Origin
Mount Carmel, PA
Late night in Mount Carmel on Sunday
Local time
12:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mount Carmel, PA to Headlee Heights, 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 26m
Distance
44.1 mi
71 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 20m
★
6 AM
1h 26m
8 AM
1h 40m
10 AM
1h 31m
12 PM
1h 30m
3 PM
1h 32m
5 PM
1h 39m
8 PM
1h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mount Carmel, PA
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Headlee Heights, PA
Michael Taccetta
Trip Overview
Mount Carmel, PA to Headlee Heights, PA is 44.1 miles and takes about 1 hour 26 minutes via Golden Oaks Road and I-79, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Northeast region of Pennsylvania, offering a largely local driving experience. Given its short duration and straightforward path, this route is ideal for a single-day excursion. You'll be navigating a series of turns and local roads for much of the journey, so keep your attention focused.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Golden Oaks Road | 12.2 mi | 22m |
| Roy E. Furman Highway | 6.9 mi | 12m |
| I 79 | 6.6 mi | 7m |
| Deep Valley Road | 4.7 mi | 11m |
| Garards Fort Road | 3.7 mi | 6m |
| Mapletown Road | 2.2 mi | 5m |
| Kirby Road | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Isiminger Road | 1.4 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
Golden Oaks Road
— 12.2 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mount Carmel, PA and Headlee Heights, PA.
1
Start on T377
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
·
Mount Carmel Ridge Road
2
Turn right onto T318
1.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Isiminger Road
3
Continue on Coon Run Road
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Coon Run Road
4
Turn left onto Deep Valley Road
4.7 mi
·
11 min
·
Deep Valley Road
5
Continue on Main Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
6
Turn straight onto PA 18
12 mi
·
22 min
·
Golden Oaks Road
7
At end of road, turn right onto PA 18; PA 21
5.9 mi
·
10 min
·
Roy E. Furman Highway
Use the right lane.
8
Continue on PA 21
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
9
Continue on PA 21
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
·
West High Street
10
Turn right onto US 19; PA 21
432 ft
·
20 sec
·
South Richhill Street
11
Turn left onto US 19; PA 21
1.0 mi
·
3 min
·
West Greene Street
12
Turn slight right onto US 19; PA 21
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East High Street
13
Turn left onto PA 21
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Roy E. Furman Highway
Use the left lane.
14
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward I 79 South: Morgantown
15
Merge onto I 79
6.6 mi
·
7 min
·
I 79
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 7
Toward Garards Fort, Kirby
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Turn left onto Kirby Road
187 ft
·
4 sec
·
Kirby Road
18
Continue on Kirby Fort Road
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Kirby Fort Road
19
Continue on Kirby Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Kirby Road
20
Turn sharp right onto Garards Fort Road
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Garards Fort Road
21
Continue on Fordyce Road
479 ft
·
13 sec
·
Fordyce Road
22
Continue on Mapletown Road
2.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Mapletown Road
23
Arrive at destination
Mapletown Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.1 miles from Mount Carmel, 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 19.9 and 38.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
19.9 mi into trip
|
~43m in
|
PA 18; PA 21 / Roy E. Furman Highway
At end of road, turn right onto PA 18; PA 21 / Roy E. Furman Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
26.6 mi into trip
|
~56m in
|
US 19; PA 21 / South Richhill Street
Turn right onto US 19; PA 21 / South Richhill Street
Navigation decision point
5
28.2 mi into trip
|
~1h in
|
PA 21 / Roy E. Furman Highway
Turn left onto PA 21 / Roy E. Furman Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
36.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
Take the exit toward Garards Fort, Kirby
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 7
Toward Garards Fort, Kirby
5
38.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
|
Garards Fort Road
Turn sharp right onto Garards Fort Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.31 one way
$14.62 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $8.01 | $16.01 |
| premium | $4.93 | $8.55 | $17.11 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.74 | $19.47 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.2 | 0 | $4.63 | $2.12 |
| Efficient EV | 11 | 0 | $3.86 | $1.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.6 | 0 | $6.17 | $2.82 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (67% 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
Headlee Heights, PA
Late night in Headlee Heights on Sunday
Local time
12:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
21 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
1h 26m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for the majority of this 44.1-mile trip. With only about 15% of the route on highways like I-79, you'll spend most of your time on local roads. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 12.2 miles on Golden Oaks Road. This means you'll be adjusting your speed and direction frequently, making it less of a highway cruise and more of an engaging local exploration.
Only 15% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 12.2 mi on Golden Oaks Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 19.9 miles in near PA 18; PA 21 / Roy E. Furman Highway.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 44.1 miles you will encounter 11 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: at 19.9 miles (PA 18; PA 21 / Roy E. Furman Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 26.6 miles (US 19; PA 21 / South Richhill Street): Navigation decision point; at 28.2 miles (PA 21 / Roy E. Furman Highway): Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Mount Carmel, PA and Headlee Heights, PA, road signs point toward Garards Fort and Kirby.
Garards Fort
36.1 mi in
|
~1h 10m
Kirby
36.1 mi in
|
~1h 10m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 26m. Total distance: 44.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (15%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 12.2 miles on Golden Oaks Road. 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 19.9 miles (PA 18; PA 21 / Roy E. Furman Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 26.6 miles (US 19; PA 21 / South Richhill Street): Navigation decision point; at 28.2 miles (PA 21 / Roy E. Furman Highway): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Headlee Heights, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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