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Trip from Barrett, PA to Haverford, PA

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 35m

Distance

219.7 mi

353 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$36

one way

EV Charging

Sparse

1 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
4h 22m ★
6 AM
4h 36m
8 AM
5h 2m
10 AM
4h 45m
12 PM
4h 42m
3 PM
4h 46m
5 PM
5h 1m
8 PM
4h 28m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Barrett, PA, PA

Barrett, PA

Jörn Rockstroh

Trip Overview

Barrett, PA to Haverford, PA is 219.7 miles and takes about 4h 35m via Pennsylvania Turnpike, General Potter Highway, and 28th Division Highway, with a fuel budget near $36 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Northeast region, primarily within Pennsylvania, making it a straightforward journey. The drive offers a mixed experience, balancing highway travel with other road types. With only one recommended stop and a duration under five hours, it’s an accessible option for a single-day trip, whether you’re heading out for business or leisure.

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

109.8 miles from Barrett, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 21m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike 78.4 mi 1h 24m
General Potter Highway 75.6 mi 1h 35m
28th Division Highway 8.6 mi 9m
Philipsburg Bigler Highway 7.1 mi 8m
Mount Nittany Expressway 6.2 mi 8m
Port Matilda Highway 5.9 mi 8m
US 322 5.3 mi 7m
West Montgomery Avenue 4.3 mi 9m
Longest stretch: Pennsylvania Turnpike — 78.4 mi, about 1h 24m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Barrett, PA and Haverford, PA.

1

Start on Indian Mill Lane

0.1 mi · 27 sec · Indian Mill Lane
2

Turn slight left onto US 322

2.7 mi · 4 min · Clearfield Woodland Highway
3

Continue on US 322

2.8 mi · 3 min · Woodland Bigler Highway
4

Continue on US 322

7.1 mi · 8 min · Philipsburg Bigler Highway
5

Continue on US 322

0.3 mi · 23 sec · North Front Street
6

Continue on US 322; PA 53

0.1 mi · 15 sec · North Centre Street
7

Turn left onto US 322

1.1 mi · 2 min · Railroad Street
8

Continue on US 322

5.9 mi · 8 min · Port Matilda Highway
9

Turn slight right onto US 322

2.2 mi · 3 min · Upper Flat Rock Road
10

Continue on US 322

1.8 mi · 2 min · Flat Rock Road
11

Continue on US 322

8.6 mi · 9 min · 28th Division Highway
Toward US 322 East: State College
12

Keep slight left at fork onto I 99; US 220; US 322

4.0 mi · 4 min · I 99; US 220; US 322
Use the straight lane.
13

Keep slight right at fork onto US 322

6.2 mi · 8 min · Mount Nittany Expressway
Exit 73 Toward US 322 East: Penn State University, State College
14

Continue on US 322; PA 144 Truck

2.6 mi · 4 min · Boal Avenue
Use the straight lane.
15

Continue on US 322; PA 144 Truck

76 mi · 1 hr 35 min · General Potter Highway
16

Take the exit onto US 322

0.2 mi · 20 sec · US 322
Toward I 81 North, US 322 East, I 81 South: Hershey, Hazleton, Carlisle Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17

Keep slight left at fork onto US 322

0.9 mi · 1 min · US 322
Toward I 81 North, US 322 East: Hershey, Hazleton
18

Merge onto I 81; US 322

1.8 mi · 2 min · American Legion Memorial Highway
19

Keep slight right at fork onto US 322

4.3 mi · 5 min · US 322
Exit 70 Toward I 83 South, US 322 East: Hershey, York Use the slight right lane.
20

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 22 sec
Exit 46A Toward I 283 South: Harrisburg International Airport Use the slight left lane.
21

Continue on I 283

2.8 mi · 4 min · I 283
22

Keep slight left at fork

0.7 mi · 1 min
Toward I 76 East: Philadelphia
23

Merge onto I 76; PATP

78 mi · 1 hr 24 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24

Take the exit onto I 76

3.9 mi · 6 min · I 76
Exit 326 Toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia Use the slight right lane.
25

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 41 sec
Exit 330 Toward PA 320: Gulph Mills Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26

Keep slight right at fork

340 ft · 9 sec
Toward PA 320 South: Villanova Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27

Turn straight onto PA 320

0.6 mi · 1 min · South Gulph Road
28

Continue on PA 320

4.3 mi · 9 min · West Montgomery Avenue
29

Turn left onto Woodside Road

525 ft · 23 sec · Woodside Road
30

Turn left onto Winsor Lane

343 ft · 18 sec · Winsor Lane
31

Turn left

10 ft · 0 sec
32

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Given the 4h 35m estimated duration, leaving in the morning is ideal to ensure you have ample daylight for the entire 219.7-mile journey. You're looking at a fuel cost around $36, so plan accordingly. While the route suggests only one stop, consider a brief break during the 78.4-mile stretch on the Pennsylvania Turnpike to stretch your legs. Since this is a single-day drive, you have flexibility; however, be mindful of the Pennsylvania Turnpike's tolls, which are not included in the fuel cost estimate.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 109.8 miles from Barrett, PA, or about 2h 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 78.4 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 48 miles or 1h 3m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 109.8 miles or 2h 21m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 44m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Haverford, PA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Barrett, 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 Barrett, PA

