Hempfield, PA to Hermitage, PA is 279.5 miles and takes about 5h 40m via Summit Drive, Marietta Avenue, and Ivy Drive, with a fuel budget near $47 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Pennsylvania, traversing the Northeast region. Since it's entirely on surface roads, expect a more relaxed pace through local communities rather than high-speed highway travel. It's a single-day trip with one planned stop, making it a manageable excursion for a weekend or a weekday.
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
139.8 miles from Hempfield, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 2m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Keystone Shortway
118 mi
2h 6m
US 322
54.4 mi
1h 7m
US 22
24.5 mi
32m
PA 283
20.6 mi
23m
Mount Nittany Expressway
17.5 mi
21m
Port Matilda Highway
10.1 mi
14m
Philipsburg Bigler Highway
7.1 mi
8m
I 83
3.7 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
Keystone Shortway
— 118 mi, about 2h 6m
Traffic on I-80
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 24 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~1,041 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,388
Quietest
2 AM
~180 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
5.8×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 103 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 Hempfield, PA and Hermitage, PA.
1
Start on Summit Drive
0.4 mi·1 min·Summit Drive
2
Continue on Summit Drive
0.5 mi·1 min·Summit Drive
3
Turn right onto PA 23
0.2 mi·34 sec·Marietta Avenue
Use the right lane.
4
Turn left onto Ivy Drive
0.9 mi·2 min·Ivy Drive
5
At end of road, turn left onto Stony Battery Road
2.4 mi·4 min·Stony Battery Road
6
Turn left onto West Main Street
0.4 mi·44 sec·West Main Street
7
Continue on Old Harrisburg Pike
1.1 mi·1 min·Old Harrisburg Pike
8
Turn straight onto South Esbenshade Road
427 ft·9 sec·South Esbenshade Road
9
Continue on Esbenshade Road
0.3 mi·41 sec·Esbenshade Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·25 sec
Toward PA 283 West: Harrisburg
11
Merge onto PA 283
21 mi·23 min·PA 283
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.5 mi·47 sec
Toward I 283 North: Harrisburg
13
Merge onto I 283
1.9 mi·2 min·I 283
14
Keep slight right at fork onto I 283
0.2 mi·30 sec·I 283
Exit 3B-CToward I 83 North, US 322
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·34 sec
Exit 3BToward I 83 North, US 322 West: Hazleton, State College
16
Continue on I 83
3.7 mi·5 min·I 83
17
Continue on US 322
2.4 mi·3 min·US 322
Exit 51AToward I 81 South, US 322 West: Carlisle, State College
18
Take the exit onto US 322
0.3 mi·27 sec·US 322
Exit 67A; 67BToward US 22 East, PA 230 East, US 22 West, US 322 West: Harrisburg, Lewistown, State College
19
Keep slight right at fork onto US 322
52 mi·1 hr 3 min·US 322
Exit 67BToward US 22 West, US 322 West: Lewistown, State CollegeUse the slight right lane.
20
Keep slight left at fork onto US 22; US 322
24 mi·32 min·US 22; US 322
Toward US 22 West, US 322 West: Mount Union, State College
21
Continue on US 322; PA 144 Truck
2.6 mi·4 min·Boal Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
22
Continue on US 322; PA 144 Truck
18 mi·21 min·Mount Nittany Expressway
23
Keep slight right at fork onto US 322
1.0 mi·1 min·28th Division Highway
Exit 62Toward US 322 West: Philipsburg
24
Continue on US 322
10 mi·14 min·Port Matilda Highway
Use the straight lane.
25
Continue on US 322
1.0 mi·2 min·Railroad Street
26
Turn right onto US 322; PA 53
0.1 mi·10 sec·North Centre Street
27
Continue on US 322; PA 53
0.3 mi·25 sec·North Front Street
28
Continue on US 322
7.1 mi·8 min·Philipsburg Bigler Highway
29
Continue on US 322
2.8 mi·3 min·Woodland Bigler Highway
30
Turn right onto PA 970
1.6 mi·2 min·Shawville Highway
Use the straight lane.
31
Take the exit
0.3 mi·40 sec
32
Merge onto I 80
118 mi·2 hr 6 min·Keystone Shortway
33
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 4BToward PA 760 North: Sharon-Hermitage
34
Merge onto PA 760
0.2 mi·15 sec·Beaver Valley Expressway
35
Take the exit
0.3 mi·35 sec
Toward PA 18 North: Hermitage
36
Merge onto PA 18
341 ft·7 sec·New Castle Road
37
Continue on PA 18
3.1 mi·6 min·South Hermitage Road
Use the straight lane.
