Haverford, PA to Mansfield, PA is 218.2 miles and takes about 4h 19m via the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and US 15, with a fuel budget near $36 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This highway-focused drive takes you through Pennsylvania's Northeast region. With a recommended single day of travel, this route is best suited for those prioritizing efficiency over leisurely exploration. You'll spend most of your time on well-maintained highways, making it a straightforward journey.
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
109.1 miles from Haverford, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 8m into the drive
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Exit 95Toward PA 940, I 80: Hazleton, Mount Pocono
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Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·23 sec
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Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·40 sec
Toward I 80 West: Hazleton
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Merge onto I 80
66 mi·1 hr 12 min·Keystone Shortway
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Take the exit
0.3 mi·38 sec
Exit 210A-BToward US 15: Lewisburg, WilliamsportUse the slight right lane.
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Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·40 sec
Exit 210BToward US 15 North: Williamsport
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Merge onto US 15
2.6 mi·3 min·Westbranch Highway
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Continue on US 15
12 mi·16 min·US Highway 15
Use the straight lane.
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Continue on US 15
1.1 mi·1 min·Montgomery Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
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Continue on US 15
0.6 mi·1 min·Hastings Street
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Continue on US 15
0.4 mi·58 sec·Market Street
Use the left lane.
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Take the exit onto US 15
0.2 mi·31 sec·US 15
Use the left lane.
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Merge onto I 180; US 15; US 220
1.6 mi·2 min·Susquehanna Beltway
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Keep slight right at fork onto US 15
47 mi·52 min·US 15
Exit 29Toward US 15 North: MansfieldUse the straight / slight right lanes.
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Take the exit
0.4 mi·1 min
Exit 182Toward US 6: Mansfield, WellsboroUse the slight right lane.
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Keep slight left at fork
198 ft·10 sec
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Turn left onto US 6
0.7 mi·1 min·West Wellsboro Street
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Arrive at destination
US 6
Trip Plan
Given the manageable 4h 19m drive time, leaving in the morning from Haverford, PA, will comfortably get you to Mansfield, PA, with plenty of daylight to spare. You'll only need one planned stop for fuel or a break, and the $36 fuel cost is a good estimate to keep in mind. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 75 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, so plan your needs before entering that segment. Since this is a one-day trip, you have flexibility; consider an early start to maximize your time upon arrival in Mansfield.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 109.1 miles from Haverford, PA, or about 2h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 75 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 48 miles or 1h in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 109.1 miles or 2h 8m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Mansfield, 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 218.2 miles and 4h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 48 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 Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension for about 75 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 19
5 decision points cluster between mile 5.5 and 217.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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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...
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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
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151.4 mi into trip|~2h 55m in
Take the exit toward US 15: Lewisburg, Williamsport
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 210A-B
Toward US 15: Lewisburg, Williamsport
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170.4 mi into trip|~3h 24m in|US 15
Keep slight right at fork onto US 15 toward US 15 North: Mansfield
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 29
Toward US 15 North: Mansfield
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217.1 mi into trip|~4h 16m in
Take the exit toward US 6: Mansfield, Wellsboro
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 182
Toward US 6: Mansfield, Wellsboro
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$36.17 one way
$72.35 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg76 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$39.62
$79.24
premium
$4.93
$42.32
$84.63
diesel
$5.61
$48.18
$96.35
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
$36
Tolls
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$71–$96
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 76.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
65.5
0
$22.91
$10.47
Efficient EV
54.6
0
$19.09
$8.73
EV Truck/SUV
87.3
1
$30.55
$13.96
Gas CO2
76 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Haverford, PA
Morning
in Haverford on Sunday
Local time
10:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
90°F
Mostly Sunny
SW 5 to 15 mph1% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 4:45AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 4:42AM EDT by NWS State College PA
Destination
Mansfield, PA
Morning
in Mansfield on Sunday
Local time
10:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
68°F
Williamsport, PA
109 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
49 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
4h 19m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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.
Valley Forge National Historical Park
National Historical Park
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...
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...
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 route is primarily a highway drive, with 63% of the journey on major roads. You'll experience a significant stretch of 75 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, offering a consistent, high-speed experience. As you transition to the Keystone Shortway and then US 15, the character remains largely highway-focused, allowing for steady progress. Expect smooth sailing for the majority of this trip, designed for efficient travel between these two points in Pennsylvania.
63% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
30 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 75 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and Keystone Shortway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.5 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
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 19 significant decision points across 218.2 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: at 5.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 151.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Mansfield, PA, road signs point toward Mount Pocono and Williamsport.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 19m. Total distance: 218.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 75 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension. 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.
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 Mansfield, 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 5.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 151.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Valley Forge National Historical Park, Independence National Historical Park and Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial (4 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Mansfield, PA, but most travelers stay overnight.
