Origin
Terre Hill, PA
Morning in Terre Hill on Sunday
Local time
6:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Terre Hill, PA to Erie, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 54m
Distance
348.6 mi
561 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$58
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 43m
★
6 AM
6h 55m
8 AM
7h 18m
10 AM
7h 3m
12 PM
7h 1m
3 PM
7h 4m
5 PM
7h 17m
8 PM
6h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Terre Hill, PA
Claudio Fornaciari
Erie, PA
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Terre Hill, PA to Erie, PA is 348.6 miles and takes about 6h 54m via Keystone Shortway and I-79, with a fuel budget near $58 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive takes you across Pennsylvania, moving from the Northeast region to the same region, and is a solid choice for a single-day trip. Expect a mixed driving experience with a significant portion on major highways. With only one recommended stop and a relatively manageable duration, this route is efficient for reaching your destination without feeling overly rushed.
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
174.3 miles from Terre Hill, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 42m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Keystone Shortway | 102.7 mi | 1h 50m |
| I 79 | 65.8 mi | 1h 10m |
| US 322 | 54.4 mi | 1h 7m |
| PA 283 | 28.6 mi | 33m |
| US 22 | 24.5 mi | 32m |
| Mount Nittany Expressway | 17.5 mi | 21m |
| US 222 | 11.6 mi | 14m |
| Port Matilda Highway | 10.1 mi | 14m |
Longest stretch:
Keystone Shortway
— 102.7 mi, about 1h 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Terre Hill, PA and Erie, PA.
1
Start on PA 897
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
West Main Street
2
Turn left onto Lancaster Avenue
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Lancaster Avenue
3
Continue on Martindale Road
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Martindale Road
4
Turn right onto US 322
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Division Highway
5
Continue on US 322
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
East Main Street
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
7
Merge onto US 222
9.8 mi
·
11 min
·
US 222
8
Keep slight right at fork onto US 222
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
US 222
Toward US 30 West
9
Keep slight left at fork onto PA 283
29 mi
·
33 min
·
PA 283
Toward PA 283 West: Harrisburg
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
47 sec
Toward I 283 North: Harrisburg
11
Merge onto I 283
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
I 283
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 283
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
I 283
Exit 3B-C
Toward I 83 North, US 322
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 3B
Toward I 83 North, US 322 West: Hazleton, State College
14
Continue on I 83
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
I 83
15
Continue on US 322
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
US 322
Exit 51A
Toward I 81 South, US 322 West: Carlisle, State College
16
Take the exit onto US 322
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
US 322
Exit 67A; 67B
Toward US 22 East, PA 230 East, US 22 West, US 322 West: Harrisburg, Lewistown, State College
17
Keep slight right at fork onto US 322
52 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
·
US 322
Exit 67B
Toward US 22 West, US 322 West: Lewistown, State College
Use the slight right lane.
18
Keep slight left at fork onto US 22; US 322
24 mi
·
32 min
·
US 22; US 322
Toward US 22 West, US 322 West: Mount Union, State College
19
Continue on US 322; PA 144 Truck
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Boal Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Continue on US 322; PA 144 Truck
18 mi
·
21 min
·
Mount Nittany Expressway
21
Keep slight right at fork onto US 322
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
28th Division Highway
Exit 62
Toward US 322 West: Philipsburg
22
Continue on US 322
10 mi
·
14 min
·
Port Matilda Highway
Use the straight lane.
23
Continue on US 322
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Railroad Street
24
Turn right onto US 322; PA 53
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
North Centre Street
25
Continue on US 322; PA 53
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
North Front Street
26
Continue on US 322
7.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Philipsburg Bigler Highway
27
Continue on US 322
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Woodland Bigler Highway
28
Turn right onto PA 970
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Shawville Highway
Use the straight lane.
29
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
30
Merge onto I 80
103 mi
·
1 hr 50 min
·
Keystone Shortway
31
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 79 North: Erie
32
Merge onto I 79
66 mi
·
1 hr 10 min
·
I 79
33
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
Exit 183A
Toward PA 5 East, PA 290 East: 12th Street
34
Turn right onto PA 5; PA 290
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
West 12th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
35
Turn left onto State Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
State Street
Use the left lane.
