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Trip from Whitman, PA to King, PA

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 12m

Distance

220.1 mi

354 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$36

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min
4 AM
4h 0m ★
6 AM
4h 13m
8 AM
4h 39m
10 AM
4h 22m
12 PM
4h 20m
3 PM
4h 23m
5 PM
4h 38m
8 PM
4h 5m

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

Haneul Trac

title given to the name of a male monarch

King, PA

Oscar Rockr

Trip Overview

Whitman, PA to King, PA is 220.1 miles and takes about 4h 12m via Pennsylvania Turnpike, Schuylkill Expressway, and I 99, with a fuel budget near $36 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Northeast region of Pennsylvania, offering a straightforward drive with minimal deviation from major highways. Given its predominantly highway profile, it's a practical choice for a single-day trip, focusing on efficient travel between these two points. You'll spend most of your time on well-maintained expressways, making for a predictable and relatively quick transit.

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

110 miles from Whitman, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 9m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike 181.2 mi 3h 16m
Schuylkill Expressway 20.1 mi 28m
I 99 9.5 mi 10m
William Penn Road 3.7 mi 5m
Oregon Avenue 1.8 mi 3m
I 76 0.4 mi 1m
Business 220 0.3 mi <1m
South 6th Street 0.3 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Pennsylvania Turnpike — 181.2 mi, about 3h 16m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Whitman, PA and King, 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

20 mi · 27 min · Schuylkill Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 10 sec
Exit 328B-A/327 Toward US 202, US 422 West: King of Prussia, West Chester, Pottstown Use the slight right lane.
9

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 22 sec
Toward US 202 South, US 422 West: Mall Boulevard, West Chester, Pottstown, Swedesford Road Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 20 sec
Toward Mall Boulevard Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Keep slight left at fork

0.1 mi · 8 sec
Toward I 76 West: New Jersey, Harrisburg
12

Merge onto I 76

0.4 mi · 52 sec · Schuylkill Expressway
Toward I 76 West: New Jersey, Harrisburg
13

Keep slight left at fork onto I 76

0.4 mi · 1 min · I 76
Toward I 76 West: Harrisburg Use the slight left lane.
14

Merge onto I 76; PATP

181 mi · 3 hr 16 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 46 sec
Toward Altoona, Johnstown Use the slight right lane.
16

Turn left onto US 220 BUS

0.3 mi · 42 sec · Business 220
17

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 27 sec
Toward I 99, US 220: Cumberland, Altoona
18

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 36 sec
Toward I 99 North, US 220 North: Altoona
19

Merge onto I 99; US 220

9.5 mi · 10 min · I 99; US 220
20

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 59 sec
Toward Blue Knob State Park
21

Turn left

0.1 mi · 15 sec
22

Continue on Sarah Furnace Road

0.3 mi · 32 sec · Sarah Furnace Road
23

Turn right onto William Penn Road

3.7 mi · 5 min · William Penn Road
24

Turn right onto Hickory Lane

213 ft · 9 sec · Hickory Lane
25

Arrive at destination

Hickory Lane

Trip Plan

For this 220.1-mile drive, leaving in the morning is your best bet to ensure you have plenty of daylight. Since the total duration is just over 4 hours, you can easily complete this trip in one day without needing an overnight stop. Plan for one main stop along the 181.2-mile stretch of the Pennsylvania Turnpike to break up the drive and refuel. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as while the estimated cost is $36, prices can fluctuate, and it's always wise to top off before embarking on longer highway segments.

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 110 miles from Whitman, PA, or about 2h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 181.2 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 48 miles or 1h 2m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 110 miles or 2h 9m 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 26m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near King, PA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Whitman, 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 Whitman, PA

This is one driving day of about 220.1 miles and 4h 12m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 48 miles from Whitman, 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 181.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Harrisburg, PA

110 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

Radnor, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 48 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Middlesex, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 110 miles from Whitman, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Pennsylvania Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 181.2 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop

Djakarta Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Near the start, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 11 am–7:30 pm

+12154638888

Visit website

Best coffee break

RIM Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Near the start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 12–10 pm

