Origin
Clifton Heights, PA
Morning in Clifton Heights on Sunday
Local time
9:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Clifton Heights, PA to Abington, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
45m
Distance
20.2 mi
32 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 42m
★
6 AM
0h 46m
8 AM
0h 53m
10 AM
0h 48m
12 PM
0h 48m
3 PM
0h 49m
5 PM
0h 53m
8 PM
0h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Clifton Heights, PA
Michael Taccetta
Abington, PA
Michael Taccetta
Trip Overview
This 20.2-mile drive from Clifton Heights, PA, to Abington, PA, is a straightforward local journey that can easily be completed in about 45 minutes. With a modest fuel cost estimated at $3, it's an economical option for a quick trip. Given its short distance and duration, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, requiring no overnight stays. The drive primarily utilizes local roads, offering a glimpse into the Northeast region of Pennsylvania without venturing onto major highways.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Baltimore Avenue | 3.4 mi | 10m |
| Ogontz Avenue | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| East Washington Lane | 2.4 mi | 5m |
| Roosevelt Expressway | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Old York Road | 2 mi | 5m |
| Westminster Avenue | 1.2 mi | 3m |
| Schuylkill Expressway | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Belmont Avenue | 1.1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
East Baltimore Avenue
— 3.4 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clifton Heights, PA and Abington, PA.
1
Start on this road
168 ft
·
13 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto South Springfield Road
244 ft
·
14 sec
·
South Springfield Road
3
Turn right onto East Baltimore Avenue
3.4 mi
·
10 min
·
East Baltimore Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Turn left onto South 57th Street
1.0 mi
·
3 min
·
South 57th Street
5
Continue on North 57th Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North 57th Street
6
Turn right onto Westminster Avenue
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Westminster Avenue
7
Turn left onto Belmont Avenue
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Belmont Avenue
8
Turn right onto Montgomery Drive
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
Montgomery Drive
9
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 76 West
10
Merge onto I 76
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Schuylkill Expressway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 340B
Toward US 1 North: Roosevelt Boulevard
12
Continue on US 1
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Roosevelt Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Toward PA 611: Broad Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on Saint Lukes Street
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Saint Lukes Street
Toward PA 611: Broad Street
15
At end of road, turn left onto PA 611
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
North Broad Street
Use the left lane.
16
Turn slight left onto Belfield Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Belfield Avenue
Use the left lane.
17
Turn right onto Ogontz Avenue
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Ogontz Avenue
18
Turn slight right onto East Washington Lane
2.4 mi
·
5 min
·
East Washington Lane
19
Merge onto PA 611
2.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Old York Road
20
Turn right onto Keith Road
85 ft
·
5 sec
·
Keith Road
21
Turn right
19 ft
·
1 sec
22
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 165 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 12 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
East Baltimore Avenue
Turn right onto East Baltimore Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
7.9 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
I 76 / Schuylkill Expressway
Merge onto I 76 / Schuylkill Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
5
9.1 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Take the exit toward US 1 North: Roosevelt Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 340B
Toward US 1 North: Roosevelt Boulevard
6
11.7 mi into trip
|
~27m in
Take the exit toward PA 611: Broad Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward PA 611: Broad Street
8
12 mi into trip
|
~28m in
|
PA 611 / North Broad Street
At end of road, turn left onto PA 611 / North Broad Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.35 one way
$6.70 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $3.67 | $7.34 |
| premium | $4.93 | $3.92 | $7.84 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.46 | $8.92 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.1 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 | 6.1 | 0 | $2.12 | $0.97 |
| Efficient EV | 5.1 | 0 | $1.77 | $0.81 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.1 | 0 | $2.83 | $1.29 |
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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Abington, PA
Morning in Abington on Sunday
Local time
9:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
45m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for this 20.2-mile trip, with only about 17% of the route on highways. You'll navigate through areas using East Baltimore Avenue, Ogontz Avenue, and East Washington Lane. The longest stretch without a significant turn or stop is 3.4 miles on East Baltimore Avenue. This route emphasizes navigating local streets over high-speed travel, making it a more engaged driving experience as you transition through different neighborhoods.
Only 17% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 3.4 mi on East Baltimore Avenue.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
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 0.1 miles in near East Baltimore Avenue.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 16 decision points packed into just 20.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 45m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (East Baltimore Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.9 miles (I 76 / Schuylkill Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 45m. Total distance: 20.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 3.4 miles on East Baltimore Avenue. 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 Abington, 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 0.1 miles (East Baltimore Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.9 miles (I 76 / Schuylkill Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes — Independence National Historical Park, Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial and Valley Forge National Historical Park (4 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Abington, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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