This is one driving day of about 219.7 miles and 4h 35m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 48 miles from Barrett, 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 Pennsylvania Turnpike for about 78.4 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

borough in Pennsylvania, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Lewistown, PA

110 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

Bellefonte, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 48 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Harrisburg, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 109.8 miles from Barrett, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Pennsylvania Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 78.4 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Farm Table Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Clearfield, Pennsylvania

Near the start, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+18142054405

Visit website

Farm Table Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Clearfield, Pennsylvania

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+18142054405

Visit website

Artesano Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 219.7

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+12673318457

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour

Clearfield, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Valley Forge Service Plaza

0 mi from route

Rest Area

0 mi from route

Bomansville Service Plaza

0 mi from route

Peter J. Camiel Service Plaza

0.1 mi from route

Lawn Service Plaza

0.1 mi from route

Service Plaza

0.3 mi from route

Service Plaza

0.6 mi from route

King of Prussia Service Plaza

0.8 mi from route

Love's Travel Stop

1.1 mi from route

Onvo Travel Plaza

1.8 mi from route

Wharton Esherick Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 204

Malvern, Pennsylvania

+16106445822

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 16

5 decision points cluster between mile 36.7 and 210.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

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36.7 mi into trip | ~47m 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...
7
121.1 mi into trip | ~2h 35m in | US 322

Take the exit onto US 322 toward I 81 North, US 322 East, I 81 South: Hershey, Hazleton, Carlisle

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 81 North, US 322 East, I 81 South: Her...
9
124 mi into trip | ~2h 39m in | US 322

Keep slight right at fork onto US 322 toward I 83 South, US 322 East: Hershey, York

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 70 Toward I 83 South, US 322 East: Hershey, York
8
128.2 mi into trip | ~2h 45m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 283 South: Harrisburg International Airport

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Exit 46A Toward I 283 South: Harrisburg International Ai...
8
210.4 mi into trip | ~4h 16m in | I 76

Take the exit onto I 76 toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 326 Toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$36.42 one way

$72.85 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 77 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $39.89 $79.78
premium $4.93 $42.61 $85.22
diesel $5.61 $48.51 $97.01

Estimated Tolls: $10.20

Pennsylvania Turnpike (78.4 mi) $10.20

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

$36

Tolls

$10

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$72–$97

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 76.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 65.9 0 $23.07 $10.55
Efficient EV 54.9 0 $19.22 $8.79
EV Truck/SUV 87.9 1 $30.76 $14.06

Gas CO2

77 kg

EV CO2

26 kg (66% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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 15, 2026

Origin

Barrett, PA

Evening in Barrett on Sunday

Local time

7:33 PM

EDT

Current temp

45°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Haverford, PA

Evening in Haverford on Sunday

Local time

7:33 PM

EDT

Current temp

69°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

64°F

Lewistown, PA

110 mi in

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

24 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

4h 35m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

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

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...

4 mi from route ~9 min detour Free near mile 212.1
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
View on nps.gov
Independence National Historical Park

Independence National Historical Park

National Historical Park

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...

9 mi from route ~22 min detour $1 near mile 219.7
View on nps.gov
Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial

Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial

National Memorial

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...

9 mi from route ~23 min detour Free near mile 219.7
View on nps.gov
Appalachian National Scenic Trail

Appalachian National Scenic Trail

National Scenic Trail

The Appalachian Trail is a 2,190+ mile long public footpath that traverses the scenic, wooded, pastoral, wild, and culturally resonant lands of the Appalachian Mountains. Conceived in 1921, built by p...

13 mi from route ~32 min detour Free near mile 151.5
View on nps.gov
Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument

Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument

National Monument

More than 7,800 children from 140 Tribes went to the Carlisle School from 1879 to 1918. The National Park Service will collaborate with families, affiliated Tribal Nations, the US Army, historians, an...

15 mi from route ~38 min detour Free near mile 113.6
View on nps.gov
First State National Historical Park

First State National Historical Park

National Historical Park

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...

17 mi from route ~42 min detour Free near mile 196.9
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

This route features a 46% highway share, meaning you’ll experience a blend of faster travel and more local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you’ll encounter is 78.4 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, offering a good opportunity to cover ground efficiently. As you progress, the drive transitions between these highway segments and other roadways, providing a varied driving experience. Expect a mixed drive profile that keeps things interesting without being overly demanding.

46% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
32 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 78.4 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike.

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 36.7 miles in near US 322 / Mount Nittany Expressway.

Driving Effort 9/10

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 16 significant decision points across 219.7 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 36.7 miles (US 322 / Mount Nittany Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 121.1 miles (US 322): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 124 miles (US 322): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.

Between Barrett, PA and Haverford, PA, road signs point toward State College, Hazleton, Carlisle and York.

State College

36.7 mi in | ~47m | via US 322

Hazleton

121.1 mi in | ~2h 35m | via US 322

Carlisle

121.1 mi in | ~2h 35m | via US 322

York

124 mi in | ~2h 39m | via US 322

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 35m. Total distance: 219.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 35m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 78.4 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $10.20 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.

Yes — we found about 10 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.

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 Haverford, 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. There are 10 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.

The main spots that need attention: at 36.7 miles (US 322 / Mount Nittany Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 121.1 miles (US 322): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 124 miles (US 322): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes — Valley Forge National Historical Park, Independence National Historical Park and Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Possible but tiring. At 4.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Haverford, PA, but most travelers stay overnight.

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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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