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Trip from Whitman, PA to Breinigsville, PA

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 26, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 27m

Distance

65.1 mi

105 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$10

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 20 min
4 AM
1h 21m ★
6 AM
1h 27m
8 AM
1h 41m
10 AM
1h 32m
12 PM
1h 31m
3 PM
1h 33m
5 PM
1h 40m
8 PM
1h 23m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Whitman, PA, PA

Whitman, PA

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Downtown Breinigsville, PA, PA

Breinigsville, PA

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Trip Overview

Whitman, PA to Breinigsville, PA is 65.1 miles and takes about 1h 27m via Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, Schuylkill Expressway, and Mid-County Expressway, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Northeast region of Pennsylvania, offering a straightforward, highway-focused journey. With only 65.1 miles and a quick drive time, this route is ideal for a same-day trip without feeling rushed. Expect to spend most of your time on major highways, making it a convenient option for getting from point A to point B efficiently.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension 36.3 mi 38m
Schuylkill Expressway 15.4 mi 22m
Mid-County Expressway 3.4 mi 4m
Trexlertown Bypass 3.1 mi 4m
Oregon Avenue 1.8 mi 3m
Cetronia Road 1.5 mi 3m
Hamilton Boulevard 0.7 mi 1m
Breinigsville Road 0.5 mi 1m
Longest stretch: Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension — 36.3 mi, about 38m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Whitman, PA and Breinigsville, PA.

1

Start on Vollmer Street

231 ft · 12 sec · Vollmer Street
2

Turn right onto South 5th Street

0.1 mi · 27 sec · South 5th Street
3

Turn left onto Ritner Street

445 ft · 24 sec · Ritner Street
4

Turn left onto South 6th Street

0.3 mi · 44 sec · South 6th Street
5

At end of road, turn right onto Oregon Avenue

1.8 mi · 3 min · Oregon Avenue
6

Continue on this road

0.1 mi · 18 sec · this road
Use the left / uturn / straight / right lanes.
7

Merge onto I 76

15 mi · 22 min · Schuylkill Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Exit 331B Toward I 476 North: Plymouth Meeting Use the slight right lane.
9

Merge onto I 476

3.3 mi · 4 min · Mid-County Expressway
10

Turn slight left onto I 476

0.2 mi · 13 sec · Mid-County Expressway
11

Continue on I 476; PATP

36 mi · 38 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Use the straight / right lanes.
12

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 50 sec
Toward Service Plaza Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Keep slight left at fork

0.1 mi · 39 sec
14

At end of road, turn right

190 ft · 19 sec
15

Turn left

0.4 mi · 2 min
16

At end of road, turn left onto Cetronia Road

1.5 mi · 3 min · Cetronia Road
17

Turn left onto Grange Road

414 ft · 11 sec · Grange Road
18

Merge onto US 222

2.7 mi · 3 min · Trexlertown Bypass
19

Continue on US 222

0.4 mi · 32 sec · Trexlertown Bypass
20

Continue on US 222

0.7 mi · 1 min · Hamilton Boulevard
21

Turn sharp left onto Breinigsville Road

0.5 mi · 1 min · Breinigsville Road
22

Arrive at destination

Breinigsville Road

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

county seat of Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Norristown, PA

33 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

Wyndmoor, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Skippack, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 32.5 miles from Whitman, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

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 15

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 58.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | South 5th Street

Turn right onto South 5th Street

Navigation decision point

5
0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | Ritner Street

Turn left onto Ritner Street

Navigation decision point

5
0.5 mi into trip | ~1m in | Oregon Avenue

At end of road, turn right onto Oregon Avenue

Navigation decision point

7
17.9 mi into trip | ~27m in

Take the exit toward I 476 North: Plymouth Meeting

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 331B Toward I 476 North: Plymouth Meeting
6
58.3 mi into trip | ~1h 12m in

Take the exit toward Service Plaza

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward Service Plaza

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$10.47 one way

$20.94 round trip

$4.09/gal 25.4 MPG avg 23 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.60 $11.79 $23.57
premium $4.95 $12.70 $25.39
diesel $5.98 $15.33 $30.65

Estimated Tolls: $4.72

Pennsylvania Turnpike (36.3 mi) $4.72

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$10

Tolls

$5

Total

$15

Estimated CO2 emission: 22.8 kg one way.

Driving Electric?

About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 19.5 0 $6.84 $3.12
Efficient EV 16.3 0 $5.70 $2.60
EV Truck/SUV 26 0 $9.11 $4.17

Gas CO2

23 kg

EV CO2

8 kg (65% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026

Origin

Whitman, PA

Evening in Whitman on Sunday

Local time

5:30 PM

EDT

Current temp

92°F

Mostly Sunny

SW 5 to 15 mph 1% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 4:45AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 4:42AM EDT by NWS State College PA

Destination

Breinigsville, PA

Evening in Breinigsville on Sunday

Local time

5:30 PM

EDT

Current temp

55°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

37 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

1h 27m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

This route is primarily a highway-focused drive, with 85% of the journey utilizing major expressways. You'll experience a consistent, fast pace for the majority of the trip, especially during the longest stretch of 36.3 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension. The Schuylkill Expressway and Mid-County Expressway continue this theme, keeping you on high-speed corridors. Expect a driving experience that prioritizes direct travel over scenic detours, with smooth transitions between these main roads.

85% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 36.3 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and Schuylkill Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South 5th Street.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 65.1 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (South 5th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Ritner Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (Oregon Avenue): Navigation decision point.

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 Whitman, PA to Breinigsville, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Service Plaza along the way.

Service Plaza

58.3 mi in | ~1h 12m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 27m. Total distance: 65.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 36.3 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $4.72 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 Breinigsville, PA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

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: near the start (South 5th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Ritner Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (Oregon Avenue): Navigation decision point.

Yes — Independence National Historical Park, Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial and Valley Forge National Historical Park (4 total within detour distance). 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 Breinigsville, 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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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