Origin
Erie, PA
Late night in Erie on Tuesday
Local time
5:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Erie, PA to Yorklyn, PA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 29m
Distance
324.8 mi
523 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$54
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 17m
★
6 AM
6h 29m
8 AM
6h 54m
10 AM
6h 38m
12 PM
6h 35m
3 PM
6h 39m
5 PM
6h 52m
8 PM
6h 22m
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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Yorklyn, PA
Haneul Trac
Trip Overview
This 324.8-mile drive from Erie to Yorklyn, Pennsylvania, will take approximately 6 hours and 29 minutes, making it a feasible, though long, day trip. You'll navigate primarily on the Keystone Shortway and the General Potter Highway, with a smaller portion on the Raymond P Shafer Highway. With a fuel cost estimated around $54, this route offers a straightforward journey through Pennsylvania's Northeast region. Consider this drive if you prefer a single-day adventure with minimal highway time, focusing on local roads.
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
162.4 miles from Erie, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 58m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Keystone Shortway | 103.3 mi | 1h 50m |
| General Potter Highway | 79.4 mi | 1h 42m |
| Raymond P Shafer Highway | 66.8 mi | 1h 11m |
| I 83 | 21.9 mi | 26m |
| 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
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Erie, PA and Yorklyn, 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
103 mi
·
1 hr 50 min
·
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
·
1 min
·
Shawville Highway
Use the straight lane.
10
Turn left onto US 322
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Woodland Bigler Highway
11
Continue on US 322
7.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Philipsburg Bigler Highway
12
Continue on US 322
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
North Front Street
13
Continue on US 322; PA 53
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
North Centre Street
14
Turn left onto US 322
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Railroad Street
15
Continue on US 322
5.9 mi
·
8 min
·
Port Matilda Highway
16
Turn slight right onto US 322
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Upper Flat Rock Road
17
Continue on US 322
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Flat Rock Road
18
Continue on US 322
8.6 mi
·
9 min
·
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
·
4 min
·
I 99; US 220; US 322
Use the straight lane.
20
Keep slight right at fork onto US 322
6.2 mi
·
8 min
·
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
·
4 min
·
Boal Avenue
Use the straight lane.
22
Continue on US 322; PA 144 Truck
79 mi
·
1 hr 42 min
·
General Potter Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Turn left onto Paxton Street
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Paxton Street
24
Turn right onto South 13th Street
269 ft
·
3 sec
·
South 13th Street
25
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward I 83 South: York
26
Merge onto I 83
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
I 83
Use the straight lane.
27
Keep slight right at fork onto I 83
20 mi
·
24 min
·
I 83
Toward I 83 South: York, Baltimore
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
28
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward US 30 East
29
Merge onto US 30
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Arsenal Road
30
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Toward PA 24
31
Keep slight right at fork
265 ft
·
7 sec
Toward PA 24 South
32
Turn straight onto PA 24
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Mount Zion Road
33
Turn left onto Concord Road
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Concord Road
Use the left lane.
34
Turn left onto Oakleigh Drive
35 ft
·
1 sec
·
Oakleigh Drive
35
Arrive at destination
Oakleigh Drive
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 6-hour and 29-minute journey, consider an early morning departure to avoid potential traffic and maximize daylight. With only one recommended stop, plan it strategically to break up the 324.8 miles. Given the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, staying alert and paying close attention to your navigation is crucial, especially on the General Potter Highway and Raymond P Shafer Highway segments. The $54 fuel cost is a good baseline, but always factor in a buffer for unexpected detours or longer stops.
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 162.4 miles from Erie, PA, or about 2h 58m 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 71 miles or 1h 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 162.4 miles or 2h 58m 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 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Yorklyn, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
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 324.8 miles and 6h 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 71 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
162 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 71 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 162.4 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 225 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 299.1 — 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
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~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.
6
205 mi into trip
|
~3h 50m in
|
I 99; US 220; US 322
Keep slight left at fork onto I 99; US 220; US 322
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
208.9 mi into trip
|
~3h 55m in
|
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...
8
299.1 mi into trip
|
~5h 54m in
|
I 83
Keep slight right at fork onto I 83 toward I 83 South: York, Baltimore
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 83 South: York, Baltimore
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$53.85 one way
$107.70 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
114 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $58.98 | $117.95 |
| premium | $4.93 | $62.99 | $125.98 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $71.71 | $143.42 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$54
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$79–$104
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 113.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 97.4 | 1 | $34.10 | $15.59 |
| Efficient EV | 81.2 | 0 | $28.42 | $12.99 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 129.9 | 1 | $45.47 | $20.79 |
Gas CO2
114 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.
Destination
Yorklyn, PA
Late night in Yorklyn on Tuesday
Local time
5:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
64°F
Clearfield, PA
162 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
17 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 29m 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 turn-heavy local drive, with only about 10% of the route on highways. Your longest uninterrupted stretch will be 103.3 miles along the Keystone Shortway, offering a chance to settle in. The General Potter Highway and Raymond P Shafer Highway will likely present a more winding, local feel, requiring your attention. This route is less about high-speed cruising and more about engaging with the Pennsylvania landscape as you make your way south.
Only 10% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
35 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 0.4 miles in near PA 5; PA 290 / West 12th Street.
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 22 significant decision points across 324.8 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 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 205 miles (I 99; US 220; US 322): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Yorklyn, PA, road signs point toward Shawville, State College and Baltimore.
Shawville
173.3 mi in
|
~3h 10m
State College
208.9 mi in
|
~3h 55m
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via US 322
Baltimore
299.1 mi in
|
~5h 54m
|
via I 83
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 29m. Total distance: 324.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 29m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
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.
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 Yorklyn, 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 205 miles (I 99; US 220; US 322): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.5 hours each way, a round trip means 13.0 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Yorklyn, 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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