Haverford, PA to Kane, PA is 303.2 miles and takes about 6h 6m via Keystone Shortway, with a fuel budget near $54 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip takes you from the Northeast region of Pennsylvania to another part of the Northeast, staying within the state for the entire drive. You'll spend most of your time on surface roads, so expect a more relaxed pace than a pure interstate trip. 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
151.6 miles from Haverford, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 54m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Keystone Shortway
165.5 mi
3h
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
75 mi
1h 21m
Bennetts Valley Highway
10.5 mi
16m
Million Dollar Highway
8.3 mi
12m
State Park Road
7.5 mi
13m
US 219
6.6 mi
7m
Buena Vista Highway
4.9 mi
8m
Johnsonburg Road
4.4 mi
6m
Longest stretch:
Keystone Shortway
— 165.5 mi, about 3h
Traffic on I-80
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 52 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~1,092 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,504
Quietest
2 AM
~185 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 Haverford, PA and Kane, PA.
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Start on this road
10 ft·4 sec·this road
2
Turn right onto Winsor Lane
343 ft·14 sec·Winsor Lane
3
Turn right onto Woodside Road
525 ft·21 sec·Woodside Road
4
Turn right onto Montgomery Avenue
0.7 mi·1 min·Montgomery Avenue
5
Turn slight right onto New Gulph Road
1.1 mi·2 min·New Gulph Road
6
Continue on Old Gulph Road
2.3 mi·5 min·Old Gulph Road
7
Turn right onto West Matsonford Road
1.2 mi·2 min·West Matsonford Road
8
Take the ramp
110 ft·3 sec
Toward I 76 West, I 476 North: Valley Forge, Plymouth MeetingUse the right lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·54 sec
Toward I 476 North: Plymouth MeetingUse the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 95Toward PA 940, I 80: Hazleton, Mount Pocono
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·23 sec
15
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·40 sec
Toward I 80 West: Hazleton
16
Merge onto I 80
166 mi·3 hr·Keystone Shortway
17
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward PA 153: Clearfield, Penfield
18
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·32 sec
19
Turn straight onto PA 153
7.5 mi·13 min·State Park Road
20
Turn right onto PA 255
7.9 mi·12 min·Bennetts Valley Highway
21
Continue on PA 255
0.2 mi·20 sec·Million Dollar Highway
22
Continue on PA 255
2.6 mi·3 min·Bennetts Valley Highway
23
Turn straight onto PA 255
8.1 mi·12 min·Million Dollar Highway
24
Continue on PA 120; PA 255
0.1 mi·14 sec·South Saint Marys Street
25
Turn right onto PA 120; PA 255
147 ft·3 sec·Railroad Street
26
Turn left onto PA 120; PA 255
382 ft·8 sec·South Michael Street
27
Continue on PA 255
0.1 mi·14 sec·North Michael Street
28
Turn left onto PA 255
0.7 mi·1 min·Maurus Street
29
Continue on PA 255
4.4 mi·6 min·Johnsonburg Road
30
Continue on PA 255
2.3 mi·3 min·Johnsonburg-Saint Marys Road
31
Continue on PA 255
0.8 mi·1 min·Powers Avenue
32
Keep slight right at fork
149 ft·5 sec
33
Merge onto US 219
6.6 mi·7 min·US 219
34
Keep slight left at fork onto US 219
0.1 mi·7 sec·Wilcox Road
35
Continue on PA 321
4.9 mi·8 min·Buena Vista Highway
36
Continue on PA 321
0.8 mi·1 min·Brick Yard Road
37
Continue on PA 321
1.5 mi·2 min·Kane-Wilcox Road
38
Continue on PA 321
1.4 mi·2 min·Brickyard Road
39
Continue on PA 321
0.2 mi·25 sec·Brick Yard Road
40
Continue on PA 321
0.2 mi·25 sec·Westerberg Way
41
At end of road, turn left onto US 6; PA 321
114 ft·3 sec·Biddle Street
42
Turn right onto PA 321
0.3 mi·58 sec·Hacker Street
43
Turn left onto Haines Street
0.4 mi·1 min·Haines Street
44
Turn right onto US 6
91 ft·3 sec·North Fraley Street
45
Arrive at destination
US 6
Trip Plan
Given the 6-hour duration, leaving Haverford in the morning, around 8 or 9 AM, should allow you to reach Kane with plenty of daylight remaining. The route has only one suggested stop, so plan your breaks accordingly, perhaps around the halfway point or when you transition off the Keystone Shortway. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the $54 estimate is based on current prices and your specific vehicle's efficiency. Since this is a single-day trip, you have the flexibility to adjust your departure time or add a quick stop if needed.
