Origin
Powys, PA
Late night in Powys on Sunday
Local time
3:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Powys, PA to Williamsport, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
21m
Distance
12.2 mi
20 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 19m
★
6 AM
0h 21m
8 AM
0h 25m
10 AM
0h 22m
12 PM
0h 22m
3 PM
0h 23m
5 PM
0h 25m
8 PM
0h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Powys, PA
Haneul Trac
Williamsport, PA
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Trip Overview
Powys to Williamsport is 12.2 miles and takes about 21 minutes via I 99, with a fuel budget near $2 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short, straightforward drive connects two points within Pennsylvania, offering a quick transition between regions. It's a practical choice for those needing to get from point A to point B without a significant time commitment. Given its brevity, this route is ideal for a same-day trip, allowing ample time for other activities before or after your drive. You'll find the journey efficient and uncomplicated.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 99 | 6.5 mi | 9m |
| Lycoming Creek Road | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| Powys Road | 1 mi | 3m |
| Beautys Run Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Market Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| US 15 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 99
— 6.5 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Powys, PA and Williamsport, 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
6.5 mi
·
9 min
·
I 99; US 15
7
Take the exit onto US 15
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
US 15
Exit 27A
Toward US 15 South: Lewisburg
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork
205 ft
·
7 sec
Use the left lane.
9
Turn left onto Market Street
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Market Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Arrive at destination
Market Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 1 and 12.1 — 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
6
4.9 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
11.8 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
US 15
Take the exit onto US 15 toward US 15 South: Lewisburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 27A
Toward US 15 South: Lewisburg
7
12 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
12.1 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
Market Street
Turn left onto Market Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.02 one way
$4.05 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $2.22 | $4.43 |
| premium | $4.93 | $2.37 | $4.73 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.69 | $5.39 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.7 | 0 | $1.28 | $0.59 |
| Efficient EV | 3.1 | 0 | $1.07 | $0.49 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.9 | 0 | $1.71 | $0.78 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Williamsport, PA
Late night in Williamsport on Sunday
Local time
3:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°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
15 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
21m 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 is a mixed drive, with about 55% of the route being highway. You'll spend a good portion of your time on I 99, including a continuous stretch of 6.5 miles. Expect a blend of faster highway driving and potentially some slower sections on local roads as you approach your destination. The road character shifts from the efficiency of the interstate to more localized routes as you near Williamsport. It's a drive that prioritizes getting you there quickly, with a clear emphasis on efficient travel.
55% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 6.5 mi on I 99.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near Lycoming Creek Road.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 12.2 miles you will encounter 7 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 1 miles (Lycoming Creek Road): Navigation decision point; at 4.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 11.8 miles (US 15): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving in Williamsport, PA
Full guide →Williamsport is a city in the Pennsylvania Wilds of Pennsylvania.
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 21m. Total distance: 12.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (55%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 6.5 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 4.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 11.8 miles (US 15): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Williamsport, 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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