Origin
Clover, PA
Afternoon in Clover on Sunday
Local time
3:35 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Clover, PA to Wampum, PA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 26, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
21m
Distance
16.4 mi
26 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 20m
★
6 AM
0h 22m
8 AM
0h 26m
10 AM
0h 23m
12 PM
0h 23m
3 PM
0h 23m
5 PM
0h 25m
8 PM
0h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Clover, PA
Amanda Moore
Wampum, PA
Haneul Trac
Trip Overview
Clover, PA to Wampum, PA is 16.4 miles and takes about 21 minutes via Beaver Valley Expressway and PA 18, with a fuel budget near $3 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short, same-day trip stays within Pennsylvania, connecting two points in the Northeast region. You'll primarily be on highway, making it a quick and efficient journey. It's the kind of drive that's perfect for when you need to get from point A to point B without a lot of fuss. Consider this route if you're looking for a straightforward connection between these two locations.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Beaver Valley Expressway | 10.4 mi | 11m |
| PA 18 | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| Mitchell Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| Galilee Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Wilmington Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Darlington Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Beaver Valley Expressway
— 10.4 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clover, PA and Wampum, PA.
1
Start on this road
54 ft
·
10 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto PA 18
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
Wilmington Road
3
Turn left onto Mitchell Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Mitchell Road
Use the left lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
5
Merge onto I 376
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Beaver Valley Expressway
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 376 Toll
5.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Beaver Valley Expressway
Toward Pittsburgh
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward PA 168: Moravia
8
Keep slight left at fork
101 ft
·
2 sec
9
Turn left onto PA 168
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Galilee Road
10
Turn right onto PA 18; PA 168
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
PA 18; PA 168
11
Turn left onto Darlington Road
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Darlington Road
12
Turn left onto PA 288
84 ft
·
2 sec
·
Main Street
13
Arrive at destination
PA 288
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 12.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
PA 18 / Wilmington Road
Turn left onto PA 18 / Wilmington Road
Navigation decision point
5
0.4 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Mitchell Road
Turn left onto Mitchell Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
1.8 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
I 376 / Beaver Valley Expressway
Merge onto I 376 / Beaver Valley Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
6.9 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
I 376 Toll / Beaver Valley Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 376 Toll / Beaver Valley Expressway toward Pittsburgh
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward Pittsburgh
5
12.5 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.64 one way
$5.28 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $2.97 | $5.94 |
| premium | $4.95 | $3.20 | $6.40 |
| diesel | $5.98 | $3.86 | $7.72 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.7 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.9 | 0 | $1.72 | $0.79 |
| Efficient EV | 4.1 | 0 | $1.43 | $0.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.6 | 0 | $2.30 | $1.05 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (67% 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
Wampum, PA
Afternoon in Wampum on Sunday
Local time
3:35 PM
EDT
Current temp
36°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
8 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
21m 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 is predominantly highway-focused, with 83% of the drive utilizing faster roads. Expect a smooth, direct journey for the most part, especially during the 10.4-mile stretch on the Beaver Valley Expressway. While the majority of the trip is on the expressway, you will transition to PA 18 and Mitchell Road, which may offer a slightly different driving experience as you approach your destination. The profile suggests a generally uncomplicated and open road feel, ideal for maintaining a steady pace.
83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 10.4 mi on Beaver Valley Expressway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Beaver Valley Expressway and PA 18. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near PA 18 / Wilmington Road.
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 9 decision points packed into just 16.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 21m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (PA 18 / Wilmington Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (Mitchell Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles (I 376 / Beaver Valley Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Clover, PA to Wampum, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Pittsburgh along the way.
Pittsburgh
6.9 mi in
|
~8m
|
via I 376 Toll
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 21m. Total distance: 16.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 10.4 miles on Beaver Valley Expressway. 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 Wampum, 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: near the start (PA 18 / Wilmington Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (Mitchell Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles (I 376 / Beaver Valley Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Wampum, 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. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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