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 151.6 miles from Haverford, PA, or about 2h 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 165.5 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 67 miles or 1h 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 151.6 miles or 2h 54m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kane, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Haverford, 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 Haverford, PA
This is one driving day of about 303.2 miles and 6h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 67 miles from Haverford, 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 165.5 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 24
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 84.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|Winsor Lane
Turn right onto Winsor Lane
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|Woodside Road
Turn right onto Woodside Road
Navigation decision point
7
5.5 mi into trip|~12m in
Take the ramp toward I 76 West, I 476 North: Valley Forge, Plymouth Meeting
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward I 76 West, I 476 North: Valley Forge, Pl...
7
5.5 mi into trip|~12m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 476 North: Plymouth Meeting
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 476 North: Plymouth Meeting
6
84.4 mi into trip|~1h 39m in
Take the exit toward PA 940, I 80: Hazleton, Mount Pocono
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 95
Toward PA 940, I 80: Hazleton, Mount Pocono
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$48.34 one way
$96.69 round trip
$4.05/gal25.4 MPG avg106 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.48
$53.50
$107.00
premium
$4.81
$57.39
$114.79
diesel
$4.80
$57.25
$114.50
Estimated Tolls: $9.75
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(75 mi)$9.75
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
$48
Tolls
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$83–$108
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 106.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $32 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
91
1
$31.84
$14.55
Efficient EV
75.8
0
$26.53
$12.13
EV Truck/SUV
121.3
1
$42.45
$19.40
Gas CO2
106 kg
EV CO2
35 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 Jul 21, 2026
Origin
Haverford, PA
Late night
in Haverford on Tuesday
Local time
5:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Partly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 5 mph17% chanceLive forecast
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 20 at 3:53PM EDT until July 22 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued July 20 at 2:44PM EDT until July 22 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
Destination
Kane, PA
Late night
in Kane on Tuesday
Local time
5:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Mostly Cloudy
S 5 mph1% chanceLive forecast
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 20 at 3:53PM EDT until July 22 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued July 20 at 2:44PM EDT until July 22 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
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
9 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 6m 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.
Independence National Historical Park
National Historical Park
The park represents the founding ideals of the nation, and preserves national and international symbols of freedom and democracy, including Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell. The Declaration of I...
Visit the house where wounded Polish freedom fighter Thaddeus Kosciuszko lived and hear how this brilliant military engineer designed successful fortifications during the American Revolution. See the...
Valley Forge is the place where George Washington and the Continental Army took refuge during the winter of 1777-1778. Today the park protects 3,500 acres of meadows, woodlands, historic landscapes, a...
9 mi from route
~22 min detour
Free
near mile 10.5
Famous as the First State to ratify the Constitution, Delaware was born out of a conflict among three world powers for dominance of the Delaware Valley. From this beginning, the region developed a dis...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive features 28% highway travel, meaning you'll transition from limited-access highways to surface roads. The longest stretch on a highway is 165.5 miles along the Keystone Shortway, offering a period of consistent cruising. After this, you'll primarily navigate surface roads, indicated by the 'Mostly surface roads' profile. Expect more frequent intersections and varying speed limits as you move away from the highway.
Only 28% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
45 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 165.5 mi on Keystone Shortway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
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 early in the drive near Winsor Lane.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 303.2 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: near the start (Winsor Lane): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Woodside Road): Navigation decision point; at 5.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Hilly terrain with moderate elevation changes
2,033 ft258 ft
Total Climb
3,806 ft
Total Descent
2,092 ft
Highest Point
2,033 ft
~303.2 mi in
Elevation Range
1,775 ft
Notable High Points
1,683 ft at ~173.3 miles+645 ft prominence
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Haverford, PA and Kane, PA, road signs point toward Mount Pocono and Penfield.
Haverford Township is a region of Delaware County in Southeastern Pennsylvania. It is a western suburb of Philadelphia. About 50,000 people live in Haverford Township. It was founded by the Welsh Quakers in 1681 and purchased by William Penn.
Kane is a small town of 4,000 people in Northwest Pennsylvania adjacent to the Allegheny National Forest. This article also covers nearby Mount Jewett, which had a population of about 850 in 2020.
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 6m. Total distance: 303.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 6m 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 165.5 miles on Keystone Shortway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $9.75 in tolls one way, starting with Pennsylvania Turnpike. 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.
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 Kane, 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: near the start (Winsor Lane): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Woodside Road): Navigation decision point; at 5.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Independence National Historical Park, Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial and Valley Forge National Historical Park (4 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.1 hours each way, a round trip means 12.2 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Kane, PA before the return drive.
