Origin
Erie, PA
Morning in Erie on Sunday
Local time
7:31 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Erie, PA to Boyertown, 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 56m
Distance
361.6 mi
582 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$60
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 45m
★
6 AM
6h 57m
8 AM
7h 20m
10 AM
7h 5m
12 PM
7h 3m
3 PM
7h 6m
5 PM
7h 19m
8 PM
6h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Erie, PA
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Boyertown, PA
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Trip Overview
This 361.6-mile journey from Erie to Boyertown, Pennsylvania, is designed for a single day of driving, estimated to take approximately 6 hours and 56 minutes. You'll primarily navigate the Keystone Shortway, Raymond P Shafer Highway, and State Route 54. With a projected fuel cost of around $60, this route offers a straightforward drive through Pennsylvania's Northeast region. While it can be completed in one go, consider that the drive has a turn-heavy local feel, so planning for a single stop can help break up the time. This trip is well-suited for those looking for a direct, uncomplicated drive across the state.
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
180.8 miles from Erie, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 18m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Keystone Shortway | 204.4 mi | 3h 39m |
| Raymond P Shafer Highway | 66.8 mi | 1h 11m |
| State Route 54 | 11.1 mi | 13m |
| Center Avenue | 10.6 mi | 12m |
| Elysburg Road | 9.7 mi | 11m |
| Philadelphia Avenue | 9.7 mi | 16m |
| Sunbury Road | 9.4 mi | 11m |
| Pottsville Pike | 6.3 mi | 7m |
Longest stretch:
Keystone Shortway
— 204.4 mi, about 3h 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Erie, PA and Boyertown, PA.
1
Start on State Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
State Street
2
Turn right onto PA 5; PA 290
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
West 12th Street
Use the straight lane.
3
Turn right onto Greengarden Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Greengarden Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Turn left onto West Bayfront Parkway
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
West Bayfront Parkway
5
Continue on I 79
67 mi
·
1 hr 11 min
·
Raymond P Shafer Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
Toward I 80 East: Clarion
7
Merge onto I 80
204 mi
·
3 hr 39 min
·
Keystone Shortway
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward PA 54: Danville, Washingtonville
9
Turn slight left
79 ft
·
2 sec
10
Turn right onto PA 54
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Continental Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Continue on PA 54
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Factory Street
12
Continue on PA 54
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
Danville-Riverside Bridge Road
13
Turn left onto PA 54
9.7 mi
·
11 min
·
Elysburg Road
Use the left lane.
14
Continue on PA 54
11 mi
·
13 min
·
State Route 54
15
Continue on PA 901
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
Locust Gap Highway
16
Continue on PA 901
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Fairgrounds Road
17
Continue on PA 901
9.4 mi
·
11 min
·
Sunbury Road
18
Continue on PA 901
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Sunbury Street
19
Turn right onto PA 901
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Pottsville Minersville Highway
20
Turn right onto PA 901
4.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Gordon Nagle Trail
21
Continue on PA 901
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
North Sillyman Street
22
Turn left onto PA 183
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Pottsville Street
23
Turn right onto PA 61
493 ft
·
6 sec
·
Route 61 South
24
Continue on PA 61
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Center Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
25
Continue on PA 61
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Centre Street
26
Continue on PA 61
0.3 mi
·
17 sec
·
South 4th Street
27
Continue on PA 61
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Pottsville Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
28
Continue on PA 61
0.6 mi
·
43 sec
·
Shoemaker Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
29
Continue on PA 61
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Pottsville Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
30
Continue on PA 61
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Centre Avenue
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
31
Continue on PA 61
0.8 mi
·
57 sec
·
Pottsville Pike
Use the straight lane.
32
Turn left onto PA 73
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Lake Shore Drive
Use the left lane.
