Trip from Economy, PA to Whitman, PA

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

Drive Time

6h 26m

Distance

337.7 mi

544 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$56

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 37 min

4 AM

6h 14m ★

6 AM

6h 26m

8 AM

6h 51m

10 AM

6h 35m

12 PM

6h 32m

3 PM

6h 36m

5 PM

6h 50m

8 PM

6h 19m

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

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Economy, PA

Patricia Bozan

Whitman, PA

Haneul Trac

Trip Overview

This 337.8-mile journey from Economy, PA to Whitman, PA is planned for a 5-hour and 40-minute drive, making it a feasible day trip. You'll primarily navigate local roads, with Lenz Avenue, 17th Street, and Duss Avenue being key segments. With a 0% highway share, expect a more engaged driving experience. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is $56. Given its single-stop recommendation and turn-heavy profile, this route is best suited for those who enjoy a more involved local drive rather than extensive highway cruising, and it stays within the Northeast region throughout.

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

168.9 miles from Economy, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 11m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike	298.7 mi	5h 24m
I 76	18 mi	26m
Ohio River Boulevard	4.9 mi	5m
Freedom Crider Road	4.4 mi	6m
Schuylkill Expressway	3 mi	4m
Freedom Road	2.5 mi	4m
Oregon Avenue/Vare Avenue	1.8 mi	3m
Crows Run Road	1.5 mi	2m

Longest stretch: Pennsylvania Turnpike — 298.7 mi, about 5h 24m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Economy, PA and Whitman, PA.

Start on this road

46 ft · 8 sec · this road

Turn left onto Lenz Avenue

121 ft · 7 sec · Lenz Avenue

Turn right onto 17th Street

354 ft · 21 sec · 17th Street

Turn left onto PA 989

0.2 mi · 26 sec · Duss Avenue

Turn right onto 14th Street

0.2 mi · 57 sec · 14th Street

Turn right onto Merchant Street

0.4 mi · 56 sec · Merchant Street

Turn right onto PA 65

4.9 mi · 5 min · Ohio River Boulevard

Turn right onto Crows Run Road

1.5 mi · 2 min · Crows Run Road

Continue on Freedom Crider Road

2.0 mi · 2 min · Freedom Crider Road

Enter roundabout onto Freedom Crider Road

102 ft · 1 sec · Freedom Crider Road

Continue on Freedom Crider Road

2.4 mi · 3 min · Freedom Crider Road

Continue on Freedom Road

2.5 mi · 4 min · Freedom Road

Use the left / straight / right lanes.

Turn right onto US 19

0.2 mi · 26 sec · Perry Highway

Use the right lane.

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 13 sec

Toward I 76, PATP: Youngstown Ohio, Harrisburg Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.6 mi · 1 min

Toward I 76 East: Harrisburg Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 1 min

Toward I 76 East: Harrisburg

Merge onto I 76; PATP

299 mi · 5 hr 24 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit onto I 76

18 mi · 26 min · I 76

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

Keep slight right at fork onto I 76

3.0 mi · 4 min · Schuylkill Expressway

Use the straight / slight left lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 30 sec

Exit 347B Toward Passyunk Avenue, Oregon Avenue

Keep slight left at fork

151 ft · 5 sec

Toward I 76 East: Walt Whitman Bridge

Continue on West Oregon Vare Avenue

0.1 mi · 13 sec · West Oregon Vare Avenue

Continue on Oregon Avenue/Vare Avenue

1.8 mi · 3 min · Oregon Avenue/Vare Avenue

Use the left lane.

Turn left onto South 5th Street

0.2 mi · 30 sec · South 5th Street

Use the left lane.

Turn right onto Porter Street

465 ft · 24 sec · Porter Street

Turn right onto South 4th Street

270 ft · 13 sec · South 4th Street

Turn right onto Vollmer Street

238 ft · 10 sec · Vollmer Street

Arrive at destination

Vollmer Street

Trip Plan

Given this route's turn-heavy local character and 5-hour, 40-minute duration, consider an early morning departure to maximize your daylight hours. While it's manageable as a day trip, the single recommended stop is a good opportunity to stretch your legs and refuel. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially since you'll be on local roads for the entire 337.8 miles, and plan your stops accordingly. The $56 fuel cost is an estimate, so it's wise to budget a little extra. Being on local roads means you'll encounter varying speed limits and traffic patterns, so staying alert is key.

