Origin
Powys, PA
Late night in Powys on Sunday
Local time
3:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Powys, PA to Hughesville, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
41m
Distance
28.6 mi
46 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 38m
★
6 AM
0h 42m
8 AM
0h 49m
10 AM
0h 44m
12 PM
0h 43m
3 PM
0h 44m
5 PM
0h 48m
8 PM
0h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Powys, PA
Haneul Trac
Hughesville, PA
Jack Pace
Trip Overview
Powys, PA to Hughesville, PA is 28.6 miles and takes about 41m via I 99, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Northeast region of Pennsylvania, offering a straightforward drive. It's a great option if you're looking for a quick transit between these two locations without a significant time commitment. The route is primarily highway-focused, making it an efficient way to get from point A to point B. Expect a simple journey with minimal complications.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 99 | 17.7 mi | 23m |
| Lycoming Mall Drive | 5 mi | 5m |
| Lycoming Creek Road | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| Powys Road | 1 mi | 3m |
| Beautys Run Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| North Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| US 220 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East Water Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 99
— 17.7 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Powys, PA and Hughesville, PA.
1
Start on Powys Road
0.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Powys Road
2
Continue on Powys Road
110 ft
·
10 sec
·
Powys Road
3
Turn left onto Lycoming Creek Road
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Lycoming Creek Road
4
Turn right onto Beautys Run Road
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
Beautys Run Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Use the left lane.
6
Merge onto I 99; US 15
18 mi
·
23 min
·
I 99; US 15
7
Take the exit onto US 220
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
US 220
Toward US 220 north: Halls, Pennsdale
8
Turn left onto US 220
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Lycoming Mall Drive
9
Turn right onto PA 405
0.3 mi
·
57 sec
·
North Main Street
10
Turn left onto PA 118
103 ft
·
2 sec
·
East Water Street
11
Arrive at destination
PA 118
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 1 and 28.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
1 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
Lycoming Creek Road
Turn left onto Lycoming Creek Road
Navigation decision point
4
4.5 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
Beautys Run Road
Turn right onto Beautys Run Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
4.9 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
23 mi into trip
|
~34m in
|
US 220
Take the exit onto US 220 toward US 220 north: Halls, Pennsdale
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 220 north: Halls, Pennsdale
4
28.2 mi into trip
|
~40m in
|
PA 405 / North Main Street
Turn right onto PA 405 / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.74 one way
$9.48 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $5.19 | $10.39 |
| premium | $4.93 | $5.55 | $11.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.31 | $12.63 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10 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 | 8.6 | 0 | $3.00 | $1.37 |
| Efficient EV | 7.2 | 0 | $2.50 | $1.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.4 | 0 | $4.00 | $1.83 |
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
Hughesville, PA
Late night in Hughesville on Sunday
Local time
3:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
44°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
22 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
41m 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 predominantly highway-focused, with 63% of the journey taking place on higher-speed roads like I 99. You'll experience a 17.7-mile stretch on I 99, offering a consistent pace for a significant portion of the trip. The route transitions from I 99 onto local roads like Lycoming Mall Drive and Lycoming Creek Road as you approach your destination. While mostly highway, be prepared for a slight shift in driving dynamics as you exit the interstate and navigate more localized streets.
63% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 17.7 mi on I 99.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 99 and Lycoming Mall Drive. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near Lycoming Creek Road.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 41m 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 1 miles (Lycoming Creek Road): Navigation decision point; at 4.5 miles (Beautys Run Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.9 miles: 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.
On the drive from Powys, PA to Hughesville, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Pennsdale along the way.
Pennsdale
23 mi in
|
~34m
|
via US 220
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 41m. Total distance: 28.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (63%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 17.7 miles on I 99. 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 1 miles (Lycoming Creek Road): Navigation decision point; at 4.5 miles (Beautys Run Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Hughesville, 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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