Origin
Potter Brook, PA
Afternoon in Potter Brook on Sunday
Local time
1:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Potter Brook, PA to Wellsboro, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
48m
Distance
29.3 mi
47 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 44m
★
6 AM
0h 48m
8 AM
0h 56m
10 AM
0h 51m
12 PM
0h 50m
3 PM
0h 52m
5 PM
0h 56m
8 PM
0h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Potter Brook, PA
Michael Taccetta
Wellsboro, PA
Michael Taccetta
Trip Overview
Potter Brook to Wellsboro is 29.3 miles and takes about 48 minutes via PA 249 and PA 49, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This straightforward drive stays within Pennsylvania's Northeast region, making it an easy same-day trip. The route is predominantly highway, so expect a quick commute. It’s a short hop, ideal for when you need to get from point A to point B efficiently without a lot of fuss. Consider this trip for its simplicity and speed.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| PA 249 | 15.3 mi | 24m |
| PA 49 | 6.6 mi | 12m |
| Route 287 | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| Grand Army of the Republic Highway | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Tioga Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
PA 249
— 15.3 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Potter Brook, PA and Wellsboro, PA.
1
Start on PA 49
6.6 mi
·
12 min
·
PA 49
2
Turn right onto PA 249
15 mi
·
24 min
·
PA 249
3
Turn right onto PA 287
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Route 287
4
At end of road, turn left onto US 6
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
Use the left / right lanes.
5
Continue on US 6; PA 287
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Tioga Street
6
Continue on US 6; PA 287
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Arrive at destination
PA 660
Heads-up: tricky spots
2 of 22 decision points cluster between mile 21.9 and 26.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
21.9 mi into trip
|
~36m in
|
PA 287 / Route 287
Turn right onto PA 287 / Route 287
Navigation decision point
5
26.5 mi into trip
|
~43m in
|
US 6 / Grand Army of the Republic Highway
At end of road, turn left onto US 6 / Grand Army of the Republic Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.86 one way
$9.72 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $5.32 | $10.64 |
| premium | $4.93 | $5.68 | $11.36 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.47 | $12.94 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.8 | 0 | $3.08 | $1.41 |
| Efficient EV | 7.3 | 0 | $2.56 | $1.17 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.7 | 0 | $4.10 | $1.88 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Wellsboro, PA
Afternoon in Wellsboro on Sunday
Local time
1:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
41°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
8 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
48m 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 drive is heavily highway-focused, with 91% of the journey on faster roads. You'll experience the longest uninterrupted stretch at 15.3 miles on PA 249. The main roads guiding you are PA 249, PA 49, and Route 287. Given its profile, expect a relatively smooth and direct experience, characteristic of a highway commute rather than a winding scenic byway. The road will likely feel consistent for the majority of the 48-minute travel time.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
7 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 15.3 mi on PA 249.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on PA 249 and PA 49. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 21.9 miles in near PA 287 / Route 287.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Potter Brook, PA to Wellsboro, PA is easy. At 48m with 91% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 21.9 miles (PA 287 / Route 287): Navigation decision point; at 26.5 miles (US 6 / Grand Army of the Republic Highway): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 48m. Total distance: 29.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 15.3 miles on PA 249. 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 21.9 miles (PA 287 / Route 287): Navigation decision point; at 26.5 miles (US 6 / Grand Army of the Republic Highway): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Wellsboro, 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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