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 168.9 miles from Economy, PA, or about 3h 11m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 298.7 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 74 miles or 1h 28m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 168.9 miles or 3h 11m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 5h 10m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Economy, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Economy, PA

This is one driving day of about 337.7 miles and 6h 26m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 74 miles from Economy, 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 298.7 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Hancock, MD

169 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

Murrysville, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 74 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Hancock, MD

Meal break

The midpoint is around 168.9 miles from Economy, 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 298.7 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

Nino's Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Mt Pleasant, Pennsylvania

Early in the drive, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $20 to $30 mile 72.4

Hours: Closed

+17245472900

Visit website

Top Coffee Stop

RIM Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 337.7

Hours: 12–10 pm

+12154653515

Visit website

Holy Cannoli! Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

1.2 mi

Nino's Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $20 to $30 mile 72.4

Mt Pleasant, Pennsylvania

Hours: Closed

+17245472900

Visit website

Satellite Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 337.7

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+12672772623

Visit website

Acapulco | Mexican Restaurant & Bar

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 48.2

Irwin, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+17243824335

Visit website

The Village

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 72.4

Mt Pleasant, Pennsylvania

Hours: 4–8:30 pm

+17245473529

Visit website

China Garden Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

5 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 48.2

Irwin, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11:30 am–9 pm

+17248634483

Visit website

The Barn Restaurant at Allenberry

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

5 mi from route ~12 min detour $20 to $30 mile 217.1

Boiling Springs, Pennsylvania

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+17172583211

Visit website

RIM Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 337.7

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 12–10 pm

+12154653515

Visit website

Holy Cannoli! Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 337.7

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 7:30 am–4 pm

+12673191700

Visit website

CNT Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10 mile 337.7

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+12678869851

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 96.5

Somerset, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 96.5

Somerset, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 96.5

Somerset, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

2.3 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 96.5

Somerset, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Tesla Supercharger

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 96.5

Somerset, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 48.2

Monroeville, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

Early in the drive, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 72.4

Acme, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18778337829

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 337.7

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: Closed

+12159233811

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 21

5 decision points cluster between mile 14.4 and 335.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

14.4 mi into trip | ~22m in

Take the exit toward I 76, PATP: Youngstown Ohio, Harrisburg

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

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 76, PATP: Youngstown Ohio, Harrisburg

14.5 mi into trip | ~22m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 76 East: Harrisburg

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward I 76 East: Harrisburg

314.2 mi into trip | ~5h 49m 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

332.2 mi into trip | ~6h 16m in | I 76 / Schuylkill Expressway

Keep slight right at fork onto I 76 / Schuylkill Expressway

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight left lanes.

335.2 mi into trip | ~6h 20m in

Take the exit toward Passyunk Avenue, Oregon Avenue

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

Exit 347B Toward Passyunk Avenue, Oregon Avenue

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$55.99 one way

$111.97 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 118 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.61	$61.32	$122.64
premium	$4.93	$65.49	$130.99
diesel	$5.61	$74.56	$149.12

Estimated Tolls: $38.84

Pennsylvania Turnpike (298.7 mi) $38.84

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

$56

Tolls

$39

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$120–$145

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 118.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $35 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	101.3	1	$35.46	$16.21
Efficient EV	84.4	0	$29.55	$13.51
EV Truck/SUV	135.1	1	$47.28	$21.61

Gas CO2

118 kg

EV CO2

40 kg (66% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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 16, 2026

Origin

Economy, PA

Late night in Economy on Sunday

Local time

12:25 AM

EDT

Current temp

49°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Whitman, PA

Late night in Whitman on Sunday

Local time

12:25 AM

EDT

Current temp

92°F

Mostly Sunny

SW 5 to 15 mph 1% chance Live forecast

54°F

Hancock, MD

169 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

43 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

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 256.2

View on nps.gov

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

What kind of drive is this?

Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive for the entirety of this 337.8-mile trip, as it features a 0% highway share. This means you'll be constantly engaged with the road, navigating through various local streets and avenues, including Lenz Avenue, 17th Street, and Duss Avenue. There's no longest uninterrupted stretch to report, emphasizing the continuous nature of these local roads. The character of the drive remains consistent, offering a steady experience of local roadways without the breakneck speed of interstate travel.

95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 298.7 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and I 76. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 14.4 miles in.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 337.7 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 14.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 314.2 miles (I 76): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.

On the drive from Economy, PA to Whitman, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Philadelphia along the way.

Philadelphia

314.2 mi in | ~5h 49m | via I 76

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 26m. Total distance: 337.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

6h 26m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 298.7 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $38.84 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.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

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 Whitman, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

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

Not recommended in a single day. At 6.4 hours each way, a round trip means 12.9 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Whitman, PA before the return drive.

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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Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

Nino's Restaurant

RIM Cafe

Nino's Restaurant

Satellite Cafe

Acapulco | Mexican Restaurant & Bar

The Village

China Garden Restaurant

The Barn Restaurant at Allenberry

RIM Cafe

Holy Cannoli! Cafe

CNT Cafe

Tesla Supercharger

Blink Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

EV Connect Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

ChargePoint Charging Station

Tesla Destination Charger

Applegreen Electric Charging Station

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iFLY Indoor Skydiving - King of Prussia

MindEscape Escape Room Philadelphia

Philadelphia's Magic Gardens

Spruce Street Harbor Park

Independence Hall

Heuser Park

Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Economy, PA

Whitman, PA

Same local time

43 degrees warmer at arrival

6h 26m on the road

National Parks Near This Route

Independence National Historical Park

Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial

Valley Forge National Historical Park

Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument

Flight 93 National Memorial

Appalachian National Scenic Trail

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How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

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Are there rest areas on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

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