Origin
Altoona, PA
Morning in Altoona on Tuesday
Local time
11:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Altoona, PA to Mifflinburg, PA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h
Distance
88.6 mi
143 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 52m
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6 AM
2h 1m
8 AM
2h 18m
10 AM
2h 7m
12 PM
2h 5m
3 PM
2h 8m
5 PM
2h 17m
8 PM
1h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mifflinburg, PA
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Trip Overview
Altoona to Mifflinburg is 88.6 miles and takes about 2 hours via I 99 and Penns Valley Road, with a fuel budget near $15 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive primarily stays within Pennsylvania, moving from the Northeast region to another part of the Northeast. It's a fairly short trip, making it a good option for a single-day excursion. You'll experience a mix of driving styles, so it's not just a straight shot on the interstate. Consider this route if you're looking for a manageable drive with a reasonable fuel cost.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
44.3 miles from Altoona, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 53m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 99 | 34.5 mi | 37m |
| Penns Valley Road | 15.3 mi | 22m |
| Old Turnpike Road | 10.8 mi | 16m |
| Earlystown Road | 6.9 mi | 10m |
| Mount Nittany Expressway | 5.4 mi | 7m |
| Penns Valley Pike | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| East Pleasant Valley Boulevard | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| West Main Street | 1.6 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 99
— 34.5 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Altoona, PA and Mifflinburg, 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
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
8th Street
4
Turn left onto PA 764
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
6th Avenue
5
Turn right onto Greenwood Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Greenwood Road
6
Turn left onto PA 764
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
East Walton Avenue
7
Turn left onto US 220 Business; PA 764
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
East Pleasant Valley Boulevard
8
Turn right onto PA 764
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Sabbath Rest Road
9
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 99 North, US 220 North: Tyrone
10
Merge onto I 99; US 220
31 mi
·
32 min
·
I 99; US 220
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 99; US 220; US 322
4.0 mi
·
4 min
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I 99; US 220; US 322
Use the straight lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto US 322
5.4 mi
·
7 min
·
Mount Nittany Expressway
Exit 73
Toward US 322 East: Penn State University, State College
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward PA 45 East: Old Fort
14
Keep slight left at fork
336 ft
·
10 sec
15
Turn left onto PA 45
6.9 mi
·
10 min
·
Earlystown Road
Use the straight lane.
16
Continue on PA 45
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Penns Valley Pike
17
Continue on PA 45
7.7 mi
·
11 min
·
Penns Valley Road
18
Continue on PA 45
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
West Main Street
19
Continue on PA 45
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
West Aaron Square
20
Continue on PA 45
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Penns Valley Road
21
Continue on PA 45
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Mountain Avenue
22
Continue on PA 45
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Penns Valley Road
23
Continue on PA 45
6.3 mi
·
9 min
·
Old Turnpike Road
24
Continue on PA 45
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
25
Continue on PA 45
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Old Turnpike Road
26
Continue on PA 45
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Chestnut Street
27
Arrive at destination
PA 45
Trip Plan
With a 2-hour estimated drive time, this trip is easily completed in a single day. You could leave Altoona in the morning and arrive in Mifflinburg well before lunch. Given the short distance, you don't need to plan for extensive stops, but keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 34.5-mile stretch on I 99. While the total fuel cost is estimated at $15, it's always wise to top off before departing or at a convenient point along I 99. Since this is a short drive, you have the flexibility to depart at your leisure, perhaps mid-morning to avoid rush hour in Altoona.
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 44.3 miles from Altoona, PA, or about 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.5 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 19 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.3 miles or 53m 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 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Mifflinburg, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Altoona, 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 Altoona, PA
This is one driving day of about 88.6 miles and 2h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Altoona, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 99 for about 34.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
44 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 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 44.3 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 145 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 41.2 — 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
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Lexington Avenue
Turn left onto Lexington Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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8th Street
Turn left onto 8th Street
Navigation decision point
6
6.4 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the ramp toward I 99 North, US 220 North: Tyrone
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 99 North, US 220 North: Tyrone
6
37.3 mi into trip
|
~44m in
|
I 99; US 220; US 322
Keep slight left at fork onto I 99; US 220; US 322
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
41.2 mi into trip
|
~48m in
|
US 322 / Mount Nittany Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 322 / Mount Nittany Expressway toward US 322 East: Penn State University, State College
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 73
Toward US 322 East: Penn State University, Stat...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.69 one way
$29.38 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
31 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $16.09 | $32.18 |
| premium | $4.93 | $17.18 | $34.37 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.56 | $39.12 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.75
Old Turnpike Road
(10.8 mi)
$0.75
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
$15
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.6 | 0 | $9.30 | $4.25 |
| Efficient EV | 22.2 | 0 | $7.75 | $3.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 35.4 | 0 | $12.40 | $5.67 |
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (68% 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
Mifflinburg, PA
Morning in Mifflinburg on Tuesday
Local time
11:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 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 route offers a mixed drive experience, with 57% of it being on highways like I 99. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 34.5 miles on I 99, providing a period of consistent, faster travel. As you transition from the interstate, the road will likely change character, incorporating sections of Penns Valley Road and Old Turnpike Road. Expect the drive to become more varied, potentially including more winding sections or slower speeds as you approach Mifflinburg. It's not a monotonous journey, but rather one that keeps you engaged with different road conditions.
57% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 34.5 mi on I 99.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
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 0.2 miles in near Lexington Avenue.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 88.6 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 0.2 miles (8th Street): Navigation decision point; at 6.4 miles: 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.
On the drive from Altoona, PA to Mifflinburg, PA, road signs begin pointing toward State College along the way.
State College
41.2 mi in
|
~48m
|
via US 322
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.
Arriving in Mifflinburg, PA
Full guide →Founded 1792
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. Total distance: 88.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (57%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 34.5 miles on I 99. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.75 in tolls one way, starting with Old Turnpike Road. 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 Mifflinburg, 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 0.2 miles (8th Street): Navigation decision point; at 6.4 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Mifflinburg, 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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