Origin
Altoona, PA
Morning in Altoona on Sunday
Local time
9:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Altoona, PA to Greenville, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 14m
Distance
91.1 mi
147 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 5m
★
6 AM
2h 14m
8 AM
2h 33m
10 AM
2h 21m
12 PM
2h 19m
3 PM
2h 22m
5 PM
2h 32m
8 PM
2h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Greenville, PA
Jack Pace
Trip Overview
Altoona to Greenville is 91.1 miles and takes about 2h 14m via Ben Franklin Highway and US 22, with a fuel budget near $15 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This one-day drive stays within Pennsylvania, moving from the Northeast region to another part of the Northeast. Expect a fairly local feel for much of this trip, with a good portion of your travel time spent on roads that aren't high-speed interstates. Given the relatively short distance and duration, this route is best suited for those looking for a straightforward journey with a few turns.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
45.6 miles from Altoona, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 4m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ben Franklin Highway | 44.6 mi | 59m |
| US 22 | 16.6 mi | 19m |
| East Brady Road | 10.4 mi | 18m |
| Benjamin Franklin Highway | 6 mi | 8m |
| 6th Avenue | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| Butler Road | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| 7th Avenue | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Kittanning Hollow Road | 1.5 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
Ben Franklin Highway
— 44.6 mi, about 59m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Altoona, PA and Greenville, PA.
1
Start on 7th Street
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
7th Street
2
Turn left onto Lexington Avenue
257 ft
·
16 sec
·
Lexington Avenue
Use the left lane.
3
Turn left onto 8th Street
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
8th Street
4
Turn right onto PA 764
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
7th Avenue
5
Continue on PA 764
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
6th Avenue
Use the straight lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
Toward US 22 West: Ebensburg
7
Continue on US 22
0.3 mi
·
21 sec
·
US 22
8
Keep slight right at fork onto US 22
16 mi
·
19 min
·
US 22
Toward US 22 West: Ebensburg
Use the slight right lane.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Toward Ebensburg, Loretto
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork
450 ft
·
12 sec
Toward Ebensburg, Loretto
Use the straight lane.
11
Merge onto Rowena Drive
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Rowena Drive
Toward Ebensburg
12
Continue on East High Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East High Street
13
Take the exit
183 ft
·
8 sec
14
Continue on Ben Franklin Highway
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Ben Franklin Highway
15
Merge onto US 422
6.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Benjamin Franklin Highway
16
Continue on US 422
43 mi
·
56 min
·
Ben Franklin Highway
Use the straight lane.
17
Continue on US 422 Business
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Indiana Road
18
Turn straight onto US 422 Business
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Water Street
19
Turn left onto US 422 Business
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Kittanning Citizens Bridge
20
Continue on US 422 Business
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Butler Road
21
Continue on PA 268
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Butler Road
22
Continue on PA 268
10 mi
·
18 min
·
East Brady Road
23
Turn slight right onto State Route 4009
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
·
State Route 4009
24
Continue on Kittanning Hollow Road
1.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Kittanning Hollow Road
25
Turn sharp left onto T650
63 ft
·
2 sec
·
Holder Hill Road
26
Arrive at destination
T650
Trip Plan
With a drive of just over two hours, you have a lot of flexibility in when you start your day. Leaving Altoona in the morning allows you to arrive in Greenville with plenty of daylight left. Since this is a relatively short trip with no designated stops, you can easily pull over if you need a break or want to stretch your legs. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the $15 budget suggests you won't be on major interstates for long stretches; plan to refuel before you leave Altoona or as soon as you see a station in Greenville if needed.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 45.6 miles from Altoona, PA, or about 1h 4m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 44.6 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 20 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.6 miles or 1h 4m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 42m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Greenville, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Altoona, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Altoona, PA
This is one driving day of about 91.1 miles and 2h 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Altoona, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Ben Franklin Highway for about 44.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
46 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 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 45.6 miles from Altoona, 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 125 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 91.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Lexington Avenue
Turn left onto Lexington Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
6.5 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
US 22
Keep slight right at fork onto US 22 toward US 22 West: Ebensburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 22 West: Ebensburg
7
22.7 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Take the exit toward Ebensburg, Loretto
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 Ebensburg, Loretto
8
23.1 mi into trip
|
~31m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Ebensburg, Loretto
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward Ebensburg, Loretto
5
91.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 14m in
|
T650 / Holder Hill Road
Turn sharp left onto T650 / Holder Hill Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.10 one way
$30.21 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $16.54 | $33.08 |
| premium | $4.93 | $17.67 | $35.34 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.11 | $40.23 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.3 | 0 | $9.57 | $4.37 |
| Efficient EV | 22.8 | 0 | $7.97 | $3.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36.4 | 0 | $12.75 | $5.83 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% 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
Greenville, PA
Morning in Greenville on Sunday
Local time
9:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°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
15 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
2h 14m 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 drive is characterized by its turn-heavy local feel, with only 18% of the journey on highways. You'll spend a significant amount of time navigating roads like the Ben Franklin Highway and East Brady Road, which offer a more connected-to-the-landscape experience. The longest stretch without a major turn or change in road type is 44.6 miles on the Ben Franklin Highway. Be prepared for a driving experience that requires your attention, as you'll be making frequent adjustments to your course.
Only 18% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 44.6 mi on Ben Franklin Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Lexington Avenue.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 91.1 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 0.2 miles (Lexington Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.5 miles (US 22): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 22.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Altoona, PA and Greenville, PA, road signs point toward Ebensburg and Loretto.
Ebensburg
22.7 mi in
|
~30m
Loretto
22.7 mi in
|
~30m
About the Cities
Starting in Altoona, PA
Full guide →Altoona is a city in central Pennsylvania. Altoona was founded as a railroad town by the Pennsylvania Railroad as the site of their Altoona Works shops, and its history as a railroad town still shows in the town today despite the decline of the railroad and its eventual absorption into Penn Central, Conrail, and now Norfolk Southern.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 14m. Total distance: 91.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 44.6 miles on Ben Franklin Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Greenville, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Lexington Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.5 miles (US 22): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 22.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Greenville, 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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