If you are planning to head north from Sharpsville to Erie, you are looking at a straightforward 78-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 26 minutes. Because the entire route is within Pennsylvania, you will stay firmly in the Northeast region for the duration of the trip. This is an ideal one-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless you have plans to linger at your destination. Budgeting approximately $13 for fuel should cover your needs for this direct transit. Since there are no required stops, you have the flexibility to power through the drive in a single sitting or take your time as you navigate local roads.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
42 miles from Sharpsville, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 53m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 79
61.4 mi
1h 6m
Lake Road
9.7 mi
13m
Franklin Road
4.4 mi
6m
West 12th Street
2.3 mi
4m
North Hermitage Road
2.1 mi
3m
Lamor Road
0.9 mi
1m
Clarksville Road
0.8 mi
1m
State Street
0.4 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 79
— 61.4 mi, about 1h 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sharpsville, PA and Erie, PA.
1
Start on South Mercer Avenue
95 ft·7 sec·South Mercer Avenue
2
Turn right onto PA 518
0.2 mi·27 sec·South Walnut Street
3
Continue on PA 518
0.9 mi·1 min·Lamor Road
4
Turn left onto PA 18
2.1 mi·3 min·North Hermitage Road
Use the left lane.
5
Take the exit
0.1 mi·16 sec
Toward PA 258 South: Clark, Mercer
6
Turn slight right onto PA 258
9.7 mi·13 min·Lake Road
7
Continue on PA 258
0.8 mi·1 min·Clarksville Road
8
Continue on PA 258
0.4 mi·59 sec·North Maple Street
9
Turn left onto West North Street
0.2 mi·32 sec·West North Street
10
Turn slight left onto US 19; US 62
0.4 mi·36 sec·Franklin Street
11
Keep slight right at fork onto US 62
4.4 mi·6 min·Franklin Road
Toward US 62 North: Franklin
12
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·52 sec
13
Merge onto I 79
61 mi·1 hr 6 min·I 79
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi·49 sec
Exit 183AToward PA 5 East, PA 290 East: 12th Street
15
Turn right onto PA 5; PA 290
2.3 mi·4 min·West 12th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Turn left onto State Street
0.4 mi·1 min·State Street
Use the left lane.
17
Arrive at destination
State Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding local rush hours can make for a smoother experience. Because the entire route consists of local roads, keep in mind that travel times can be sensitive to local traffic patterns and turning requirements. You won't find a long, uninterrupted stretch of highway here, so plan to stay focused on navigating the turns throughout the 1 hour and 26-minute duration. Make sure your vehicle is fueled up before you leave Sharpsville, as the $13 estimated cost is a modest investment for a direct trip. A helpful tip for this specific route is to double-check your navigation before starting, as the reliance on local roads like Lamor and North Hermitage means there are multiple turns to track.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 42 miles from Sharpsville, PA, or about 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 61.4 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 18 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42 miles or 53m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Erie, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Sharpsville, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Sharpsville, PA
This is one driving day of about 84 miles and 1h 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Sharpsville, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 79 for about 61.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 9
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 83.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|PA 518 / South Walnut Street
Turn right onto PA 518 / South Walnut Street
Navigation decision point
5
1.1 mi into trip|~2m in|PA 18 / North Hermitage Road
Turn left onto PA 18 / North Hermitage Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
3.2 mi into trip|~5m in
Take the exit toward PA 258 South: Clark, Mercer
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward PA 258 South: Clark, Mercer
6
81 mi into trip|~1h 35m in
Take the exit toward PA 5 East, PA 290 East: 12th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 183A
Toward PA 5 East, PA 290 East: 12th Street
6
83.5 mi into trip|~1h 41m in|State Street
Turn left onto State Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.93 one way
$27.85 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg29 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$15.25
$30.50
premium
$4.93
$16.29
$32.58
diesel
$5.61
$18.55
$37.09
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
25.2
0
$8.82
$4.03
Efficient EV
21
0
$7.35
$3.36
EV Truck/SUV
33.6
0
$11.76
$5.38
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
Sharpsville, PA
Morning
in Sharpsville on Sunday
Local time
10:52 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Erie, PA
Morning
in Erie on Sunday
Local time
10:52 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Widespread Fog then Partly Sunny
N 5 mph4% chanceLive forecast
Dense Fog Advisory
Dense Fog Advisory issued April 17 at 4:51AM EDT until April 17 at 11:00AM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
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
14 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
1h 43m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route features zero highway miles. You will navigate primarily via South Walnut Street, Lamor Road, and North Hermitage Road to reach your destination. Because you are avoiding major highways, you should prepare for a more hands-on experience behind the wheel. The road requires constant attention due to its technical, local nature, offering a distinct departure from the typical high-speed transit found on larger interstates. Staying alert is key as you maneuver through these local corridors for the full duration of your 78-mile trip.
73% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 61.4 mi on I 79.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 79 and Lake Road. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near PA 518 / South Walnut Street.
Driving Effort5/10
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 84 miles you will encounter 9 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: near the start (PA 518 / South Walnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (PA 18 / North Hermitage Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 43m. Total distance: 84 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (73%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 61.4 miles on I 79. 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: near the start (PA 518 / South Walnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (PA 18 / North Hermitage Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Erie, PA before heading back.
