Origin
Altoona, PA
Evening in Altoona on Sunday
Local time
5:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Altoona, PA to Penn, 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 55m
Distance
81 mi
130 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 47m
★
6 AM
1h 55m
8 AM
2h 12m
10 AM
2h 1m
12 PM
2h 0m
3 PM
2h 2m
5 PM
2h 11m
8 PM
1h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Penn, PA
George Becker
Trip Overview
Altoona, PA to Penn, PA is 81 miles and takes about 1 hour 55 minutes via William Penn Highway, with a fuel budget near $13 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Northeast region and entirely within Pennsylvania, offering a straightforward connection between two points. Given its relatively short duration and modest fuel cost, this trip is well-suited for a single-day excursion. It's a practical choice if you're looking for an efficient way to travel between these specific locations without a major time commitment.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
40.5 miles from Altoona, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 55m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| William Penn Highway | 34.2 mi | 47m |
| US 22 | 30.5 mi | 39m |
| Amos K. Hutchinson Bypass | 4.2 mi | 4m |
| 6th Avenue | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| 7th Avenue | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| PA 130 | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| State Route 66 | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Clay Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
William Penn Highway
— 34.2 mi, about 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Altoona, PA and Penn, 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
30 mi
·
39 min
·
US 22
Toward US 22 West: Ebensburg
Use the slight right lane.
9
Continue on US 22
34 mi
·
47 min
·
William Penn Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward PA 66: Greensburg, Delmont
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork
417 ft
·
16 sec
Toward PA 66 South: Greensburg
Use the slight left lane.
12
Merge onto PA 66
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
State Route 66
Toward PA 66 South: Greensburg
Use the left lane.
13
Continue on PA Tpke 66
4.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Amos K. Hutchinson Bypass
14
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 8
Toward PA 130: Greensburg, Jeannette
15
Turn right onto PA 130
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
PA 130
16
Turn left onto North 3rd Street
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
·
North 3rd Street
17
At end of road, turn left onto Gaskill Avenue
237 ft
·
4 sec
·
Gaskill Avenue
18
Turn slight right onto South 2nd Street
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
South 2nd Street
19
Turn right onto Clay Avenue
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
Clay Avenue
20
At end of road, turn right onto South 9th Street
236 ft
·
4 sec
·
South 9th Street
21
Continue on Clay Avenue
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Clay Avenue
22
Continue on 12th Street
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
12th Street
23
Turn right onto Penn Avenue
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
Penn Avenue
24
Turn right onto 11th Street
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
11th Street
25
Turn left onto Locust Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Locust Street
26
Turn left onto Harrison Avenue
326 ft
·
19 sec
·
Harrison Avenue
27
At end of road, turn left onto North Railroad Street
179 ft
·
7 sec
·
North Railroad Street
28
Arrive at destination
North Railroad Street
Trip Plan
For this 81-mile trip, leaving Altoona, PA, anytime during daylight hours should allow you to reach Penn, PA, comfortably within the estimated 1 hour and 55 minutes, well within a single day. With a fuel cost estimated at $13, you likely won't need to worry about frequent refueling stops, but it's always wise to start with a full tank. Pay attention to signage for US 22 and the William Penn Highway as you navigate the transitions between these main roads. Since this is a relatively short drive, you have the flexibility to depart when it's most convenient for you.
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 40.5 miles from Altoona, PA, or about 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.2 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 18 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.5 miles or 55m 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 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Penn, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Altoona, PA
This is one driving day of about 81 miles and 1h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Altoona, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on William Penn Highway for about 34.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
41 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 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 40.5 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 195 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 71.2 — 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
|
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
70.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 37m in
Take the exit toward PA 66: Greensburg, Delmont
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 PA 66: Greensburg, Delmont
8
71.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 38m in
Keep slight left at fork toward PA 66 South: Greensburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward PA 66 South: Greensburg
7
71.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 38m in
|
PA 66 / State Route 66
Merge onto PA 66 / State Route 66 toward PA 66 South: Greensburg
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward PA 66 South: Greensburg
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.43 one way
$26.86 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $14.71 | $29.42 |
| premium | $4.93 | $15.71 | $31.42 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.88 | $35.77 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.29
Amos K. Hutchinson Bypass
(4.2 mi)
$0.29
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
$13
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.3 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 | 24.3 | 0 | $8.50 | $3.89 |
| Efficient EV | 20.3 | 0 | $7.09 | $3.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 32.4 | 0 | $11.34 | $5.18 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 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
Penn, PA
Evening in Penn on Sunday
Local time
5:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
83°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 16 mph
24% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 4:45AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 4:42AM EDT by NWS State College PA
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
29 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
1h 55m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This route presents a mixed driving experience, with 41% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter stretches on the William Penn Highway, including a continuous segment of 34.2 miles, which forms the longest uninterrupted part of your drive. The inclusion of US 22 and the Amos K. Hutchinson Bypass suggests a blend of faster-paced highway travel and potentially more local road conditions as you progress. Expect the character of the drive to shift, moving from more open highway segments to areas that might feel more integrated with local traffic.
41% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 34.2 mi on William Penn Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
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
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 81 miles you will encounter 19 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 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 70.9 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 Penn, PA, road signs point toward Delmont and Jeannette.
Delmont
70.9 mi in
|
~1h 37m
Jeannette
76.2 mi in
|
~1h 44m
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 1h 55m. Total distance: 81 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (41%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 34.2 miles on William Penn Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.29 in tolls one way, starting with Amos K. Hutchinson Bypass. 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 Penn, 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 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 70.9 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 Penn, 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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