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Trip from Erie, PA to Landisville, PA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 27m
Distance
327.4 mi
527 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$52
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 15m
★
6 AM
6h 28m
8 AM
6h 52m
10 AM
6h 36m
12 PM
6h 34m
3 PM
6h 38m
5 PM
6h 51m
8 PM
6h 20m
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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Landisville, PA
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Trip Overview
This 327.4-mile drive from Erie to Landisville, Pennsylvania, will take approximately 6 hours and 27 minutes of driving time. With a fuel cost estimated at $54, it's a feasible one-day trip, though you might appreciate breaking it up if you prefer a more relaxed pace. The route primarily utilizes the Keystone Shortway and General Potter Highway, offering a predominantly local road experience rather than extensive interstate travel. This journey stays within the Northeast region, connecting two points in Pennsylvania. It's a straightforward drive that should fit well into a single day's itinerary.
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
163.7 miles from Erie, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 59m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Keystone Shortway | 103.3 mi | 1h 50m |
| General Potter Highway | 75.6 mi | 1h 35m |
| Raymond P Shafer Highway | 66.8 mi | 1h 11m |
| PA 283 | 20.9 mi | 24m |
| 28th Division Highway | 8.6 mi | 9m |
| Philipsburg Bigler Highway | 7.1 mi | 8m |
| Mount Nittany Expressway | 6.2 mi | 8m |
| Port Matilda Highway | 5.9 mi | 8m |
Longest stretch:
Keystone Shortway
— 103.3 mi, about 1h 50m
Traffic on I-80
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 8 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~1,059 veh/hr typical · worst 1,339
Quietest
2 AM
~181 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
5.9×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Erie, PA and Landisville, PA.
1
Start on State Street
0.4 mi
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1 min
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State Street
2
Turn right onto PA 5; PA 290
2.0 mi
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4 min
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West 12th Street
Use the straight lane.
3
Turn right onto Greengarden Boulevard
0.1 mi
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23 sec
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Greengarden Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Turn left onto West Bayfront Parkway
0.2 mi
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20 sec
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West Bayfront Parkway
5
Continue on I 79
67 mi
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1 hr 11 min
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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
103 mi
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1 hr 50 min
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Keystone Shortway
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward PA 970 to US 322: Woodland, Shawville
9
Merge onto PA 970
1.4 mi
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1 min
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Shawville Highway
Use the straight lane.
10
Turn left onto US 322
2.8 mi
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3 min
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Woodland Bigler Highway
11
Continue on US 322
7.1 mi
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8 min
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Philipsburg Bigler Highway
12
Continue on US 322
0.3 mi
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23 sec
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North Front Street
13
Continue on US 322; PA 53
0.1 mi
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15 sec
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North Centre Street
14
Turn left onto US 322
1.1 mi
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2 min
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Railroad Street
15
Continue on US 322
5.9 mi
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8 min
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Port Matilda Highway
16
Turn slight right onto US 322
2.2 mi
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3 min
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Upper Flat Rock Road
17
Continue on US 322
1.8 mi
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2 min
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Flat Rock Road
18
Continue on US 322
8.6 mi
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9 min
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28th Division Highway
Toward US 322 East: State College
19
Keep slight left at fork onto I 99; US 220; US 322
4.0 mi
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4 min
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I 99; US 220; US 322
Use the straight lane.
20
Keep slight right at fork onto US 322
6.2 mi
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8 min
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Mount Nittany Expressway
Exit 73
Toward US 322 East: Penn State University, State College
21
Continue on US 322; PA 144 Truck
2.6 mi
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4 min
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Boal Avenue
Use the straight lane.
22
Continue on US 322; PA 144 Truck
76 mi
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1 hr 35 min
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General Potter Highway
23
Take the exit onto US 322
0.2 mi
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20 sec
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US 322
Toward I 81 North, US 322 East, I 81 South: Hershey, Hazleton, Carlisle
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Keep slight left at fork onto US 322
0.9 mi
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1 min
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US 322
Toward I 81 North, US 322 East: Hershey, Hazleton
25
Merge onto I 81; US 322
1.8 mi
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2 min
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American Legion Memorial Highway
26
Keep slight right at fork onto US 322
4.3 mi
·
5 min
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US 322
Exit 70
Toward I 83 South, US 322 East: Hershey, York
Use the slight right lane.
27
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
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22 sec
Exit 46A
Toward I 283 South: Harrisburg International Airport
Use the slight left lane.
28
Continue on I 283
2.7 mi
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3 min
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I 283
29
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 1A
Toward PA 283 East: Harrisburg International Airport, Lancaster
Use the slight right lane.
30
Merge onto PA 283
21 mi
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24 min
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PA 283
31
Take the exit
0.2 mi
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31 sec
Toward Esbenshade Road
32
Turn straight onto Esbenshade Road
0.2 mi
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22 sec
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Esbenshade Road
33
Continue on South Esbenshade Road
0.1 mi
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14 sec
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South Esbenshade Road
34
Turn left onto Old Harrisburg Pike
1.1 mi
·
1 min
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Old Harrisburg Pike
35
Continue on Main Street
1.4 mi
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2 min
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Main Street
36
Turn left
65 ft
·
4 sec
37
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 6-hour 27-minute duration, starting your drive from Erie early in the morning is advisable to maximize daylight and minimize late-night navigation. While it's manageable in a single day, consider an early start to allow for a stop or two without feeling rushed. The longest stretch without a significant turn is over 100 miles on the Keystone Shortway, so plan your fuel and rest breaks accordingly. With a fuel cost around $54, be sure to check your tank before departing Erie, as opportunities may be less frequent on the local roads.
