Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
37m
Distance
18.8 mi
30 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Arnold, PA
Simeon Mirkov
Ardara, PA
Kai
Arnold, PA to Ardara, PA is 18.8 miles and takes about 37m via Mosside Boulevard, Brinton Avenue, and Logans Ferry Road, with a fuel budget near $3 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Northeast region of Pennsylvania, making it a convenient local excursion. Expect a drive that requires your attention, as it's characterized by frequent turns rather than long, straight stretches. Given its brief duration, this route is ideal for a spontaneous outing or as part of a larger regional exploration, offering a straightforward journey without extensive planning.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Mosside Boulevard | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| Brinton Avenue | 2.6 mi | 5m |
| Logans Ferry Road | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Center Road | 2.1 mi | 4m |
| Constitution Boulevard | 1.4 mi | 3m |
| Center New Texas Road | 1.4 mi | 3m |
| Saltsburg-Leechburg Road | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| New Texas Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Arnold, PA and Ardara, PA.
Start on Constitution Boulevard
At end of road, turn left onto 5th Street
Turn right onto Freeport Street
Continue on Orange Belt
Continue on Orange Belt
Turn right onto Orange Belt
Continue on Orange Belt
At end of road, turn left onto Orange Belt
Continue on Orange Belt
Turn slight right onto Orange Belt
Turn right onto Center New Texas Road
At end of road, turn right onto PA 380; Orange Belt
At end of road, turn left onto Orange Belt
Turn slight left onto Orange Belt
Continue on PA 48; Orange Belt
Turn left onto PA 130
Continue on PA 130
Continue on PA 130
Turn right onto PA 993
Turn left onto Haywood Road
Turn left onto Mary Street
Turn right onto Virginia Avenue
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.4 and 18.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
At end of road, turn left onto 5th Street
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn left onto Orange Belt / New Texas Road
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn right onto PA 380; Orange Belt / Saltsburg Road
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto Mary Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto Virginia Avenue
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$3.12 one way
$6.23 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $3.41 | $6.83 |
| premium | $4.93 | $3.65 | $7.29 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.15 | $8.30 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.6 | 0 | $1.97 | $0.90 |
| Efficient EV | 4.7 | 0 | $1.65 | $0.75 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.63 | $1.20 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Arnold on Sunday
Local time
3:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Late night in Ardara on Sunday
Local time
3:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
This route is a turn-heavy local drive, with 100% of the journey on local roads and no interstate highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 3.3 miles along Mosside Boulevard. As you navigate, you'll transition from Mosside Boulevard onto Brinton Avenue, and then onto Logans Ferry Road, each segment likely involving changes in speed and direction. Be prepared for a dynamic driving experience that keeps you engaged with the road and its surroundings.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.4 miles in near 5th Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 37m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.4 miles (5th Street): Navigation decision point; at 6.1 miles (Orange Belt / New Texas Road): Navigation decision point; at 8.6 miles (PA 380; Orange Belt / Saltsburg Road): Navigation decision point.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 37m. Total distance: 18.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (1%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
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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