Primanti Bros. Restaurant and Bar
Near the start, right off the route
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Hours: 11 am–11 pm
+14128269680
Visit websiteCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 10m
Distance
326 mi
525 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$54
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Seven Fields, PA
Juliano Astc
Whitman, PA
Haneul Trac
This 326-mile journey from Seven Fields, PA, to Whitman, PA, is a straightforward, highway-focused drive that can comfortably be completed in about 6 hours and 10 minutes. Given its duration and the predominantly highway profile, it's well-suited as a single-day trip. You'll primarily be on the Pennsylvania Turnpike and I-76, with a 98% highway share, making for a consistent driving experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $54, this route offers an economical option for traveling within the Northeast region. It's a practical choice if you're looking for efficiency and minimal detours.
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
163 miles from Seven Fields, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 2m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 298.7 mi | 5h 24m |
| I 76 | 18 mi | 26m |
| Schuylkill Expressway | 3 mi | 4m |
| Oregon Avenue/Vare Avenue | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Mars Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Hillmont Drive | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Franklin Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Mars Crider Road | 0.3 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Seven Fields, PA and Whitman, PA.
Start on Mars Crider Road
Continue on Hillmont Drive
Turn left onto Franklin Road
Turn right onto PA 228
Turn left onto US 19
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 76; PATP
Take the exit onto I 76
Keep slight right at fork onto I 76
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Continue on West Oregon Vare Avenue
Continue on Oregon Avenue/Vare Avenue
Turn left onto South 5th Street
Turn right onto Porter Street
Turn right onto South 4th Street
Turn right onto Vollmer Street
Arrive at destination
To make the most of this 6-hour, 10-minute drive, consider an early morning departure to avoid potential traffic, especially as you approach any metropolitan areas. With a longest stretch of nearly 300 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, plan your single stop strategically for fuel and a break. Given the 98% highway share, staying alert for changing speed limits and any potential construction zones will be key. The estimated fuel cost of $54 is a good baseline, but always factor in a little extra for unexpected needs on this 326-mile trip.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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 72 miles or 1h 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 163 miles or 3h 2m 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 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Whitman, PA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Seven Fields, 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 Seven Fields, PA
This is one driving day of about 326 miles and 6h 10m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
163 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.
A short stop after about 72 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 163 miles from Seven Fields, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Pennsylvania Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 298.7 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Near the start, right off the route
Hours: 11 am–11 pm
+14128269680
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Top Coffee Stop
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Near the end, short detour
Hours: 12–10 pm
+12154653515
Holy Cannoli! Cafe
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Near the start, right off the route
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Hours: 11 am–11 pm
+14128269680
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania
Hours: 2–11 pm
+17176913131
Visit websiteNear the start, ~9 min detour
New Kensington, Pennsylvania
Hours: 5–9 pm
+14124801170
Visit websiteNear the start, ~11 min detour
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Hours: 11 am–10 pm
+14129680848
Visit websiteNear the end, ~10 min detour
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Hours: 7 am–5 pm
+12672772623
Visit websiteNear the start, ~11 min detour
Irwin, Pennsylvania
Hours: 11 am–9 pm
+17243824335
Visit websiteNear the start, ~11 min detour
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Hours: 11 am–8:30 pm
+14127933121
Visit websiteNear the start, ~12 min detour
Jeannette, Pennsylvania
Hours: 11 am–9 pm
+17245275553
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Hours: 12–10 pm
+12154653515
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Hours: 7:30 am–4 pm
+12673191700
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Hours: 7 am–3 pm
+12678869851
Visit websiteNear the start, ~9 min detour
North Huntingdon, Pennsylvania
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteNear the start, ~9 min detour
Adamsburg, Pennsylvania
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887174544
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Jones Mills, Pennsylvania
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18889982546
Visit websiteNear the start, ~9 min detour
New Stanton, Pennsylvania
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18336322778
Visit websiteNear the start, ~10 min detour
North Huntingdon, Pennsylvania
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18777983752
Visit websiteNear the start, ~9 min detour
New Stanton, Pennsylvania
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, ~12 min detour
Somerset, Pennsylvania
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, ~12 min detour
Somerset, Pennsylvania
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
King of Prussia, Pennsylvania
Hours: 8 am–12 pm
+16106248058
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
King of Prussia, Pennsylvania
Hours: 10 am–8:30 pm
+16105954359
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Hours: 4–9:30 pm
+12154546159
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
King of Prussia, Pennsylvania
Hours: 8 am–8 pm
+16102651071
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Hours: 11 am–6 pm
+12157330390
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Hours: 4–10 pm
+12159222386
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Hours: 9 am–5 pm
+12159652305
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Hours: Closed
+12159233811
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
5 decision points cluster between mile 2.6 and 323.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the exit toward I 76, PATP: Youngstown Ohio, Harrisburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward I 76 East: Harrisburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit onto I 76 toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork onto I 76 / Schuylkill Expressway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Passyunk Avenue, Oregon Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$54.05 one way
$108.09 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $59.19 | $118.39 |
| premium | $4.93 | $63.22 | $126.45 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $71.98 | $143.95 |
Estimated Tolls: $38.84
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
$54
Tolls
$39
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$118–$143
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 114.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 97.8 | 1 | $34.23 | $15.65 |
| Efficient EV | 81.5 | 0 | $28.53 | $13.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 130.4 | 1 | $45.64 | $20.86 |
Gas CO2
114 kg
EV CO2
38 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Seven Fields on Sunday
Local time
12:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Destination
Late night in Whitman on Sunday
Local time
12:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
54°F
Hancock, MD
163 mi in
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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Expect a highway-focused drive for the vast majority of this trip, with 98% of the route utilizing major interstates like the Pennsylvania Turnpike and I-76. The Schuylkill Expressway also plays a role, contributing to the high-speed nature of the journey. You'll encounter a significant uninterrupted stretch of 298.7 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, meaning long periods of consistent travel. This profile suggests a driving experience characterized by speed and directness, with little in the way of winding local roads or frequent traffic light stops.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and I 76. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.6 miles in.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 326 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 2.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 302.4 miles (I 76): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Seven Fields, PA to Whitman, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Philadelphia along the way.
Philadelphia
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 10m. Total distance: 326 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 10m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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