Origin
Saint Marys, PA
Late night in Saint Marys on Sunday
Local time
12:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Saint Marys, PA to Abington, 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 28m
Distance
282.2 mi
454 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$47
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 15m
★
6 AM
5h 28m
8 AM
5h 55m
10 AM
5h 38m
12 PM
5h 35m
3 PM
5h 39m
5 PM
5h 54m
8 PM
5h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Saint Marys, PA
RDNE Stock project
Abington, PA
Michael Taccetta
Trip Overview
This 282.2-mile journey from Saint Marys, PA, to Abington, PA, is a feasible one-day trip, estimated to take about 5 hours and 28 minutes of driving. You'll primarily navigate the Keystone Shortway and the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, with a portion on the Million Dollar Highway. With a projected fuel cost of around $47, this drive offers a mixed driving experience across Pennsylvania's Northeast region. It's a straightforward drive that can comfortably be completed in a single day, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.
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
141.1 miles from Saint Marys, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 48m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Keystone Shortway | 165.4 mi | 3h |
| Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension | 74.6 mi | 1h 20m |
| Million Dollar Highway | 10.9 mi | 16m |
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 9.1 mi | 9m |
| State Park Road | 8.1 mi | 14m |
| Bennetts Valley Highway | 7.9 mi | 12m |
| Easton Road | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Old York Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Keystone Shortway
— 165.4 mi, about 3h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Marys, PA and Abington, PA.
1
Start on PA 120; PA 255
45 ft
·
1 sec
·
Railroad Street
2
Turn left onto PA 120; PA 255
223 ft
·
4 sec
·
South Michael Street
3
Turn slight left onto PA 120
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
PA 120
4
Continue on PA 255
11 mi
·
16 min
·
Million Dollar Highway
5
Continue on PA 255
7.9 mi
·
12 min
·
Bennetts Valley Highway
6
Turn left onto PA 153
8.1 mi
·
14 min
·
State Park Road
7
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
8
Merge onto I 80
165 mi
·
3 hr
·
Keystone Shortway
9
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward PA 940, PATP, I 476: Wilkes-Barre, Allentown
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Toward I 476 South: Allentown
12
Merge onto I 476; PATP
75 mi
·
1 hr 20 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 276 East: New Jersey
Use the right lane.
14
Merge onto I 276; PATP
9.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
15
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 343
Toward PA 611: Doylestown, Jenkintown, Willow Grove
Use the slight right lane.
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward PA 611 South: Willow Grove, Abington
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
17
Merge onto PA 611
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Easton Road
18
Continue on Easton Road
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Easton Road
19
Turn left onto PA 63
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
West Moreland Road
Use the left lane.
20
Turn right onto PA 611
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Old York Road
21
Turn left onto Keith Road
127 ft
·
7 sec
·
Keith Road
Use the left lane.
22
Turn right
19 ft
·
1 sec
23
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 282.2-mile drive, consider departing early to avoid potential traffic, especially as you approach Abington, PA. With a driving time of 5 hours and 28 minutes, you'll want to plan for at least one stop for fuel and rest, given the $47 estimated fuel cost. The longest stretch of 165.4 miles on the Keystone Shortway is a good candidate for your main driving segment. Be aware of the transitions between the main roads, as these can sometimes require more attention.
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 141.1 miles from Saint Marys, PA, or about 2h 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 165.4 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 62 miles or 1h 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 141.1 miles or 2h 48m 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 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Abington, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Saint Marys, 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 Saint Marys, PA
This is one driving day of about 282.2 miles and 5h 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 62 miles from Saint Marys, 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 165.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
141 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 62 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 141.1 miles from Saint Marys, 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 165.4 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 175 decision points cluster between mile 192.9 and 278.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
192.9 mi into trip
|
~3h 44m in
Take the exit toward PA 940, PATP, I 476: Wilkes-Barre, Allentown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward PA 940, PATP, I 476: Wilkes-Barre, Allen...
6
193.8 mi into trip
|
~3h 46m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 476 South: Allentown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 476 South: Allentown
6
268.7 mi into trip
|
~5h 8m in
Take the exit toward I 276 East: New Jersey
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 276 East: New Jersey
8
278 mi into trip
|
~5h 18m in
Take the exit toward PA 611: Doylestown, Jenkintown, Willow Grove
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 343
Toward PA 611: Doylestown, Jenkintown, Willow G...
8
278.6 mi into trip
|
~5h 20m in
Keep slight left at fork toward PA 611 South: Willow Grove, Abington
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward PA 611 South: Willow Grove, Abington
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$46.79 one way
$93.57 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
99 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $51.24 | $102.48 |
| premium | $4.93 | $54.73 | $109.46 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $62.31 | $124.61 |
Estimated Tolls: $10.87
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(83.6 mi)
$10.87
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$47
Tolls
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$83–$108
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 98.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $30 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 84.7 | 1 | $29.63 | $13.55 |
| Efficient EV | 70.6 | 0 | $24.69 | $11.29 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 112.9 | 1 | $39.51 | $18.06 |
Gas CO2
99 kg
EV CO2
33 kg (67% 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
Abington, PA
Late night in Abington on Sunday
Local time
12:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
16 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
5h 28m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a mixed drive on this route, with approximately 30% of your time spent on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 165.4 miles on the Keystone Shortway, offering a chance to settle into a steady pace. As you transition to the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and the Million Dollar Highway, the character of the road will evolve, potentially presenting different driving dynamics. This blend means you won't be stuck on one type of road for the entire 5-hour-plus journey.
30% 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: 165.4 mi on Keystone Shortway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
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 192.9 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 282.2 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 192.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 193.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 268.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
Between Saint Marys, PA and Abington, PA, road signs point toward Patp and Allentown.
Patp
192.9 mi in
|
~3h 44m
Allentown
192.9 mi in
|
~3h 44m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 28m. Total distance: 282.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 165.4 miles on Keystone Shortway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $10.87 in tolls one way, starting with Pennsylvania Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
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 Abington, 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 192.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 193.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 268.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.5 hours each way, a round trip means 10.9 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Abington, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
Was this helpful?
Thanks for your feedback!
Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!
/500
Recent Tips
·
Explore More
Continue From Abington, PA
More trips to Abington, PA
Explore more options from Saint Marys, PA or browse trips ending in Abington, PA.
Looking for more statewide routes? Browse PA road trips.