Origin
Hempfield, PA
Late night in Hempfield on Sunday
Local time
5:55 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hempfield, PA to Hilltown, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 35m
Distance
55.1 mi
89 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 28m
★
6 AM
1h 35m
8 AM
1h 50m
10 AM
1h 40m
12 PM
1h 39m
3 PM
1h 41m
5 PM
1h 49m
8 PM
1h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hempfield, PA
Jack Pace
Hilltown, PA
Jack Pace
Trip Overview
Hempfield, PA to Hilltown, PA is 55.1 miles and takes about 1h 35m via US 30 and East Berlin Road, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip covers a relatively short distance within the Northeast region, staying within Pennsylvania. You'll experience a mixed drive, so expect a blend of highway speeds and more local road conditions. It's a straightforward journey perfect for a single-day trip, offering a practical way to get from point A to point B without extensive planning.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
27.5 miles from Hempfield, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 46m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 30 | 16.9 mi | 25m |
| East Berlin Road | 8.8 mi | 13m |
| West Canal Road | 5.8 mi | 10m |
| Heidlersburg Road | 5.6 mi | 8m |
| Cashtown Road | 3.5 mi | 7m |
| Davidsburg Road | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Arendtsville Road | 2.1 mi | 4m |
| Roosevelt Avenue | 1.7 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
US 30
— 16.9 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hempfield, PA and Hilltown, PA.
1
Start on Summit Drive
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Summit Drive
2
Turn right onto Kennel Avenue
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
Kennel Avenue
3
Continue on Concordia Road
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Concordia Road
4
At end of road, turn left onto Prospect Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Prospect Road
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Toward US 30 West: York
6
Merge onto US 30
17 mi
·
25 min
·
US 30
7
Turn right onto Roosevelt Avenue
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Roosevelt Avenue
8
Turn left onto PA 238
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Church Road
9
Turn right onto PA 74
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Carlisle Road
10
Turn left onto Davidsburg Road
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Davidsburg Road
11
Turn slight left onto West Canal Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West Canal Road
12
Continue on West Canal Road
5.0 mi
·
8 min
·
West Canal Road
13
Turn right onto PA 234
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Berlin Road
14
Continue on PA 234
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
East King Street
15
Continue on PA 234
7.9 mi
·
11 min
·
East Berlin Road
16
Continue on PA 234
5.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Heidlersburg Road
17
Continue on PA 234
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
East York Street
18
Continue on PA 234
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Arendtsville Road
19
Continue on PA 234
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
20
At end of road, turn left onto North High Street
107 ft
·
4 sec
·
North High Street
21
Turn right onto Chambersburg Street
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
Chambersburg Street
22
Continue on Cashtown Road
3.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Cashtown Road
23
Continue on High Street
480 ft
·
16 sec
·
High Street
24
Turn right onto Hilltown Road
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
Hilltown Road
25
Arrive at destination
Hilltown Road
Trip Plan
Given the 1 hour and 35-minute duration, this is a trip you can easily complete in a single day. Consider departing mid-morning to allow for a relaxed start and to avoid peak rush hour traffic. With only 55.1 miles, you won't need to worry extensively about fuel, though the estimated $9 cost is helpful for budgeting. The longest stretch on US 30 is nearly 17 miles, so plan your fuel stops accordingly before you get too far into the more local road segments.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 27.5 miles from Hempfield, PA, or about 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 16.9 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 12 miles or 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 27.5 miles or 46m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hilltown, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Hempfield, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Hempfield, PA
This is one driving day of about 55.1 miles and 1h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 12 miles from Hempfield, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 30 for about 16.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.5 miles from Hempfield, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 115 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 54.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Kennel Avenue
Turn right onto Kennel Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
1.3 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
Prospect Road
At end of road, turn left onto Prospect Road
Navigation decision point
4
2.2 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the ramp toward US 30 West: York
Navigation decision point
Toward US 30 West: York
5
51 mi into trip
|
~1h 25m in
|
North High Street
At end of road, turn left onto North High Street
Navigation decision point
5
54.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 34m in
|
Hilltown Road
Turn right onto Hilltown Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.13 one way
$18.27 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $10.00 | $20.01 |
| premium | $4.93 | $10.69 | $21.37 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.17 | $24.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.5 | 0 | $5.79 | $2.64 |
| Efficient EV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.82 | $2.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22 | 0 | $7.71 | $3.53 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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
Hilltown, PA
Late night in Hilltown on Sunday
Local time
5:55 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
47°F
Dover, PA
28 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
8 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
1h 35m 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.
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...
18 mi from route
~45 min detour
Free
near mile 43.7
View on nps.gov
Appalachian National Scenic Trail
National Scenic Trail
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...
25 mi from route
~62 min detour
Free
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive offers a mixed terrain, with about 31% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 16.9 miles along US 30, providing a period of consistent travel. As you transition from US 30 to East Berlin Road and West Canal Road, the character of the drive will likely change, introducing more local road conditions. Be prepared for varying speeds and road types throughout the 1 hour and 35-minute trip.
31% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 16.9 mi on US 30.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near Kennel Avenue.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 35m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (Kennel Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (Prospect Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.2 miles: Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 35m. Total distance: 55.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (31%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 16.9 miles on US 30. 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: at 0.3 miles (Kennel Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (Prospect Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.2 miles: Navigation decision point.
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.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Hilltown, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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