Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Oct 19, 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
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
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.
| 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 |
Step-by-step road directions between Clover, PA and Wampum, PA.
Start on this road
Turn left onto PA 18
Turn left onto Mitchell Road
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 376
Keep slight right at fork onto I 376 Toll
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Turn left onto PA 168
Turn right onto PA 18; PA 168
Turn left onto Darlington Road
Turn left onto PA 288
Arrive at destination
5 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.
Turn left onto PA 18 / Wilmington Road
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto Mitchell Road
Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto I 376 / Beaver Valley Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto I 376 Toll / Beaver Valley Expressway toward Pittsburgh
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Regular Gas
$2.89 one way
$5.77 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.89 | $3.16 | $6.31 |
| premium | $5.23 | $3.37 | $6.75 |
| diesel | $6.18 | $3.99 | $7.98 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-12.
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 | $1.44 | $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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Clover on Monday
Local time
4:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Mostly Cloudy
Destination
Late night in Wampum on Monday
Local time
4:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Cloudy
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
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 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.
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.
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.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
396 ft
Total Descent
733 ft
Highest Point
1,120 ft
~5.9 mi in
Elevation Range
347 ft
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
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
Fast_food
Near the start, right off the route
New Castle, PA
Cuisine: sandwich
Hours: 10:00-23:00
Visit websiteFast_food
Early in the drive, right off the route
New Castle, PA
Cuisine: burger
Hours: 09:00-22:00
Visit websiteFast_food
Early in the drive, right off the route
New Castle, PA
Cuisine: burger
Hours: 05:00-23:00
Visit websiteFast_food
Early in the drive, right off the route
New Castle, PA
Cuisine: sandwich
Hours: Mo-Sa 10:00-24:00; Su 10:00-23:00
Visit websiteFast_food
Near the start, right off the route
New Castle, PA
Cuisine: burger
Hours: Mo 06:00-20:00; Tu-We 06:00-22:00; Th 06...
Visit websiteRestaurant
Early in the drive, right off the route
New Castle, PA
Cuisine: american
Park
Around the midpoint, short detour
Park
Early in the drive, short detour
Park
Near the start, short detour
Memorial
Around the midpoint, short detour
Memorial
Around the midpoint, short detour
Memorial
Around the midpoint, short detour
Memorial
Around the midpoint, short detour
Memorial
Around the midpoint, short detour
Hotel
Early in the drive, right off the route
New Castle, PA
Visit websitePoints of interest from OpenStreetMap contributors. Listings may not reflect current hours or availability.
Founded 1796
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
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.
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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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