Erie to Tannersville is 350.7 miles and takes about 6h 28m via Keystone Shortway, with a fuel budget near $58 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Pennsylvania, beginning in the Northeast region and concluding in the same region. Expect a more turn-heavy local drive experience rather than a high-speed interstate cruise. With a recommended one-day duration, this trip is best suited for those who enjoy a more engaged driving experience with frequent directional changes.
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
175.3 miles from Erie, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 14m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Keystone Shortway
279.3 mi
5h 5m
Raymond P Shafer Highway
66.8 mi
1h 11m
West 12th Street
2 mi
4m
PA 715
0.5 mi
<1m
State Street
0.4 mi
1m
Route 611
0.4 mi
<1m
Learn Road
0.2 mi
<1m
West Bayfront Parkway
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Keystone Shortway
— 279.3 mi, about 5h 5m
Traffic on I-80
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 34 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~1,084 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,463
Quietest
2 AM
~184 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
5.9×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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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 Tannersville, 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
279 mi·5 hr 5 min·Keystone Shortway
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi·23 sec
Exit 299Toward PA 715: TannersvilleUse the straight / right lanes.
9
Turn right onto PA 715
0.5 mi·58 sec·PA 715
10
At end of road, turn right onto PA 611; PA 715
0.4 mi·56 sec·Route 611
11
Turn left onto Pigeon Way
76 ft·4 sec·Pigeon Way
12
Continue on Pigeon Way
0.1 mi·37 sec·Pigeon Way
13
Turn sharp left onto Learn Road
0.1 mi·25 sec·Learn Road
14
Keep slight left at fork onto Learn Road
312 ft·13 sec·Learn Road
15
Arrive at destination
Learn Road
Trip Plan
Given the 6h 28m duration and local road focus, consider an early morning departure from Erie to maximize daylight. While this drive is manageable in a single day, plan for at least one stop to break up the 350.7 miles and refuel. Pay close attention to navigation, especially during the 279.3-mile stretch on the Keystone Shortway, as the "turn-heavy" nature of the route means you'll be making frequent directional changes. The estimated fuel cost of $58 is based on current pricing, so budget accordingly.
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 175.3 miles from Erie, PA, or about 3h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 279.3 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 77 miles or 1h 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 175.3 miles or 3h 14m 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 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tannersville, 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 350.7 miles and 6h 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 77 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 279.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 350.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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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
7
349.3 mi into trip|~6h 24m in
Take the exit toward PA 715: Tannersville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Exit 299
Toward PA 715: Tannersville
6
350.5 mi into trip|~6h 27m in|Learn Road
Turn sharp left onto Learn Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$62.02 one way
$124.04 round trip
$4.49/gal25.4 MPG avg123 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.92
$67.93
$135.86
premium
$5.24
$72.40
$144.81
diesel
$5.35
$73.87
$147.74
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$62
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$87–$112
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 122.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $37 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
105.2
1
$36.82
$16.83
Efficient EV
87.7
1
$30.69
$14.03
EV Truck/SUV
140.3
1
$49.10
$22.44
Gas CO2
123 kg
EV CO2
41 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.
Forecast as of Jun 1, 2026
Origin
Erie, PA
Evening
in Erie on Wednesday
Local time
5:19 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Clear
SW 2 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Tannersville, PA
Evening
in Tannersville on Wednesday
Local time
5:19 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Partly Cloudy
W 0 to 5 mph2% chanceLive 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
2 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
6h 28m 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.
Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area
Situated within the most densely populated region of the United States, Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area provides a unique opportunity to experience tranquil landscapes, rich human history,...
20 mi from route
~49 min detour
$10
near mile 350.7
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route offers a "turn-heavy local drive" profile, with a 0% highway share. The majority of your time will be spent on local roads, so be prepared for frequent adjustments. Your longest uninterrupted stretch will be 279.3 miles on the Keystone Shortway, which is a significant portion of the journey. The road character will likely shift as you navigate through various local terrains and potentially smaller towns.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 279.3 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 Effort4/10
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 28m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 11 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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 28m. Total distance: 350.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 28m 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 279.3 miles on Keystone Shortway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 39 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 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 Tannersville, 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 39 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
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.
Yes — Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. 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 Tannersville, PA before the return drive.
