Origin
Tamaqua, PA
Afternoon in Tamaqua on Tuesday
Local time
4:42 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Tamaqua, PA to Beckville, 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
35m
Distance
20.5 mi
33 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 32m
★
6 AM
0h 35m
8 AM
0h 41m
10 AM
0h 37m
12 PM
0h 37m
3 PM
0h 37m
5 PM
0h 41m
8 PM
0h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Tamaqua, PA
Haneul Trac
Beckville, PA
Haneul Trac
Trip Overview
Tamaqua to Beckville is 20.5 miles and takes about 35m via US 209, with a fuel budget near $3 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This quick drive stays within Pennsylvania's Northeast region, offering a straightforward journey with a strong highway focus. You'll primarily be on major roads, making it a convenient option for a short trip or a leg of a larger adventure. The minimal distance and estimated fuel cost make this a budget-friendly choice for local travel.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 209 | 13.4 mi | 22m |
| Route 61 South | 2.8 mi | 3m |
| Weigand Boulevard | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Pottsville Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| East Broad Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Mauch Chunk Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Gordon Nagle Trail | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| North Sillyman Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 209
— 13.4 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tamaqua, PA and Beckville, PA.
1
Start on PA 309
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Mauch Chunk Street
2
Turn sharp right onto Pine Street
489 ft
·
20 sec
·
Pine Street
3
Turn right onto US 209
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Broad Street
4
Turn left onto US 209
13 mi
·
22 min
·
US 209
5
Turn left onto US 209
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Coal Street
6
Turn right onto US 209
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Weigand Boulevard
7
Continue on US 209
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
Mauch Chunk Street
8
Turn left onto PA 61
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
South Claude A. Lord Boulevard
9
Continue on PA 61
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
Pottsville Boulevard
10
Continue on PA 61
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Route 61 South
11
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
12
Turn straight onto PA 183
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Pottsville Street
13
Turn right onto PA 901
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
North Sillyman Street
14
Continue on PA 901
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
Gordon Nagle Trail
15
Turn sharp left onto Beckville Road
0.1 mi
·
32 sec
·
Beckville Road
16
Arrive at destination
Beckville Road
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 20.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Pine Street
Turn sharp right onto Pine Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
4
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 209 / East Broad Street
Turn right onto US 209 / East Broad Street
Navigation decision point
4
14.1 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
US 209 / Coal Street
Turn left onto US 209 / Coal Street
Navigation decision point
4
19.8 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
PA 901 / North Sillyman Street
Turn right onto PA 901 / North Sillyman Street
Navigation decision point
5
20.4 mi into trip
|
~34m in
|
Beckville Road
Turn sharp left onto Beckville Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.34 one way
$6.69 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.56 | $3.68 | $7.36 |
| premium | $4.86 | $3.92 | $7.85 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.53 | $9.05 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-20.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.1 | 0 | $2.15 | $0.98 |
| Efficient EV | 5.1 | 0 | $1.79 | $0.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.87 | $1.31 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Beckville, PA
Afternoon in Beckville on Tuesday
Local time
4:42 PM
EDT
Current temp
73°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
14 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
35m 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 route leans heavily into highway driving, with 79% of the journey on faster roads. Expect a consistent pace for the majority of the trip, including a longest stretch of 13.4 miles on US 209. While focused on main thoroughfares like US 209 and Route 61 South, you'll also navigate Weigand Boulevard. The overall feel is one of efficient travel, minimizing local road detours and maximizing time on the open highway.
79% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 13.4 mi on US 209.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 209 and Route 61 South. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Pine Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 35m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Pine Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.2 miles (US 209 / East Broad Street): Navigation decision point; at 14.1 miles (US 209 / Coal Street): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 35m. Total distance: 20.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 13.4 miles on US 209. 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 0.1 miles (Pine Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.2 miles (US 209 / East Broad Street): Navigation decision point; at 14.1 miles (US 209 / Coal Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes — Appalachian National Scenic Trail. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Beckville, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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