Origin
West Kittanning, PA
Morning in West Kittanning on Sunday
Local time
8:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from West Kittanning, PA to Philadelphia, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 57m
Distance
302.6 mi
487 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$50
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 44m
★
6 AM
5h 57m
8 AM
6h 23m
10 AM
6h 7m
12 PM
6h 4m
3 PM
6h 8m
5 PM
6h 22m
8 PM
5h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
West Kittanning, PA
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Philadelphia, PA
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Trip Overview
West Kittanning, PA to Philadelphia, PA is 302.6 miles and takes about 5h 57m via Pennsylvania Turnpike and I-99, with a fuel budget near $50 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Pennsylvania, moving from the Northeast region to the Northeast region. It's a straightforward, highway-focused drive that's ideal for a single-day excursion when you want to cover ground efficiently. You'll spend most of your time on major interstates, making it a practical choice for getting from point A to point B without much fuss.
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
151.3 miles from West Kittanning, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 5m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 181 mi | 3h 16m |
| I 99 | 27.2 mi | 29m |
| US 422 | 24.7 mi | 31m |
| Indiana Road | 19.5 mi | 26m |
| I 76 | 18 mi | 26m |
| William Penn Highway | 16.4 mi | 19m |
| Benjamin Franklin Highway | 6.2 mi | 9m |
| Ben Franklin Highway | 1.6 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 181 mi, about 3h 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Kittanning, PA and Philadelphia, PA.
1
Start on this road
142 ft
·
12 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Southern Avenue
0.2 mi
·
52 sec
·
Southern Avenue
3
At end of road, turn left onto US 422 Business
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Butler Road
4
Continue on US 422 Business
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Kittanning Citizens Bridge
5
Turn right onto US 422 Business
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Water Street
6
Turn left onto US 422 Business
20 mi
·
26 min
·
Indiana Road
7
Continue on US 422; PA 56
6.2 mi
·
7 min
·
US 422; PA 56
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on US 422; PA 286 Truck
18 mi
·
23 min
·
US 422; PA 286 Truck
9
Continue on US 422; PA 271
6.2 mi
·
9 min
·
Benjamin Franklin Highway
10
Continue on US 422
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Ben Franklin Highway
11
Continue on West High Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West High Street
12
Turn slight right onto Rowena Drive
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Rowena Drive
13
Merge onto Admiral Peary Highway
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Admiral Peary Highway
Toward US 22 East: Hollidaysburg
14
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward US 22 East: Hollidaysburg
Use the left lane.
15
Merge onto US 22
16 mi
·
19 min
·
William Penn Highway
16
Continue on this road
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
this road
Toward I 99, US 220: Altoona, Bedford
17
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
Toward I 99 South, US 220 South: Bedford
18
Merge onto I 99; US 220
27 mi
·
29 min
·
I 99; US 220
19
Take the exit
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Toward Pittsburgh, Harrisburg
20
Keep slight right at fork
284 ft
·
8 sec
Toward US 220 Business South: Bedford
21
Turn slight right onto US 220 BUS
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Business 220
22
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward I 70, I 76, PATP: Pittsburgh, Harrisburg
23
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Toward I 76 East, I 70 East: Harrisburg
24
Merge onto I 70; I 76; PATP
181 mi
·
3 hr 16 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
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.
26
Keep slight left at fork onto I 676; US 30
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Vine Street Expressway
Toward I 676 East, US 30 East: Central Philadelphia
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
27
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Toward Central Philadelphia
Use the slight right lane.
28
Keep slight right at fork
313 ft
·
11 sec
Toward 15th Street, Central Philadelphia
Use the slight right lane.
29
Turn right onto North 15th Street
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
North 15th Street
Use the right lane.
30
Turn slight left onto PA 611
379 ft
·
8 sec
·
South Penn Square
31
Keep slight left at fork onto South Penn Square
167 ft
·
2 sec
·
South Penn Square
32
Arrive at destination
South Penn Square
Trip Plan
Given the 5h 57m estimated drive time, starting in the morning is your best bet to allow for an evening arrival in Philadelphia. The longest stretch is 181 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, so plan your first significant stop after you've completed that segment to refuel and stretch your legs. With a fuel cost estimated around $50, it's an economical trip. This is a drive that can comfortably be done in one day, giving you flexibility on timing and stops. Keep an eye out for the transition off the Pennsylvania Turnpike, as that's when the driving environment will start to change.
