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Trip from New Holland, PA to Whitman, PA

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 30m

Distance

63.9 mi

103 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$11

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 21 min
4 AM
1h 24m ★
6 AM
1h 31m
8 AM
1h 45m
10 AM
1h 36m
12 PM
1h 34m
3 PM
1h 36m
5 PM
1h 44m
8 PM
1h 27m

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

borough in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

New Holland, PA

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Downtown Whitman, PA, PA

Whitman, PA

Haneul Trac

Trip Overview

New Holland, PA to Whitman, PA is 63.9 miles and takes about 1h 30m via Pennsylvania Turnpike/I 76, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Northeast region, traveling between two points in Pennsylvania. Given its short duration and focus on major highways, this is a straightforward drive best suited for a quick transit. Plan for a predominantly highway experience that keeps you moving efficiently. It's a good option if you need to get from point A to point B without much fuss.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

31.9 miles from New Holland, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 45m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike 27.5 mi 29m
I 76 18 mi 26m
Main Street 8.9 mi 16m
Schuylkill Expressway 3 mi 4m
East Main Street 2.2 mi 4m
Oregon Avenue/Vare Avenue 1.8 mi 3m
Morgantown Road 0.9 mi 1m
South 5th Street 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Pennsylvania Turnpike — 27.5 mi, about 29m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between New Holland, PA and Whitman, PA.

1

Start on Grant Street

0.1 mi · 30 sec · Grant Street
2

Turn left onto Brimmer Avenue

0.1 mi · 20 sec · Brimmer Avenue
3

At end of road, turn right onto PA 23

2.2 mi · 4 min · East Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
4

Continue on PA 23

8.9 mi · 16 min · Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
5

Turn left onto PA 10

0.9 mi · 1 min · Morgantown Road
Use the left lane.
6

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 21 sec
Toward I 76, PATP Use the right lane.
7

Merge onto I 176

326 ft · 4 sec · Morgantown Expressway
8

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 51 sec
Toward I 76 Toll East: Philadelphia Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Merge onto I 76; PATP

27 mi · 29 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Take the exit onto I 76

18 mi · 26 min · I 76
Exit 326 Toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia Use the slight right lane.
11

Keep slight right at fork onto I 76

3.0 mi · 4 min · Schuylkill Expressway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
12

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 30 sec
Exit 347B Toward Passyunk Avenue, Oregon Avenue
13

Keep slight left at fork

151 ft · 5 sec
Toward I 76 East: Walt Whitman Bridge
14

Continue on West Oregon Vare Avenue

0.1 mi · 13 sec · West Oregon Vare Avenue
15

Continue on Oregon Avenue/Vare Avenue

1.8 mi · 3 min · Oregon Avenue/Vare Avenue
Use the left lane.
16

Turn left onto South 5th Street

0.2 mi · 30 sec · South 5th Street
Use the left lane.
17

Turn right onto Porter Street

465 ft · 24 sec · Porter Street
18

Turn right onto South 4th Street

270 ft · 13 sec · South 4th Street
19

Turn right onto Vollmer Street

238 ft · 10 sec · Vollmer Street
20

Arrive at destination

Vollmer Street

Trip Plan

Since this is a relatively short drive of just 1 hour and 30 minutes, you have a lot of flexibility with your departure time. There are no designated stops in the data, so feel free to depart when convenient. Given the 63.9-mile distance and $11 fuel cost, you won't need to worry about frequent refueling. Pay attention to the Pennsylvania Turnpike signage as you approach your destination to ensure you're on the correct exit for Main Street. This trip is easily manageable in a single day, so no overnight planning is necessary.

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 31.9 miles from New Holland, PA, or about 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 27.5 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 14 miles or 26m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 31.9 miles or 45m 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 15m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving New Holland, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from New Holland, PA

This is one driving day of about 63.9 miles and 1h 30m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 14 miles from New Holland, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Pennsylvania Turnpike for about 27.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Green Tree, PA, PA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Green Tree, PA

32 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

Warwick, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Frazer, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 31.9 miles from New Holland, 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 15

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 58.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7
0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | PA 23 / East Main Street

At end of road, turn right onto PA 23 / East Main Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.
6
12.2 mi into trip | ~24m in

Take the ramp toward I 76, PATP

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the right lane. Toward I 76, PATP
7
12.4 mi into trip | ~24m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 76 Toll East: Philadelphia

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 76 Toll East: Philadelphia
8
40.3 mi into trip | ~54m in | I 76

Take the exit onto I 76 toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia

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 326 Toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia
6
58.3 mi into trip | ~1h 20m in | I 76 / Schuylkill Expressway

Keep slight right at fork onto I 76 / Schuylkill Expressway

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight left lanes.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$10.59 one way

$21.19 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 22 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $11.60 $23.21
premium $4.93 $12.39 $24.79
diesel $5.61 $14.11 $28.22

Estimated Tolls: $3.57

Pennsylvania Turnpike (27.5 mi) $3.57

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

$11

Tolls

$4

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$39–$64

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 22.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 19.2 0 $6.71 $3.07
Efficient EV 16 0 $5.59 $2.56
EV Truck/SUV 25.6 0 $8.95 $4.09

Gas CO2

22 kg

EV CO2

7 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.

Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026

Origin

New Holland, PA

Morning in New Holland on Tuesday

Local time

6:28 AM

EDT

Current temp

45°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Whitman, PA

Morning in Whitman on Tuesday

Local time

6:28 AM

EDT

Current temp

92°F

Mostly Sunny

SW 5 to 15 mph 1% chance Live 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

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

47 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 30m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

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

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...

1 mi from route ~4 min detour Free near mile 39.6
View on nps.gov
Independence National Historical Park

Independence National Historical Park

National Historical Park

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...

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 near mile 59.5
View on nps.gov
Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial

Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial

National Memorial

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...

2 mi from route ~5 min detour Free near mile 63.9
View on nps.gov
First State National Historical Park

First State National Historical Park

National Historical Park

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...

16 mi from route ~41 min detour Free near mile 30.8
View on nps.gov
Appalachian National Scenic Trail

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...

28 mi from route ~70 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 route leans heavily into highway driving, with 76% of the journey on major interstates like the Pennsylvania Turnpike and I-76. You'll experience a mostly highway-focused drive, characterized by consistent speeds and efficient travel. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 27.5 miles, allowing for a solid period of cruising. While the primary roads are highways, keep an eye out for transitions as you approach your destination. Expect a drive that prioritizes covering distance over varied scenery.

76% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 27.5 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and I 76. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near PA 23 / East Main Street.

Driving Effort 10/10

Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 63.9 miles you will encounter 15 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 0.2 miles (PA 23 / East Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 12.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.

Between New Holland, PA and Whitman, PA, road signs point toward Patp and Philadelphia.

Patp

12.2 mi in | ~24m

Philadelphia

40.3 mi in | ~54m | via I 76

About the Cities

Starting in New Holland, PA

Full guide →

Founded 1728

Top landmarks

  • New Holland Machine Company — building in New Holland, Pennsylvania, United States

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 1h 30m. Total distance: 63.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 30m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (76%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 27.5 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $3.57 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.

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 Whitman, PA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

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 0.2 miles (PA 23 / East Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 12.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes — Valley Forge National Historical Park, Independence National Historical Park and Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial (5 total within detour distance). 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 Whitman, 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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