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Trip from Lansford, PA to Erie, PA

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

6h 14m

Distance

330.7 mi

532 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$55

one way

EV Charging

Good

6 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min
4 AM
6h 2m ★
6 AM
6h 15m
8 AM
6h 40m
10 AM
6h 24m
12 PM
6h 21m
3 PM
6h 25m
5 PM
6h 39m
8 PM
6h 7m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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borough in Carbon County, Pennsylvania, United States

Lansford, PA

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Downtown Erie, PA, PA

Erie, PA

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Trip Overview

This 330.7-mile journey from Lansford, PA to Erie, PA is a substantial drive, estimated to take around 6 hours and 14 minutes. Primarily utilizing the Keystone Shortway and I-79, with a stretch on I-81, this route is best tackled as a single-day trip, though you might consider an overnight if you prefer a more relaxed pace. With a projected fuel cost of approximately $55, it's an economical option for crossing Pennsylvania. The drive offers a mix of experiences as you traverse the Northeast region of the state, concluding your trip in Erie.

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

165.3 miles from Lansford, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 12m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Keystone Shortway 236.1 mi 4h 14m
I 79 65.8 mi 1h 10m
I 81 7 mi 8m
Pine Street 5.3 mi 8m
State Route 93 3.7 mi 7m
East Water Street 2.3 mi 3m
West 12th Street 2.3 mi 4m
East Broad Street 2 mi 4m
Longest stretch: Keystone Shortway — 236.1 mi, about 4h 14m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Lansford, PA and Erie, PA.

1

Start on PA 902

75 ft · 9 sec · Spring Garden Street
2

Turn left onto US 209

1.0 mi · 2 min · East Patterson Street
3

Continue on US 209

2.3 mi · 3 min · East Water Street
4

Continue on US 209

2.0 mi · 4 min · East Broad Street
5

Turn right onto Pine Street

5.3 mi · 8 min · Pine Street
6

Continue on PA 309

1.0 mi · 1 min · Mile Hill Road
7

Take the exit

0.9 mi · 1 min
8

Keep slight right at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min
9

Merge onto I 81

7.0 mi · 8 min · I 81
10

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 32 sec
Toward PA 93: West Hazleton
11

Keep slight left at fork

294 ft · 9 sec
12

Turn left onto PA 93

369 ft · 14 sec · Valmont Parkway
13

Continue on PA 93

3.7 mi · 7 min · State Route 93
14

Continue on PA 93

0.8 mi · 1 min · Berwick Hazleton Highway
15

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 28 sec
16

Merge onto I 80

236 mi · 4 hr 14 min · Keystone Shortway
17

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Toward I 79 North: Erie
18

Merge onto I 79

66 mi · 1 hr 10 min · I 79
19

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 49 sec
Exit 183A Toward PA 5 East, PA 290 East: 12th Street
20

Turn right onto PA 5; PA 290

2.3 mi · 4 min · West 12th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
21

Turn left onto State Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · State Street
Use the left lane.
22

Arrive at destination

State Street

Trip Plan

Given the 6-hour 14-minute duration, an early morning departure from Lansford is recommended to maximize daylight and arrive in Erie at a reasonable hour. Plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs and refuel, especially considering the 236.1-mile longest stretch on the Keystone Shortway. While this drive is manageable in a single day, be mindful of the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile and adjust your speed accordingly. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $55, ensuring you don't get caught short between services.

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 165.3 miles from Lansford, PA, or about 3h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 236.1 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 73 miles or 1h 33m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 165.3 miles or 3h 12m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 5h 6m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Erie, PA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Lansford, 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 Lansford, PA

This is one driving day of about 330.7 miles and 6h 14m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 73 miles from Lansford, 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 236.1 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

borough in northwestern Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Mount Joy, PA

165 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

Harrisburg, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 73 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Bethlehem, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 165.3 miles from Lansford, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Keystone Shortway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 236.1 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Farm Table Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 165.3

Clearfield, Pennsylvania

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+18142054405

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 47.2

Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 23.6

Drums, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 47.2

Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 165.3

Clearfield, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 23.6

Hazleton, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 189

Falls Creek, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Bicentennial Tower

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 330.7

Erie, Pennsylvania

Hours: Closed

+18144347376

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 14

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 330.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

4
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | US 209 / East Patterson Street

Turn left onto US 209 / East Patterson Street

Navigation decision point

5
20.2 mi into trip | ~32m in

Keep slight left at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

6
327.7 mi into trip | ~6h 7m in

Take the exit toward PA 5 East, PA 290 East: 12th Street

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 183A Toward PA 5 East, PA 290 East: 12th Street
5
327.9 mi into trip | ~6h 8m in | PA 5; PA 290 / West 12th Street

Turn right onto PA 5; PA 290 / West 12th Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.
6
330.2 mi into trip | ~6h 13m in | State Street

Turn left onto State Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$54.83 one way

$109.65 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 116 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $60.05 $120.09
premium $4.93 $64.13 $128.27
diesel $5.61 $73.01 $146.03

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$55

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$80–$105

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 115.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $35 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 99.2 1 $34.72 $15.87
Efficient EV 82.7 0 $28.94 $13.23
EV Truck/SUV 132.3 1 $46.30 $21.16

Gas CO2

116 kg

EV CO2

39 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 Apr 13, 2026

Origin

Lansford, PA

Morning in Lansford on Sunday

Local time

7:29 AM

EDT

Current temp

42°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Erie, PA

Morning in Erie on Sunday

Local time

7:29 AM

EDT

Current temp

54°F

Chance Rain Showers

S 15 mph 33% chance Live forecast

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

12 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

6h 14m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a turn-heavy local drive for a significant portion of this 330.7-mile trip, with only 23% of the route on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 236.1 miles along the Keystone Shortway, offering a period of consistent travel before you transition to other roadways. This route isn't a monotonous interstate cruise; instead, prepare for a more engaging driving experience with frequent changes in direction and road type as you make your way across the state.

Only 23% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 236.1 mi on Keystone Shortway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

6/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 209 / East Patterson Street.

Driving Effort 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 330.7 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 209 / East Patterson Street): Navigation decision point; at 20.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 327.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

About the Cities

Arriving in Erie, PA

Full guide →

Erie is a city of about 100,000 in Northwestern Pennsylvania. It is Pennsylvania's only lake port on the Great Lakes (Lake Erie).

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 14m. Total distance: 330.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

6h 14m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 236.1 miles on Keystone Shortway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

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 Erie, 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: near the start (US 209 / East Patterson Street): Navigation decision point; at 20.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 327.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Not recommended in a single day. At 6.2 hours each way, a round trip means 12.5 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Erie, PA before the return drive.

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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