Origin
Towanda, PA
Morning in Towanda on Sunday
Local time
11:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Towanda, PA to Haverford, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 46m
Distance
167.4 mi
269 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$28
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 34m
★
6 AM
3h 46m
8 AM
4h 12m
10 AM
3h 55m
12 PM
3h 53m
3 PM
3h 57m
5 PM
4h 11m
8 PM
3h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Towanda, PA
Haneul Trac
Trip Overview
Towanda to Haverford is 167.4 miles and takes about 3h 46m via Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, Grand Army of the Republic Highway, and Tunkhannock Highway, with a fuel budget near $28 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Pennsylvania, moving from the Northeast region to another part of the Northeast. Expect a mixed drive that's mostly highway, making it a straightforward journey for a single day. Given the relatively short duration, you'll likely find it an efficient way to get from point A to point B without extensive planning.
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
83.7 miles from Towanda, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 7m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension | 85.8 mi | 1h 32m |
| Grand Army of the Republic Highway | 21.2 mi | 30m |
| Tunkhannock Highway | 15.8 mi | 25m |
| Roosevelt Highway | 14.8 mi | 21m |
| Memorial Highway | 9.7 mi | 16m |
| PA 115 | 4.3 mi | 7m |
| West Montgomery Avenue | 4.3 mi | 9m |
| Mid-County Expressway | 3.4 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
— 85.8 mi, about 1h 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Towanda, PA and Haverford, PA.
1
Start on Park Street
237 ft
·
13 sec
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Park Street
2
Turn right onto John B Merrill Parkway
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
John B Merrill Parkway
3
Turn right onto Washington Street
289 ft
·
20 sec
·
Washington Street
4
Turn left onto US 6
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
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Main Street
5
Turn left onto US 6
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
Use the left lane.
6
Continue on US 6
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Golden Mile Road
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on US 6
12 mi
·
16 min
·
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Continue on US 6
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
State Street
9
Continue on US 6
6.9 mi
·
9 min
·
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on US 6
7.4 mi
·
10 min
·
Roosevelt Highway
11
Continue on US 6
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
·
River Street
12
Continue on US 6
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Main Street
13
Continue on US 6
7.4 mi
·
11 min
·
Roosevelt Highway
Use the straight lane.
14
Turn straight onto US 6
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
Toward US 6 Bypass East: Scranton
15
Turn right onto PA 29
300 ft
·
10 sec
·
Bridge Street
Use the right lane.
16
Continue on PA 29
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Tunkhannock Highway
17
Continue on PA 29
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Hunter Highway
18
Continue on PA 29
16 mi
·
24 min
·
Tunkhannock Highway
19
Turn left onto PA 309; PA 415
9.7 mi
·
16 min
·
Memorial Highway
20
Continue on PA 115
4.3 mi
·
7 min
·
PA 115
21
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward PATP
22
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
Toward PATP
23
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Toward I 476 South: Allentown
24
Merge onto I 476; PATP
85 mi
·
1 hr 32 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Continue on I 476; PATP
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Exit 20
26
Keep slight left at fork onto I 476; PATP
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Use the slight left lane.
27
Continue on I 476
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Mid-County Expressway
28
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 16
Toward I 76 East, I 76 West: Philadelphia, Valley Forge
Use the slight right lane.
29
Keep slight right at fork
521 ft
·
12 sec
Exit 16B
Toward I 76 West: Valley Forge
Use the slight right lane.
30
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
Toward Conshohocken
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
31
Turn left onto Matsonford Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Matsonford Road
Use the left lane.