33
Continue on PA 73
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
34
Continue on PA 73
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
Blandon Road
35
Continue on PA 73
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
·
Main Street
36
Continue on PA 73
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Blandon Road
37
Enter roundabout onto PA 73
93 ft
·
1 sec
·
Blandon Road
38
Continue on PA 73
347 ft
·
5 sec
·
Blandon Road
39
Continue on PA 73; PA 662
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Memorial Highway
40
Enter roundabout onto PA 73
122 ft
·
2 sec
·
Philadelphia Avenue
41
Continue on PA 73
9.7 mi
·
16 min
·
Philadelphia Avenue
42
Turn left onto North Reading Avenue
20 ft
·
0 sec
·
North Reading Avenue
43
Arrive at destination
North Reading Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 6-hour 56-minute duration, an early morning departure from Erie is recommended to reach Boyertown comfortably within a single day. Plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs and refuel, perhaps around the 204.4-mile mark on the Keystone Shortway, where you'll have the longest uninterrupted stretch. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you transition between the main roads like the Keystone Shortway and State Route 54, as services might be less frequent on some local segments. This route is manageable in one day, so you have flexibility in pacing your journey.
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 180.8 miles from Erie, PA, or about 3h 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 204.4 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 80 miles or 1h 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 180.8 miles or 3h 18m 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 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Boyertown, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Erie, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Erie, PA
This is one driving day of about 361.6 miles and 6h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Erie, 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 Keystone Shortway for about 204.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
181 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 180.8 miles from Erie, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Keystone Shortway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 204.4 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 155 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 274.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
PA 5; PA 290 / West 12th Street
Turn right onto PA 5; PA 290 / West 12th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
2.4 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
Greengarden Boulevard
Turn right onto Greengarden Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
2.6 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
West Bayfront Parkway
Turn left onto West Bayfront Parkway
Navigation decision point
5
274.4 mi into trip
|
~4h 58m in
Take the exit toward PA 54: Danville, Washingtonville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward PA 54: Danville, Washingtonville
5
274.6 mi into trip
|
~4h 59m in
|
PA 54 / Continental Boulevard
Turn right onto PA 54 / Continental Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$59.95 one way
$119.90 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
127 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $65.66 | $131.31 |
| premium | $4.93 | $70.13 | $140.26 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $79.84 | $159.67 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$60
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$85–$110
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 126.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $38 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 108.5 | 1 | $37.97 | $17.36 |
| Efficient EV | 90.4 | 1 | $31.64 | $14.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 144.6 | 1 | $50.62 | $23.14 |
Gas CO2
127 kg
EV CO2
42 kg (67% 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.
Destination
Boyertown, PA
Morning in Boyertown on Sunday
Local time
7:31 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
57°F
Wellsville, NY
181 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
8 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
6h 56m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a road with a 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, meaning you'll encounter more frequent turns and less of a continuous highway feel than you might on a pure interstate route. The highway share is about 30%, so much of your time will be spent on state routes and local roads, which can offer a more varied driving experience. The longest stretch without a significant break is 204.4 miles, primarily along the Keystone Shortway. This suggests a mix of faster road sections interspersed with more winding or slower-paced local segments as you progress through Pennsylvania.
Only 3% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
43 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 204.4 mi on Keystone Shortway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near PA 5; PA 290 / West 12th Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 56m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 15 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (PA 5; PA 290 / West 12th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.4 miles (Greengarden Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.6 miles (West Bayfront Parkway): Navigation decision point.
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 Erie, PA to Boyertown, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Washingtonville along the way.
Washingtonville
274.4 mi in
|
~4h 58m
About the Cities
Starting in Erie, PA
Full guide →Erie is a city of about 100,000 in Northwestern Pennsylvania. It is Pennsylvania's only lake port on the Great Lakes (Lake Erie).
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 56m. Total distance: 361.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 56m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 204.4 miles on Keystone Shortway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 is a long drive, so arriving tired and in the dark compounds. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Boyertown, 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (PA 5; PA 290 / West 12th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.4 miles (Greengarden Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.6 miles (West Bayfront Parkway): Navigation decision point.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.9 hours each way, a round trip means 13.9 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Boyertown, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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