Origin
Greencastle, PA
Late night in Greencastle on Sunday
Local time
3:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Greencastle, PA to Claylick, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
18m
Distance
11.1 mi
18 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 17m
★
6 AM
0h 19m
8 AM
0h 22m
10 AM
0h 20m
12 PM
0h 19m
3 PM
0h 20m
5 PM
0h 22m
8 PM
0h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Greencastle, PA
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Claylick, PA
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Trip Overview
This short, 11.1-mile journey from Greencastle to Claylick, Pennsylvania, is easily manageable in just 18 minutes, making it an ideal candidate for a quick day trip. With no highway driving and an estimated fuel cost of just $2, it's an economical option for exploring the Northeast region. The route is characterized by its numerous turns, suggesting a more local and potentially winding experience rather than a straight shot. Given its brevity, you won't need to worry about overnight stays; you can easily fit this into a larger itinerary or enjoy it as a standalone excursion.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Welsh Run Road | 6 mi | 10m |
| Buchanan Trail West | 4.8 mi | 7m |
| West Baltimore Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Fort Loudon Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Welsh Run Road
— 6 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Greencastle, PA and Claylick, PA.
1
Start on PA 16
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
West Baltimore Street
Use the straight lane.
2
Continue on PA 16
4.8 mi
·
7 min
·
Buchanan Trail West
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Turn left onto PA 995
6.0 mi
·
10 min
·
Welsh Run Road
4
Turn sharp left onto PA 75
88 ft
·
1 sec
·
Fort Loudon Road
5
Arrive at destination
PA 75
Heads-up: tricky spots
3 of 33 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 11.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
PA 16 / West Baltimore Street
Depart onto PA 16 / West Baltimore Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
3
5.1 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
PA 995 / Welsh Run Road
Turn left onto PA 995 / Welsh Run Road
Navigation decision point
5
11.1 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
PA 75 / Fort Loudon Road
Turn sharp left onto PA 75 / Fort Loudon Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.84 one way
$3.68 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $2.02 | $4.03 |
| premium | $4.93 | $2.15 | $4.31 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.45 | $4.90 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.3 | 0 | $1.17 | $0.53 |
| Efficient EV | 2.8 | 0 | $0.97 | $0.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.4 | 0 | $1.55 | $0.71 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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
Claylick, PA
Late night in Claylick on Sunday
Local time
3:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
27 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
18m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a decidedly local drive with a 'turn-heavy' profile, meaning you'll be making frequent adjustments to your direction. This route features zero highway miles, so you'll be navigating primarily on local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 6 miles along Welsh Run Road, offering a brief period of steady travel before the next turn. The road conditions will likely be consistent with rural Pennsylvania, emphasizing a hands-on driving experience rather than high-speed cruising.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
5 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 6 mi on Welsh Run Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near PA 16 / West Baltimore Street.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Greencastle, PA to Claylick, PA is easy. At 18m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (PA 16 / West Baltimore Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.1 miles (PA 995 / Welsh Run Road): Navigation decision point; at 11.1 miles (PA 75 / Fort Loudon Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 18m. Total distance: 11.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 6 miles on Welsh Run Road. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (PA 16 / West Baltimore Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.1 miles (PA 995 / Welsh Run Road): Navigation decision point; at 11.1 miles (PA 75 / Fort Loudon Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Claylick, PA before heading back.
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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