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Trip from Erie, PA to Kenmar, PA

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

Drive Time

4h 53m

Distance

261.6 mi

421 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$43

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
4h 40m ★
6 AM
4h 53m
8 AM
5h 20m
10 AM
5h 3m
12 PM
5h 0m
3 PM
5h 4m
5 PM
5h 19m
8 PM
4h 45m

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

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Downtown Erie, PA, PA

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Downtown Kenmar, PA, PA

Kenmar, PA

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Trip Overview

Erie to Kenmar is 261.6 miles and takes about 4h 53m via Keystone Shortway, Susquehanna Beltway, and Raymond P Shafer Highway, with a fuel budget near $43 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Pennsylvania, moving from the Northeast region to another part of the Northeast. Expect a drive that involves frequent turns, making it more of a local exploration than a high-speed transit. With only one recommended stop and a manageable duration, this route is well-suited for a single-day adventure.

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

130.8 miles from Erie, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 24m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Keystone Shortway 153.3 mi 2h 44m
Raymond P Shafer Highway 66.8 mi 1h 11m
Susquehanna Beltway 15.1 mi 18m
Appalachian Thruway 10.4 mi 11m
Frank D O'Reilly Jr Highway 5.7 mi 6m
Nittany Valley Drive 4.5 mi 7m
West 12th Street 2 mi 4m
East 3rd Street 0.7 mi 1m
Longest stretch: Keystone Shortway — 153.3 mi, about 2h 44m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Erie, PA and Kenmar, 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

153 mi · 2 hr 44 min · Keystone Shortway
8

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 54 sec
Toward PA 64: Pleasant Gap, Mill Hall
9

Turn left onto PA 64

4.5 mi · 7 min · Nittany Valley Drive
10

Turn right onto PA 477

345 ft · 6 sec · Long Run Road
11

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 39 sec
12

Turn sharp left onto US 220

5.7 mi · 6 min · Frank D O'Reilly Jr Highway
13

Continue on US 220

0.3 mi · 17 sec · Appalachian Thwy
14

Continue on US 220

10 mi · 11 min · Appalachian Thruway
15

Continue on US 220

15 mi · 18 min · Susquehanna Beltway
16

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 46 sec
Exit 25 Toward Faxon
17

Continue on South Northway Road

0.3 mi · 27 sec · South Northway Road
18

Turn right onto East 3rd Street

0.7 mi · 1 min · East 3rd Street
19

Turn left onto Westminster Drive

0.4 mi · 59 sec · Westminster Drive
20

Turn right onto Reed Street

97 ft · 4 sec · Reed Street
21

Arrive at destination

Reed Street

Trip Plan

Given the 4h 53m estimated drive time, you can comfortably complete this trip in one day. Consider an early morning departure to maximize daylight and allow for any unexpected delays. While only one stop is recommended, plan for brief breaks as needed, especially given the turn-heavy nature of the drive. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as the $43 estimated cost suggests you'll need to refuel at least once. A specific tip for this route: familiarize yourself with the Keystone Shortway portion, as it's your longest continuous stretch and a good opportunity to maintain a steady pace.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 130.8 miles from Erie, PA, or about 2h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 153.3 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 58 miles or 1h 5m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 130.8 miles or 2h 24m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 54m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kenmar, 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.

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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 261.6 miles and 4h 53m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 58 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 153.3 miles.

Where to Stop

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

borough in Pennsylvania, United States of America

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Punxsutawney, PA

131 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

Farrell, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 58 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Punxsutawney, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 130.8 miles from Erie, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Keystone Shortway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 153.3 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 14

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 228.4 — 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
223.2 mi into trip | ~4h 3m in

Take the exit toward PA 64: Pleasant Gap, Mill Hall

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

Toward PA 64: Pleasant Gap, Mill Hall
5
228.4 mi into trip | ~4h 12m in | US 220 / Frank D O'Reilly Jr Highway

Turn sharp left onto US 220 / Frank D O'Reilly Jr Highway

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$43.37 one way

$86.74 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 92 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $47.50 $95.00
premium $4.93 $50.73 $101.47
diesel $5.61 $57.76 $115.52

Estimated Tolls: $0.73

Appalachian Thruway (10.4 mi) $0.73

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

$43

Tolls

$1

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$69–$94

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 91.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 78.5 0 $27.47 $12.56
Efficient EV 65.4 0 $22.89 $10.46
EV Truck/SUV 104.6 1 $36.62 $16.74

Gas CO2

92 kg

EV CO2

31 kg (66% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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

Erie, PA

Late night in Erie on Sunday

Local time

3:30 AM

EDT

Current temp

65°F

Showers And Thunderstorms

SW 10 to 15 mph 83% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 4:45AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 4:42AM EDT by NWS State College PA

Destination

Kenmar, PA

Late night in Kenmar on Sunday

Local time

3:30 AM

EDT

Current temp

68°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

3 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

4h 53m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

This route offers a turn-heavy local drive experience, with a highway share of 0%, meaning you won't be cruising on major interstates. You'll navigate through towns and local roads for the majority of the 261.6 miles. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 153.3 miles on the Keystone Shortway, giving you a solid segment of consistent driving before encountering more varied road conditions. Be prepared for frequent changes in direction and speed as you traverse the Pennsylvania landscape.

Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 153.3 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.

This is a straightforward 4h 53m drive. You will face about 14 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

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.

On the drive from Erie, PA to Kenmar, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Mill Hall along the way.

Mill Hall

223.2 mi in | ~4h 3m

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 4h 53m. Total distance: 261.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 53m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 153.3 miles on Keystone Shortway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $0.73 in tolls one way, starting with Appalachian Thruway. 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.

Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.

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.

Possible but tiring. At 4.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Kenmar, PA, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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