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 163.7 miles from Erie, PA, or about 2h 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 103.3 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 72 miles or 1h 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 163.7 miles or 2h 59m 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 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Landisville, 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 327.4 miles and 6h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 72 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 103.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
164 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 72 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 163.7 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 103.3 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Rest Area
0 mi from route
TA
0.1 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
TA
0.1 mi from route
Venango County Rest Area Westbound
0.1 mi from route
Jefferson County Rest Area Westbound
0.1 mi from route
Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Venango County Rest Area Eastbound
0.1 mi from route
Zachrich Trucking Inc
0.2 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Sapp Brothers Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.2 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.2 mi from route
Clarion Service Plaza
0.3 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.3 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.6 mi from route
Onvo Travel Plaza
1.8 mi from route
Service Plaza
1.9 mi from route
Lawn Service Plaza
2.5 mi from route
Bicentennial Tower
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, right off the route
0.7 mi from route
~2 min detour
Erie, Pennsylvania
Hours: Closed
+18144347376
Visit websiteIndian Echo Caverns
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, ~11 min detour
Home stretch
4.3 mi from route
~11 min detour
Hummelstown, Pennsylvania
Hours: 10 am–4 pm
+17175668131
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 215 decision points cluster between mile 208.9 and 303.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
208.9 mi into trip
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~3h 55m in
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US 322 / Mount Nittany Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 322 / Mount Nittany Expressway toward US 322 East: Penn State University, State College
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 73
Toward US 322 East: Penn State University, Stat...
7
293.3 mi into trip
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~5h 43m in
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US 322
Take the exit onto US 322 toward I 81 North, US 322 East, I 81 South: Hershey, Hazleton, Carlisle
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 81 North, US 322 East, I 81 South: Her...
9
296.2 mi into trip
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~5h 47m in
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US 322
Keep slight right at fork onto US 322 toward I 83 South, US 322 East: Hershey, York
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 70
Toward I 83 South, US 322 East: Hershey, York
8
300.4 mi into trip
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~5h 53m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 283 South: Harrisburg International Airport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 46A
Toward I 283 South: Harrisburg International Ai...
8
303.3 mi into trip
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~5h 57m in
Take the exit toward PA 283 East: Harrisburg International Airport, Lancaster
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 1A
Toward PA 283 East: Harrisburg International Ai...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$52.20 one way
$104.41 round trip
$4.05/gal
25.4 MPG avg
115 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $57.77 | $115.54 |
| premium | $4.81 | $61.97 | $123.95 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $61.82 | $123.64 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$52
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$77–$102
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 114.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 98.2 | 1 | $34.38 | $15.72 |
| Efficient EV | 81.9 | 0 | $28.65 | $13.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 131 | 1 | $45.84 | $20.95 |
Gas CO2
115 kg
EV CO2
38 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.
Origin
Erie, PA
Afternoon in Erie on Sunday
Local time
3:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Smoke
W 5 mph
1% chance
Live forecast
Destination
Landisville, PA
Afternoon in Landisville on Sunday
Local time
3:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
87°F
Smoke
NW 5 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
83°F
Clearfield, PA
164 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
6 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 27m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument
National Monument
More than 7,800 children from 140 Tribes went to the Carlisle School from 1879 to 1918. The National Park Service will collaborate with families, affiliated Tribal Nations, the US Army, historians, an...
16 mi from route
~40 min detour
Free
near mile 282.3
View on nps.gov
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...
19 mi from route
~47 min detour
Free
near mile 316.1
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for much of this 327.4-mile journey, with only 12% of the route on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 103.3 miles along the Keystone Shortway. This suggests a route that winds through various towns and landscapes rather than a high-speed interstate cruise. The General Potter Highway and Raymond P. Shafer Highway contribute to this more intimate, local feel. Be prepared for more frequent adjustments in speed and direction as you navigate.
Only 12% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
37 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 103.3 mi on Keystone Shortway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 208.9 miles in near US 322 / Mount Nittany Expressway.
Driving Effort
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 327.4 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 208.9 miles (US 322 / Mount Nittany Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 293.3 miles (US 322): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 296.2 miles (US 322): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,910 ft
366 ft
Total Climb
1,514 ft
Total Descent
1,761 ft
Highest Point
1,910 ft
~163.7 mi in
Elevation Range
1,544 ft
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.
Between Erie, PA and Landisville, PA, road signs point toward Shawville, State College, Hazleton, Carlisle, York and Lancaster.
Shawville
173.3 mi in
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~3h 10m
State College
208.9 mi in
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~3h 55m
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via US 322
Hazleton
293.3 mi in
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~5h 43m
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via US 322
Carlisle
293.3 mi in
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~5h 43m
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via US 322
York
296.2 mi in
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~5h 47m
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via US 322
Lancaster
303.3 mi in
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~5h 57m
About the Cities
Starting in Erie, PA
Full guide →Founded 1795
Erie is a city of about 100,000 in Northwestern Pennsylvania. It is Pennsylvania's only lake port on the Great Lakes (Lake Erie).
Top landmarks
- • USS Niagara — 2000 restoration/replica wooden-hulled 1813 snow-brig
- • Erie Land Light — lighthouse in Pennsylvania, United States
- • Boston Store — former department store, founded in Erie, Pennsylvania
Arriving in Landisville, PA
Full guide →Landisville is a town in Pennsylvania Dutch Country. Landisville is a good destination to be secluded from the hustle and bustle but also close to all the action.
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 27m. Total distance: 327.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 27m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 103.3 miles on Keystone Shortway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 24 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Landisville, 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. There are 24 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 208.9 miles (US 322 / Mount Nittany Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 293.3 miles (US 322): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 296.2 miles (US 322): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument and Appalachian National Scenic Trail. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.5 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 Landisville, 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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