Origin
Springville, PA
Morning in Springville on Tuesday
Local time
7:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Springville, PA to Whitman, PA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 36m
Distance
126.3 mi
203 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 26m
★
6 AM
2h 37m
8 AM
2h 58m
10 AM
2h 44m
12 PM
2h 42m
3 PM
2h 45m
5 PM
2h 57m
8 PM
2h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Springville, PA
Jack Pace
Whitman, PA
Haneul Trac
Trip Overview
Springville to Whitman is 126.3 miles and takes about 2 hours 36 minutes via the Pennsylvania Turnpike and I-76, with a fuel budget near $21 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Northeast region, primarily traversing Pennsylvania. Expect a straightforward drive focused on efficient travel along major highways. With a recommended one-day duration, this route is well-suited for a quick journey between these two points in the state.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
63.1 miles from Springville, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 18m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 90 mi | 1h 36m |
| I 76 | 18 mi | 26m |
| West Lisburn Road | 3.9 mi | 7m |
| Boiling Springs Road | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| Schuylkill Expressway | 3 mi | 4m |
| US 15 | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Oregon Avenue/Vare Avenue | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| West Springville Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 90 mi, about 1h 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springville, PA and Whitman, PA.
1
Start on Hamilton Road
0.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Hamilton Road
2
Turn left onto West Springville Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Springville Road
3
At end of road, turn right onto Forge Road
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
Forge Road
4
Continue on Front Street
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Front Street
5
At end of road, turn left onto PA 174
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
East 1st Street
6
Continue on PA 174
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Boiling Springs Road
7
Turn right onto West Lisburn Road
3.9 mi
·
7 min
·
West Lisburn Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Use the left lane.
9
Merge onto US 15
0.6 mi
·
49 sec
·
US 15
10
Continue on US 15
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
US 15
11
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 76, PATP: Pittsburgh, Philadelphia
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 76 East: Philadelphia
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto I 76; PATP
90 mi
·
1 hr 36 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit onto I 76
18 mi
·
26 min
·
I 76
Exit 326
Toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia
Use the slight right lane.
15
Keep slight right at fork onto I 76
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Schuylkill Expressway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 347B
Toward Passyunk Avenue, Oregon Avenue
17
Keep slight left at fork
151 ft
·
5 sec
Toward I 76 East: Walt Whitman Bridge
18
Continue on West Oregon Vare Avenue
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
West Oregon Vare Avenue
19
Continue on Oregon Avenue/Vare Avenue
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Oregon Avenue/Vare Avenue
Use the left lane.
20
Turn left onto South 5th Street
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
South 5th Street
Use the left lane.
21
Turn right onto Porter Street
465 ft
·
24 sec
·
Porter Street
22
Turn right onto South 4th Street
270 ft
·
13 sec
·
South 4th Street
23
Turn right onto Vollmer Street
238 ft
·
10 sec
·
Vollmer Street
24
Arrive at destination
Vollmer Street
Trip Plan
Given the 2 hour 36 minute duration, this trip is easily completed in a single day, offering flexibility in your departure time. Consider leaving mid-morning to avoid the peak rush hour. With only one suggested stop and a fuel cost estimated at $21, you can plan your expenses accordingly. The vast majority of this route is on the Pennsylvania Turnpike and I-76, so be mindful of toll plazas and have your payment method ready. The 90-mile stretch on the Turnpike means you can settle in for a while before needing to look for services.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 63.1 miles from Springville, PA, or about 1h 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 90 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 28 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 63.1 miles or 1h 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Whitman, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Springville, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Springville, PA
This is one driving day of about 126.3 miles and 2h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Springville, 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 Pennsylvania Turnpike for about 90 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
63 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 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 63.1 miles from Springville, 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 90 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 11.8 and 123.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
11.8 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Take the exit toward I 76, PATP: Pittsburgh, Philadelphia
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 76, PATP: Pittsburgh, Philadelphia
7
12.4 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 76 East: Philadelphia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 76 East: Philadelphia
8
102.7 mi into trip
|
~2h in
|
I 76
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
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 326
Toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia
6
120.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 26m in
|
I 76 / Schuylkill Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 76 / Schuylkill Expressway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
6
123.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 31m in
Take the exit toward Passyunk Avenue, Oregon Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 347B
Toward Passyunk Avenue, Oregon Avenue
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.94 one way
$41.88 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
44 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $22.93 | $45.87 |
| premium | $4.93 | $24.49 | $48.99 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $27.89 | $55.77 |
Estimated Tolls: $11.70
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(90 mi)
$11.70
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
$21
Tolls
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 44.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 37.9 | 0 | $13.26 | $6.06 |
| Efficient EV | 31.6 | 0 | $11.05 | $5.05 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 50.5 | 0 | $17.68 | $8.08 |
Gas CO2
44 kg
EV CO2
15 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.
Destination
Whitman, PA
Morning in Whitman on Tuesday
Local time
7:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°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
10 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 36m 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 90% of the journey utilizing major interstates. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on the Pennsylvania Turnpike and I-76, which makes for a consistent and fast-paced experience. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 90 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, meaning you can cover a lot of ground without frequent exits. While the profile is largely highway, West Lisburn Road will offer a brief change of pace as you approach your destination.
90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 90 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
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 11.8 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 126.3 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 11.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 102.7 miles (I 76): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Springville, PA and Whitman, PA, road signs point toward Patp: Pittsburgh and Philadelphia.
Patp: Pittsburgh
11.8 mi in
|
~21m
Philadelphia
11.8 mi in
|
~21m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 36m. Total distance: 126.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 90 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $11.70 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.
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 Whitman, 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 11.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 102.7 miles (I 76): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Whitman, 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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