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 151.3 miles from West Kittanning, PA, or about 3h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 181 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 67 miles or 1h 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 151.3 miles or 3h 5m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Philadelphia, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving West Kittanning, 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 West Kittanning, PA
This is one driving day of about 302.6 miles and 5h 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 67 miles from West Kittanning, 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 181 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
151 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 67 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 151.3 miles from West Kittanning, 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 181 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 205 decision points cluster between mile 55.5 and 302 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
55.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m in
Turn left toward US 22 East: Hollidaysburg
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward US 22 East: Hollidaysburg
6
72.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 38m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 99 South, US 220 South: Bedford
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 99 South, US 220 South: Bedford
8
283.1 mi into trip
|
~5h 28m 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
8
301.1 mi into trip
|
~5h 54m in
|
I 676; US 30 / Vine Street Expressway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 676; US 30 / Vine Street Expressway toward I 676 East, US 30 East: Central Philadelphia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Toward I 676 East, US 30 East: Central Philadel...
9
302 mi into trip
|
~5h 56m in
Keep slight right at fork toward 15th Street, Central Philadelphia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward 15th Street, Central Philadelphia
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$50.17 one way
$100.33 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
106 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $54.94 | $109.89 |
| premium | $4.93 | $58.69 | $117.37 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $66.81 | $133.62 |
Estimated Tolls: $23.54
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(181 mi)
$23.54
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
$50
Tolls
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$99–$124
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 105.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $32 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 90.8 | 1 | $31.77 | $14.52 |
| Efficient EV | 75.7 | 0 | $26.48 | $12.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 121 | 1 | $42.36 | $19.37 |
Gas CO2
106 kg
EV CO2
35 kg (67% 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
Philadelphia, PA
Morning in Philadelphia on Sunday
Local time
8:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
54°F
Hancock, MD
151 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
5 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
5h 57m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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.
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...
1 mi from route
~2 min detour
$1
near mile 302.3
Park Closure: Congress Hall Temporary Closure
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...
1 mi from route
~3 min detour
Free
near mile 302.3
View on nps.gov
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...
1 mi from route
~3 min detour
Free
near mile 281.4
View on nps.gov
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...
5 mi from route
~11 min detour
Free
near mile 177.2
View on nps.gov
Johnstown Flood National Memorial
National Memorial
The South Fork Dam failed on Friday, May 31, 1889, and unleashed 20,000,000 tons of water that devastated Johnstown, PA. The flood killed 2,209 people but it brought the nation and the world together...
10 mi from route
~26 min detour
Free
near mile 52.1
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...
14 mi from route
~34 min detour
Free
near mile 229.3
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 is predominantly highway cruising, with 83% of the drive on major roads. You'll experience a long stretch of 181 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, which means extended periods of consistent speed and fewer exits. After this main section, you'll transition to other highways like I-99 and US 422, which may present more frequent exits and potentially more varied traffic patterns as you approach urban areas.
83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
32 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 181 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 99. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 55.5 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 20 significant decision points across 302.6 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 55.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 72.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 283.1 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 West Kittanning, PA and Philadelphia, PA, road signs point toward Bedford, Pittsburgh, Harrisburg and Patp: Pittsburgh.
Bedford
72.2 mi in
|
~1h 38m
Pittsburgh
100.3 mi in
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~2h 8m
Harrisburg
100.3 mi in
|
~2h 8m
Patp: Pittsburgh
101.5 mi in
|
~2h 11m
About the Cities
Arriving in Philadelphia, PA
Full guide →“City of Brotherly Love” · Founded 1682
Top landmarks
- • Independence Hall — historic building in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
- • Liberty Bell — bell in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA that serves as a symbol of American inde...
- • Philadelphia Museum of Art — art museum in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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 5h 57m. Total distance: 302.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 181 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $23.54 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 Philadelphia, 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 55.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 72.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 283.1 miles (I 76): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Independence National Historical Park, Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial and Valley Forge National Historical Park (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.0 hours each way, a round trip means 11.9 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Philadelphia, 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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