32
Turn left onto PA 320
4.3 mi
·
9 min
·
West Montgomery Avenue
33
Turn left onto Woodside Road
525 ft
·
23 sec
·
Woodside Road
34
Turn left onto Winsor Lane
343 ft
·
18 sec
·
Winsor Lane
35
Turn left
10 ft
·
0 sec
36
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
For this 3-hour and 46-minute drive, starting in the morning is your best bet to maximize daylight and avoid potential afternoon traffic. With only one recommended stop and a $28 fuel budget, you can comfortably make the journey without needing to split it. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 85.8-mile stretch on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, as services can be spaced out. Since this is a single-day trip, you have the flexibility to depart a bit later if needed, but an early start ensures a relaxed pace.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 83.7 miles from Towanda, PA, or about 2h 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 85.8 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 37 miles or 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 83.7 miles or 2h 7m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 5m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Haverford, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Towanda, 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 Towanda, PA
This is one driving day of about 167.4 miles and 3h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 37 miles from Towanda, 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 Northeast Extension for about 85.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
84 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 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 83.7 miles from Towanda, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 85.8 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 195 decision points cluster between mile 0.5 and 162 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.5 mi into trip
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~1m in
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US 6 / Grand Army of the Republic Highway
Turn left onto US 6 / Grand Army of the Republic Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
157.9 mi into trip
|
~3h 27m in
|
I 476; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Keep slight left at fork onto I 476; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
8
161.5 mi into trip
|
~3h 32m in
Take the exit toward I 76 East, I 76 West: Philadelphia, Valley Forge
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 16
Toward I 76 East, I 76 West: Philadelphia, Vall...
8
161.9 mi into trip
|
~3h 33m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 76 West: Valley Forge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 16B
Toward I 76 West: Valley Forge
8
162 mi into trip
|
~3h 33m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Conshohocken
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward Conshohocken
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.75 one way
$55.51 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
59 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $30.40 | $60.79 |
| premium | $4.93 | $32.47 | $64.93 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $36.96 | $73.92 |
Estimated Tolls: $11.16
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(85.8 mi)
$11.16
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
$28
Tolls
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$64–$89
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 58.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 50.2 | 0 | $17.58 | $8.04 |
| Efficient EV | 41.9 | 0 | $14.65 | $6.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 67 | 0 | $23.44 | $10.71 |
Gas CO2
59 kg
EV CO2
20 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
Haverford, PA
Morning in Haverford on Sunday
Local time
11:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°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
3 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
3h 46m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Valley Forge National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Valley Forge is the place where George Washington and the Continental Army took refuge during the winter of 1777-1778. Today the park protects 3,500 acres of meadows, woodlands, historic landscapes, a...
7 mi from route
~17 min detour
Free
near mile 161.7
Park Closure: Sun, Apr 19 - Park Entrance and Tour Roads Temporarily Closed for Rev Run
Park Closure: Admin Parking Lot Closed Fri 4/17 Until Sun 4/19 at Noon for Rev Run Setup
Independence National Historical Park
National Historical Park
The park represents the founding ideals of the nation, and preserves national and international symbols of freedom and democracy, including Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell. The Declaration of I...
9 mi from route
~22 min detour
$1
near mile 167.4
View on nps.gov
Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial
National Memorial
Visit the house where wounded Polish freedom fighter Thaddeus Kosciuszko lived and hear how this brilliant military engineer designed successful fortifications during the American Revolution. See the...
9 mi from route
~23 min detour
Free
near mile 167.4
View on nps.gov
First State National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Famous as the First State to ratify the Constitution, Delaware was born out of a conflict among three world powers for dominance of the Delaware Valley. From this beginning, the region developed a dis...
19 mi from route
~48 min detour
Free
near mile 167.4
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This route offers a mixed drive experience, with 56% of it being highway. You'll spend a good portion of your time on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, including the longest stretch of 85.8 miles without a major change in road type. The Grand Army of the Republic Highway and Tunkhannock Highway will introduce more varied driving conditions as you progress. Overall, expect a blend of faster highway speeds and potentially more winding or local road segments as you near your destination.
56% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
36 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 85.8 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
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 0.5 miles in near US 6 / Grand Army of the Republic Highway.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 167.4 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 0.5 miles (US 6 / Grand Army of the Republic Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 157.9 miles (I 476; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 161.5 miles: 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.
On the drive from Towanda, PA to Haverford, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Patp along the way.
Patp
71.5 mi in
|
~1h 53m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 46m. Total distance: 167.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 85.8 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $11.16 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.
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 Haverford, 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 0.5 miles (US 6 / Grand Army of the Republic Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 157.9 miles (I 476; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 161.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Valley Forge National Historical Park, Independence National Historical Park and Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial (4 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.5 hours — manageable with a long break at Haverford, PA, but most travelers stay overnight.
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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