the exit toward Reeceville Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Reeceville Road
6
41.7 mi into trip
|
~56m in
|
Reeceville Road
At end of road, turn left onto Reeceville Road
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.21 one way
$14.42 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $7.90 | $15.80 |
| premium | $4.93 | $8.44 | $16.87 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.60 | $19.21 |
Estimated Tolls: $3.53
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(27.1 mi)
$3.53
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Tolls
$4
Total
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13 | 0 | $4.57 | $2.09 |
| Efficient EV | 10.9 | 0 | $3.81 | $1.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.4 | 0 | $6.09 | $2.78 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Caln, PA
Late night in Caln on Sunday
Local time
3:49 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
6 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This is largely a highway-focused drive, with 62% of the route utilizing major roadways. You'll experience a significant uninterrupted stretch of 27.1 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, offering consistent speed and minimal interruptions. The Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass and West Uwchlan Avenue will guide you for the remainder of the journey, maintaining a generally efficient pace. Expect a driving experience characterized by smooth progress on well-maintained roads, making for a predictable and relatively fast trip.
62% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 27.1 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.8 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 43.5 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.8 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 31.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 32 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Abington, PA and Caln, PA, road signs point toward Patp Toll West: Valley Forge, Pottstown, Chester and Lancaster.
Patp Toll West: Valley Forge
3.8 mi in
|
~8m
Pottstown
31.3 mi in
|
~38m
Chester
31.3 mi in
|
~38m
Lancaster
36.4 mi in
|
~48m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h. Total distance: 43.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (62%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 27.1 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $3.53 in tolls one way, starting with Pennsylvania Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Caln, PA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.8 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 31.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 32 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Caln, PA before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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