Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 15m
Distance
147.1 mi
237 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Whitman, PA
Haneul Trac
Hemlock Farms, PA
Jack Pace
This 147.1-mile journey from Whitman to Hemlock Farms is a straightforward, highway-focused drive that can easily be completed in about 3 hours and 15 minutes. Operating primarily on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, Schuylkill Expressway, and I-84, this route is well-suited for a single-day trip, with an estimated fuel cost of $24. Given its highway nature and relatively short duration, it’s a practical option for those looking to cover distance efficiently. You'll be staying within Pennsylvania for this entire trip, making it a convenient regional excursion.
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
73.6 miles from Whitman, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 29m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension | 67.3 mi | 1h 13m |
| Schuylkill Expressway | 15.4 mi | 22m |
| I 84 | 13.3 mi | 15m |
| Keystone Shortway | 9 mi | 10m |
| PA 903 | 7.1 mi | 10m |
| I 380 | 6.7 mi | 7m |
| Church Street | 5.5 mi | 10m |
| Main Street | 4.1 mi | 9m |
Step-by-step road directions between Whitman, PA and Hemlock Farms, PA.
Start on Vollmer Street
Turn right onto South 5th Street
Turn left onto Ritner Street
Turn left onto South 6th Street
At end of road, turn right onto Oregon Avenue
Continue on this road
Merge onto I 76
Take the exit
Merge onto I 476
Turn slight left onto I 476
Continue on I 476; PATP
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn slight right onto PA 903
At end of road, turn left onto PA 115
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 80
Take the exit
Continue on I 380
Take the exit
Turn right onto PA 423
At end of road, turn left onto PA 423
Turn right onto PA 423
Continue on PA 423
Turn straight onto PA 191
Continue on PA 191; PA 507
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 84
Take the exit
Turn right onto PA 739
Turn right onto Forest Drive
Turn right onto Hickory Drive
Arrive at destination
For this 147.1-mile trip, leaving mid-morning is a good strategy to avoid early rush hour while still giving you plenty of daylight. With only one stop recommended, you have flexibility in pacing yourself, but consider a break around the halfway point. The longest stretch on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension is a good time to ensure you have enough fuel, as services can be spaced out on the highway. The estimated fuel cost of $24 makes budgeting straightforward for this 3-hour, 15-minute drive.
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.
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 32 miles or 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 73.6 miles or 1h 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hemlock Farms, PA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Whitman, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Whitman, PA
This is one driving day of about 147.1 miles and 3h 15m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
74 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.
A short stop after about 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 73.6 miles from Whitman, 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 67.3 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 107.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto South 5th Street
Navigation decision point
Take the exit toward I 476 North: Plymouth Meeting
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward PA 903: Jim Thorpe, Lake Harmony
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward PA 903 North: Lake Harmony
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 380 North, PA 940 Truck East: Scranton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$24.39 one way
$48.77 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $26.71 | $53.42 |
| premium | $4.93 | $28.53 | $57.06 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.48 | $64.96 |
Estimated Tolls: $8.75
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
$24
Tolls
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 44.1 | 0 | $15.45 | $7.06 |
| Efficient EV | 36.8 | 0 | $12.87 | $5.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 58.8 | 0 | $20.59 | $9.41 |
Gas CO2
51 kg
EV CO2
17 kg (67% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Whitman on Sunday
Local time
10:53 AM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Partly Sunny then Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Morning in Hemlock Farms on Sunday
Local time
10:53 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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Expect a predominantly highway experience, with 79% of the drive utilizing major interstates. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 67.3 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, offering a chance to settle into a steady pace. This route is characterized by its focus on efficient travel, minimizing time spent on slower local roads. While not particularly winding, the consistent highway profile means you'll be managing lane changes and maintaining speed for a significant portion of the 3-hour drive.
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.
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 22 significant decision points across 147.1 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: near the start (South 5th Street): Navigation decision point; at 17.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 89.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Whitman, PA and Hemlock Farms, PA, road signs point toward Lake Harmony and 423: Tobyhanna.
Lake Harmony
423: Tobyhanna
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 15m. Total distance: 147.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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