Origin
Pennsylvania, AL
Morning in Pennsylvania on Tuesday
Local time
7:41 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pennsylvania, AL to Elberta, AL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 16m
Distance
59.4 mi
96 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 10m
★
6 AM
1h 16m
8 AM
1h 28m
10 AM
1h 20m
12 PM
1h 19m
3 PM
1h 21m
5 PM
1h 27m
8 PM
1h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pennsylvania, AL
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Elberta, AL
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Pennsylvania, AL to Elberta, AL, expect a straightforward journey covering 59.4 miles. This drive typically takes about 1 hour and 16 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a quick day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. You will spend the vast majority of your time on major thoroughfares, as the route is 94% highway-focused. Budgeting around $9 for fuel should cover your needs for this direct transit. Since both locations are situated within the Southeast region of Alabama, you will experience a consistent regional feel throughout the entire trek.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Jubilee Parkway | 21.4 mi | 22m |
| Baldwin Beach Expressway | 12.9 mi | 17m |
| I 65 | 9.2 mi | 10m |
| I 165 | 4.6 mi | 5m |
| Foley Beach Expressway | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| US Highway 98 | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| North Water Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Bankhead Tunnel | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Jubilee Parkway
— 21.4 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pennsylvania, AL and Elberta, AL.
1
Start on this road
0.2 mi
·
1 min
·
this road
2
Turn left onto US 43
0.6 mi
·
58 sec
·
US 43
3
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
4
Merge onto I 65
9.2 mi
·
10 min
·
I 65
5
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
41 sec
Toward I 165: Mobile
6
Continue on I 165
4.6 mi
·
5 min
·
I 165
7
Continue on North Water Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North Water Street
8
Turn right onto Government Street
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Government Street
9
Continue on US 98
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
Government Street
10
Continue on US 98
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Bankhead Tunnel
11
Take the ramp
195 ft
·
4 sec
12
Continue on this road
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
this road
13
Merge onto I 10
21 mi
·
22 min
·
Jubilee Parkway
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 49
Toward CR 68, CR 83: Baldwin Beach Express, Gulf Shores, Orange Beach
15
Turn right onto AL 161
13 mi
·
17 min
·
Baldwin Beach Expressway
16
Turn left onto AL 161
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Foley Beach Expressway
17
Turn left onto US 98
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
US Highway 98
18
Arrive at destination
US 98
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.7 miles from Pennsylvania, AL, 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 75 decision points cluster between mile 0.8 and 39.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0.8 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
3
1.3 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
I 65
Merge onto I 65
Merge point - match speed before joining
4
10.5 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Take the exit toward I 165: Mobile
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 165: Mobile
3
16.5 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
Government Street
Turn right onto Government Street
Navigation decision point
6
39.3 mi into trip
|
~47m in
Take the exit toward CR 68, CR 83: Baldwin Beach Express, Gulf Shores, Orange Beach
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 49
Toward CR 68, CR 83: Baldwin Beach Express, Gul...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.97 one way
$17.94 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $9.85 | $19.70 |
| premium | $4.56 | $10.66 | $21.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.11 | $26.23 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.8 | 0 | $6.24 | $2.85 |
| Efficient EV | 14.9 | 0 | $5.20 | $2.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.8 | 0 | $8.32 | $3.80 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Elberta, AL
Morning in Elberta on Tuesday
Local time
7:41 AM
CDT
Current temp
62°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
3 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 16m 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?
This trip is defined by its efficiency, relying heavily on the Jubilee Parkway, the Baldwin Beach Expressway, and I-65 to keep you moving. You will spend your time navigating fast-paced highway stretches rather than winding local roads, which keeps the drive predictable and smooth. The longest uninterrupted portion of your journey occurs on the Jubilee Parkway, which spans 21.4 miles. Because the route is almost entirely highway-based, it offers a consistent, high-speed driving experience that prioritizes speed over technical maneuvering. Expect a clean, direct path that transitions seamlessly between these major arteries.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 21.4 mi on Jubilee Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Jubilee Parkway and Baldwin Beach Expressway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in.
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 16m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 1.3 miles (I 65): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 10.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
193 ft
-4 ft
Total Climb
239 ft
Total Descent
193 ft
Highest Point
193 ft
~34 mi in
Elevation Range
197 ft
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 Pennsylvania, AL and Elberta, AL, road signs point toward Cr 68, Cr 83: Baldwin Beach Express, Gulf Shores and Orange Beach.
Cr 68
39.3 mi in
|
~47m
Cr 83: Baldwin Beach Express
39.3 mi in
|
~47m
Gulf Shores
39.3 mi in
|
~47m
Orange Beach
39.3 mi in
|
~47m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 16m. Total distance: 59.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 21.4 miles on Jubilee Parkway. 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 0.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 1.3 miles (I 65): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 10.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Elberta, AL 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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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