36
Arrive at destination
State Street
Trip Plan
Given the 6h 54m duration, starting early in the morning from Terre Hill is advisable to ensure you arrive in Erie with ample daylight. While the drive is feasible in one day, plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs and refuel. The fuel cost is estimated at $58, so factor that into your budget. Keep an eye on the Keystone Shortway for its longest stretch of 102.7 miles; ensure you're fueled up before entering this section, as services might be less frequent than on interstates.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 174.3 miles from Terre Hill, PA, or about 3h 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 102.7 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 77 miles or 1h 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 174.3 miles or 3h 42m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 46m
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 Terre Hill, 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 Terre Hill, PA
This is one driving day of about 348.6 miles and 6h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 77 miles from Terre Hill, 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 102.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
174 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 77 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 174.3 miles from Terre Hill, 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 102.7 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 245 decision points cluster between mile 17.6 and 55.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
17.6 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
PA 283
Keep slight left at fork onto PA 283 toward PA 283 West: Harrisburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward PA 283 West: Harrisburg
7
48.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
|
I 283
Keep slight right at fork onto I 283 toward I 83 North, US 322
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 3B-C
Toward I 83 North, US 322
8
48.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 83 North, US 322 West: Hazleton, State College
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 3B
Toward I 83 North, US 322 West: Hazleton, State...
6
55.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
|
US 322
Take the exit onto US 322 toward US 22 East, PA 230 East, US 22 West, US 322 West: Harrisburg, Lewistown, State College
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 67A; 67B
Toward US 22 East, PA 230 East, US 22 West, US...
9
55.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
|
US 322
Keep slight right at fork onto US 322 toward US 22 West, US 322 West: Lewistown, State College
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 67B
Toward US 22 West, US 322 West: Lewistown, Stat...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$57.79 one way
$115.59 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
122 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $63.30 | $126.59 |
| premium | $4.93 | $67.61 | $135.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $76.97 | $153.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$58
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$83–$108
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 122 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $37 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 104.6 | 1 | $36.60 | $16.73 |
| Efficient EV | 87.2 | 0 | $30.50 | $13.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 139.4 | 1 | $48.80 | $22.31 |
Gas CO2
122 kg
EV CO2
41 kg (66% 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
Erie, PA
Morning in Erie on Sunday
Local time
6:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Widespread Fog
W 3 mph
17% chance
Live forecast
57°F
Wellsville, NY
174 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
24 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
6h 54m on the road
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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument
National Monument
More than 7,800 children from 140 Tribes went to the Carlisle School from 1879 to 1918. The National Park Service will collaborate with families, affiliated Tribal Nations, the US Army, historians, an...
17 mi from route
~42 min detour
Free
near mile 60.1
View on nps.gov
Appalachian National Scenic Trail
National Scenic Trail
The Appalachian Trail is a 2,190+ mile long public footpath that traverses the scenic, wooded, pastoral, wild, and culturally resonant lands of the Appalachian Mountains. Conceived in 1921, built by p...
18 mi from route
~45 min detour
Free
near mile 36.1
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This is a mixed drive, with 60% of the route utilizing highways. You'll spend a good portion of your time on the Keystone Shortway and Interstate 79. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 102.7 miles on the Keystone Shortway, offering a period of consistent travel. As you progress, the character of the drive will shift between faster highway sections and potentially more varied road types, keeping things from becoming monotonous.
60% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
36 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 102.7 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 17.6 miles in near PA 283.
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 24 significant decision points across 348.6 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 17.6 miles (PA 283): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 48.6 miles (I 283): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 48.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Terre Hill, PA and Erie, PA, road signs point toward State College and Lewistown.
State College
48.9 mi in
|
~1h 2m
Lewistown
55.3 mi in
|
~1h 11m
|
via US 322
About the Cities
Arriving in Erie, PA
Full guide →Erie is a city of about 100,000 in Northwestern Pennsylvania. It is Pennsylvania's only lake port on the Great Lakes (Lake Erie).
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 54m. Total distance: 348.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 54m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 102.7 miles on Keystone Shortway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Erie, 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 17.6 miles (PA 283): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 48.6 miles (I 283): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 48.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument and Appalachian National Scenic Trail. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.9 hours each way, a round trip means 13.8 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Erie, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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