Abington, PA to Warren, PA is 321.9 miles and takes about 6h 35m via Keystone Shortway, Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, and US 219, with a fuel budget near $53 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route takes you from the Northeast region of Pennsylvania to its own Northeast, traversing a mixed drive profile. You'll experience a blend of highway speeds and potentially more local road travel. With a recommended one-day drive, this trip is well-suited for a single push, though you can certainly plan for a leisurely pace given the manageable duration.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
161 miles from Abington, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 1m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Keystone Shortway
165.5 mi
3h
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
74.2 mi
1h 20m
US 219
12.3 mi
18m
Montmorenci Road
8.8 mi
13m
PA 948
8.6 mi
12m
State Park Road
7.5 mi
13m
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
7.4 mi
11m
Highland Road
5.4 mi
7m
Longest stretch:
Keystone Shortway
— 165.5 mi, about 3h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Abington, PA and Warren, PA.
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Start on this road
19 ft·6 sec·this road
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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
5.3 mi·5 min·Pennsylvania Turnpike
8
Take the exit
0.1 mi·19 sec
Toward I 476: Chester, AllentownUse the slight right lane.
Exit 95Toward PA 940, I 80: Hazleton, Mount Pocono
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Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·23 sec
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·40 sec
Toward I 80 West: Hazleton
14
Merge onto I 80
166 mi·3 hr·Keystone Shortway
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Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward PA 153: Clearfield, Penfield
16
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·32 sec
17
Turn straight onto PA 153
7.5 mi·13 min·State Park Road
18
Continue on PA 153
5.0 mi·8 min·Hoovertown Road
19
Continue on PA 153
3.7 mi·6 min·Penfield Road
20
At end of road, turn right onto US 219
12 mi·18 min·US 219
21
Turn right onto PA 948
1.0 mi·2 min·Montmorenci Avenue
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Continue on PA 948
8.8 mi·13 min·Montmorenci Road
23
Continue on PA 948
5.4 mi·7 min·Highland Road
24
At end of road, turn left onto PA 66
2.7 mi·3 min·Kane-Russell City Road
25
Take the exit onto PA 948
8.6 mi·12 min·PA 948
26
Continue on PA 666
2.3 mi·4 min·PA 666
27
At end of road, turn left onto US 6
1.2 mi·2 min·West Main Street
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Continue on US 6
4.5 mi·6 min·Grand Army of the Republic Highway
29
Continue on US 6
1.4 mi·2 min·South Main Street
30
Continue on US 6
2.9 mi·4 min·Grand Army of the Republic Highway
31
Continue on US 6
0.2 mi·35 sec·Main Street
32
Continue on US 6
1.8 mi·3 min·Crescent Park
Use the straight lane.
33
Continue on Crescent Park
0.4 mi·1 min·Crescent Park
Use the right lane.
34
Turn right onto Hickory Bridge
0.1 mi·19 sec·Hickory Bridge
Use the right lane.
35
Turn right onto US 6 Business
0.2 mi·40 sec·Pennsylvania Avenue West
Use the right lane.
36
Enter roundabout onto US 6 Business
253 ft·4 sec·US 6 Business
37
Arrive at destination
US 6 Business
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 6h 35m drive, consider an early morning departure from Abington to maximize daylight. While it's feasible as a single-day trip, you'll have about 321.9 miles to cover, so pacing is key. Plan for one stop to break up the journey, perhaps around the halfway point or where services are readily available. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially as you transition between the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and US 219, as highway stretches can sometimes mean fewer immediate refueling options. The longest stretch on the Keystone Shortway is over 165 miles, so ensure you're well-fueled before embarking on that segment.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 161 miles from Abington, PA, or about 3h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 165.5 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 71 miles or 1h 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 161 miles or 3h 1m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 3m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Warren, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Abington, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Abington, PA
This is one driving day of about 321.9 miles and 6h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 71 miles from Abington, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Keystone Shortway for about 165.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 23
5 decision points cluster between mile 3.8 and 321.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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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...
7
9.5 mi into trip|~15m in
Take the exit toward I 476: Chester, Allentown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 476: Chester, Allentown
6
84.2 mi into trip|~1h 36m in
Take the exit toward PA 940, I 80: Hazleton, Mount Pocono
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 95
Toward PA 940, I 80: Hazleton, Mount Pocono
6
321.5 mi into trip|~6h 34m in|Hickory Bridge
Turn right onto Hickory Bridge
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
321.7 mi into trip|~6h 34m in|US 6 Business / Pennsylvania Avenue West
Turn right onto US 6 Business / Pennsylvania Avenue West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$53.37 one way
$106.73 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg113 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$58.45
$116.90
premium
$4.93
$62.43
$124.86
diesel
$5.61
$71.07
$142.14
Estimated Tolls: $10.34
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(79.5 mi)$10.34
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$53
Tolls
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$89–$114
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 112.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
96.6
1
$33.80
$15.45
Efficient EV
80.5
0
$28.17
$12.88
EV Truck/SUV
128.8
1
$45.07
$20.60
Gas CO2
113 kg
EV CO2
38 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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.
Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026
Origin
Abington, PA
Late night
in Abington on Sunday
Local time
12:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Warren, PA
Late night
in Warren on Sunday
Local time
12:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
16 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
6h 35m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Valley Forge National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Valley Forge is the place where George Washington and the Continental Army took refuge during the winter of 1777-1778. Today the park protects 3,500 acres of meadows, woodlands, historic landscapes, a...
9 mi from route
~22 min detour
Free
near mile 11.1
Park Closure: Sun, Apr 19 - Park Entrance and Tour Roads Temporarily Closed for Rev Run
Park Closure: Admin Parking Lot Closed Fri 4/17 Until Sun 4/19 at Noon for Rev Run Setup
The park represents the founding ideals of the nation, and preserves national and international symbols of freedom and democracy, including Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell. The Declaration of I...
Visit the house where wounded Polish freedom fighter Thaddeus Kosciuszko lived and hear how this brilliant military engineer designed successful fortifications during the American Revolution. See the...
Famous as the First State to ratify the Constitution, Delaware was born out of a conflict among three world powers for dominance of the Delaware Valley. From this beginning, the region developed a dis...
25 mi from route
~64 min detour
Free
near mile 11.1
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip offers a mixed drive experience, with 32% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter stretches like the Keystone Shortway, which can be quite long, with your longest uninterrupted segment being 165.5 miles on this roadway alone. Expect the character of the drive to evolve; it's not a constant interstate cruise but rather a varied path that likely includes faster highway sections interspersed with stretches that feel more local. This means you'll need to adjust your driving style and awareness as the roads change.
32% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
37 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 165.5 mi on Keystone Shortway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. 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 Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 321.9 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.8 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 84.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Warren, PA, road signs point toward Mount Pocono and Penfield.
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 35m. Total distance: 321.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 35m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 165.5 miles on Keystone Shortway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $10.34 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.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 Warren, PA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.8 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 84.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Valley Forge National Historical Park, Independence National Historical Park and Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial (4 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.6 hours each way, a round trip means 13.2 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Warren, PA before the return drive.