38
Turn right onto US 62 Business
231 ft·5 sec·East State Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
39
Arrive at destination
US 62 Business
Trip Plan
Given the 5h 40m estimated duration and 279.5-mile length, starting your drive in Hempfield, PA, in the morning is advisable to make the most of daylight. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in timing your break. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the estimated cost is $47 and this route does not utilize highways where fuel stops are typically more frequent. The route's profile of mostly surface roads means you'll be passing through various communities, so be mindful of local speed limits and potential traffic.
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 139.8 miles from Hempfield, PA, or about 3h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 118 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 61 miles or 1h 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 139.8 miles or 3h 2m 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 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hermitage, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hempfield, 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 Hempfield, PA
This is one driving day of about 279.5 miles and 5h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 61 miles from Hempfield, 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 118 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 29.6 and 88.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
29.6 mi into trip|~40m in|I 283
Keep slight right at fork onto I 283 toward I 83 North, US 322
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 3B-C
Toward I 83 North, US 322
8
29.8 mi into trip|~41m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 83 North, US 322 West: Hazleton, State College
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 3B
Toward I 83 North, US 322 West: Hazleton, State...
6
36.2 mi into trip|~50m in|US 322
Take the exit onto US 322 toward US 22 East, PA 230 East, US 22 West, US 322 West: Harrisburg, Lewistown, State College
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 67A; 67B
Toward US 22 East, PA 230 East, US 22 West, US...
9
36.5 mi into trip|~50m in|US 322
Keep slight right at fork onto US 322 toward US 22 West, US 322 West: Lewistown, State College
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 67B
Toward US 22 West, US 322 West: Lewistown, Stat...
6
88.3 mi into trip|~1h 54m in|US 22; US 322
Keep slight left at fork onto US 22; US 322 toward US 22 West, US 322 West: Mount Union, State College
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 22 West, US 322 West: Mount Union, St...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$49.19 one way
$98.38 round trip
$4.47/gal25.4 MPG avg98 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.89
$53.79
$107.57
premium
$5.23
$57.51
$115.01
diesel
$6.18
$67.99
$135.99
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$49
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$74–$99
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 97.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-12.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
83.9
1
$29.35
$13.42
Efficient EV
69.9
0
$24.46
$11.18
EV Truck/SUV
111.8
1
$39.13
$17.89
Gas CO2
98 kg
EV CO2
33 kg (66% 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 Oct 16, 2026
Origin
Hempfield, PA
Morning
in Hempfield on Saturday
Local time
7:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy
NW 12 to 17 mph47% chanceLive forecast
Freeze Watch
Freeze Watch issued October 16 at 6:07PM EDT until October 18 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Pittsburgh PA
Severe Thunderstorm Watch
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued October 16 at 3:52PM EDT until October 16 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
Destination
Hermitage, PA
Morning
in Hermitage on Saturday
Local time
7:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
37°F
Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy
NW 14 mph83% chanceLive forecast
Freeze Watch
Freeze Watch issued October 16 at 6:07PM EDT until October 18 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Pittsburgh PA
Severe Thunderstorm Watch
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued October 16 at 3:52PM EDT until October 16 at 8:00PM 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
10 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
5h 40m 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.
Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument
National Monument
More than 7,800 children from 140 Tribes went to the Carlisle School from 1879 to 1918. The National Park Service will collaborate with families, affiliated Tribal Nations, the US Army, historians, an...
16 mi from route
~40 min detour
Free
near mile 48.2
The Appalachian Trail is a 2,190+ mile long public footpath that traverses the scenic, wooded, pastoral, wild, and culturally resonant lands of the Appalachian Mountains. Conceived in 1921, built by p...
19 mi from route
~48 min detour
Free
near mile 19.3
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
With a 0% highway share, this route is entirely on surface roads. You'll be navigating local streets like Summit Drive, Marietta Avenue, and Ivy Drive for the full 279.5 miles. Expect to encounter traffic signals and varying speed limits as you pass through towns and rural areas. The longest stretch without a significant change in direction or road type is not specified, but the overall profile suggests a consistently surface-road experience.
44% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
39 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 118 mi on Keystone Shortway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 29.6 miles in near I 283.
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 24 significant decision points across 279.5 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 29.6 miles (I 283): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 29.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 36.2 miles (US 322): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
2,109 ft352 ft
Total Climb
2,310 ft
Total Descent
1,783 ft
Highest Point
2,109 ft
~139.8 mi in
Elevation Range
1,757 ft
Notable High Points
2,109 ft at ~139.8 miles+971 ft prominence
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Hempfield, PA and Hermitage, PA, road signs point toward State College and Lewistown.
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 40m. Total distance: 279.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 118 miles on Keystone Shortway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 19 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 Hermitage, 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 19 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 29.6 miles (I 283): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 29.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 36.2 miles (US 322): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument and Appalachian National Scenic Trail. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.7 hours each way, a round trip means 11.3 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Hermitage, PA before the return drive.
