Origin
Newport, PA
Afternoon in Newport on Sunday
Local time
3:20 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Newport, 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
5h 17m
Distance
271.7 mi
437 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$45
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 4m
★
6 AM
5h 18m
8 AM
5h 44m
10 AM
5h 27m
12 PM
5h 24m
3 PM
5h 28m
5 PM
5h 43m
8 PM
5h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Newport, PA
Michael Taccetta
Erie, PA
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
This 271.7-mile journey from Newport to Erie, Pennsylvania, is a solid one-day drive, estimated to take about 5 hours and 17 minutes. You'll primarily use the Keystone Shortway and I-79, with a portion on US 22, making for a mixed driving experience. With 51% of the route on highways, it's a reasonably efficient trip. Budget around $45 for fuel, and plan for at least one stop along the way. This drive is entirely within the Northeast region of the US, offering a straightforward transition between two points in Pennsylvania.
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
135.8 miles from Newport, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 47m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Keystone Shortway | 102.7 mi | 1h 50m |
| I 79 | 65.8 mi | 1h 10m |
| US 22 | 49.5 mi | 1h 1m |
| Mount Nittany Expressway | 17.5 mi | 21m |
| Port Matilda Highway | 10.1 mi | 14m |
| Philipsburg Bigler Highway | 7.1 mi | 8m |
| Juniata Parkway West | 4.9 mi | 7m |
| Woodland Bigler Highway | 2.8 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Keystone Shortway
— 102.7 mi, about 1h 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Newport, PA and Erie, PA.
1
Start on PA 34
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Market Street
2
Turn left onto Juniata Parkway West
4.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Juniata Parkway West
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward US 22 West, US 322 West
4
Merge onto US 22; US 322
25 mi
·
28 min
·
US 22; US 322
5
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
6
Continue on US 322; PA 144 Truck
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Boal Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Continue on US 322; PA 144 Truck
18 mi
·
21 min
·
Mount Nittany Expressway
8
Keep slight right at fork onto US 322
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
28th Division Highway
Exit 62
Toward US 322 West: Philipsburg
9
Continue on US 322
10 mi
·
14 min
·
Port Matilda Highway
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on US 322
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Railroad Street
11
Turn right onto US 322; PA 53
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
North Centre Street
12
Continue on US 322; PA 53
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
North Front Street
13
Continue on US 322
7.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Philipsburg Bigler Highway
14
Continue on US 322
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Woodland Bigler Highway
15
Turn right onto PA 970
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Shawville Highway
Use the straight lane.
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
17
Merge onto I 80
103 mi
·
1 hr 50 min
·
Keystone Shortway
18
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 79 North: Erie
19
Merge onto I 79
66 mi
·
1 hr 10 min
·
I 79
20
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
Exit 183A
Toward PA 5 East, PA 290 East: 12th Street
21
Turn right onto PA 5; PA 290
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
West 12th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
22
Turn left onto State Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
State Street
Use the left lane.
23
Arrive at destination
State Street
Trip Plan
For this roughly 5-hour trip, leaving in the morning allows you to reach Erie with plenty of daylight. Since it's manageable in a single day, you have flexibility in pacing your single recommended stop. Keep an eye on your fuel, with an estimated cost of $45, and consider filling up before embarking on the longest stretch of 102.7 miles on the Keystone Shortway to ensure a smooth drive. A practical tip is to check traffic conditions around the I-79 and US 22 junctions, as these can sometimes be busy.
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 135.8 miles from Newport, PA, or about 2h 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 102.7 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 60 miles or 1h 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 135.8 miles or 2h 47m 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 20m
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 Newport, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Newport, PA
This is one driving day of about 271.7 miles and 5h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 60 miles from Newport, 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 102.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
136 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 60 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 135.8 miles from Newport, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Keystone Shortway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 102.7 miles.
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 145 decision points cluster between mile 5.1 and 271.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
5.1 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Take the ramp toward US 22 West, US 322 West
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 22 West, US 322 West
6
30.4 mi into trip
|
~38m 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...
6
75 mi into trip
|
~1h 36m in
|
US 322 / 28th Division Highway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 322 / 28th Division Highway toward US 322 West: Philipsburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 62
Toward US 322 West: Philipsburg
6
268.7 mi into trip
|
~5h 10m 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
6
271.2 mi into trip
|
~5h 16m in
|
State Street
Turn left onto State Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$45.04 one way
$90.09 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
95 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $49.33 | $98.67 |
| premium | $4.93 | $52.69 | $105.39 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $59.99 | $119.98 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$45
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$70–$95
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 95.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 81.5 | 1 | $28.53 | $13.04 |
| Efficient EV | 67.9 | 0 | $23.77 | $10.87 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 108.7 | 1 | $38.04 | $17.39 |
Gas CO2
95 kg
EV CO2
32 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.
Destination
Erie, PA
Afternoon in Erie on Sunday
Local time
3:20 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
71°F
Clearfield, PA
136 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
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
5h 17m 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...
19 mi from route
~47 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?
Expect a varied driving experience on this route, which is described as a 'mixed drive.' While 51% of the trip involves highway travel, offering periods of faster, more direct transit, you'll also encounter non-highway sections. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll cover is 102.7 miles on the Keystone Shortway, providing a good opportunity for steady progress. The road character will likely shift between more open highway and potentially more local road conditions as you navigate between these major routes.
51% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 102.7 mi on Keystone Shortway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
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 5.1 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 271.7 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 5.1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30.4 miles (US 22; US 322): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 75 miles (US 322 / 28th Division Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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.
On the drive from Newport, PA to Erie, PA, road signs begin pointing toward State College along the way.
State College
30.4 mi in
|
~38m
|
via US 22; US 322
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 5h 17m. Total distance: 271.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 102.7 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: at 5.1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30.4 miles (US 22; US 322): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 75 miles (US 322 / 28th Division Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes — Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.3 hours each way, a round trip means 10.6 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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