+12154653515

Visit website

Holy Cannoli! Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

1.2 mi

Djakarta Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–7:30 pm

+12154638888

Visit website

Artesano Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

First break 3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+12673318457

Visit website

Satellite Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+12672772623

Visit website

Amsale Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12153974420

Visit website

Tasty Zaytoon Lebanese Market and Restaurant

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

First break 5 mi from route ~12 min detour Moderately

Exton, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+14848733198

Visit website

RIM Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 12–10 pm

+12154653515

Visit website

Holy Cannoli! Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 7:30 am–4 pm

+12673191700

Visit website

CNT Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+12678869851

Visit website

MindEscape Escape Room Philadelphia

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 4–9:30 pm

+12154546159

Visit website

Philadelphia's Magic Gardens

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–6 pm

+12157330390

Visit website

Spruce Street Harbor Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 4–10 pm

+12159222386

Visit website

Independence Hall

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+12159652305

Visit website

Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: Closed

+12159233811

Visit website

Independence National Historical Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

+12159652305

Visit website

Adventure Aquarium

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour

Camden, New Jersey

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+18444743474

Visit website

Second Bank of the United States Portrait Gallery

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 21

5 decision points cluster between mile 22.2 and 23.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

8
22.2 mi into trip | ~33m in

Take the exit toward US 202, US 422 West: King of Prussia, West Chester, Pottstown

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 328B-A/327 Toward US 202, US 422 West: King of Prussia, We...
9
22.3 mi into trip | ~33m in

Keep slight left at fork toward US 202 South, US 422 West: Mall Boulevard, West Chester, Pottstown, Swedesford Road

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward US 202 South, US 422 West: Mall Boulevar...
8
22.6 mi into trip | ~33m in

Keep slight left at fork toward Mall Boulevard

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward Mall Boulevard
7
22.8 mi into trip | ~34m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 76 West: New Jersey, Harrisburg

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 76 West: New Jersey, Harrisburg
7
23.3 mi into trip | ~35m in | I 76

Keep slight left at fork onto I 76 toward I 76 West: Harrisburg

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Toward I 76 West: Harrisburg

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$36.49 one way

$72.98 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 77 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $39.96 $79.93
premium $4.93 $42.69 $85.37
diesel $5.61 $48.60 $97.19

Estimated Tolls: $23.56

Pennsylvania Turnpike (181.2 mi) $23.56

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

$36

Tolls

$24

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$85–$110

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 77 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 66 0 $23.11 $10.56
Efficient EV 55 0 $19.26 $8.80
EV Truck/SUV 88 1 $30.81 $14.09

Gas CO2

77 kg

EV CO2

26 kg (66% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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

Late night in Whitman on Tuesday

Local time

5:17 AM

EDT

Current temp

72°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

King, PA

Late night in King on Tuesday

Local time

5:17 AM

EDT

Current temp

64°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

70°F

Harrisburg, PA

110 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

8 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

4h 12m 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

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...

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $1
Park Closure: Congress Hall Temporary Closure
View on nps.gov
Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial

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...

2 mi from route ~5 min detour Free
View on nps.gov
Valley Forge National Historical Park

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...

3 mi from route ~7 min detour Free near mile 22.8
View on nps.gov
Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument

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...

4 mi from route ~9 min detour Free near mile 121.4
View on nps.gov
Appalachian National Scenic Trail

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...

12 mi from route ~31 min detour Free near mile 83.5
View on nps.gov
First State National Historical Park

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...

17 mi from route ~42 min detour Free near mile 30.4
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 is primarily a highway cruise, with 96% of the drive on major roads. You'll encounter the longest uninterrupted stretch on the Pennsylvania Turnpike for 181.2 miles. Expect a highly integrated highway system, meaning you'll be merging and exiting frequently within urban and suburban areas, especially as you transition between the Schuylkill Expressway and I 99. The vast majority of your travel will be on this high-speed, controlled-access infrastructure.

96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 181.2 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and Schuylkill Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 22.2 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 21 significant decision points across 220.1 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: at 22.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 22.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 22.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Whitman, PA and King, PA, road signs point toward Chester, Pottstown, Harrisburg, Altoona and Johnstown.

Chester

22.2 mi in | ~33m

Pottstown

22.2 mi in | ~33m

Harrisburg

22.8 mi in | ~34m

Altoona

204.9 mi in | ~3h 52m

Johnstown

204.9 mi in | ~3h 52m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 12m. Total distance: 220.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 181.2 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $23.56 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 King, 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 22.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 22.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 22.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

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.

Possible but tiring. At 4.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.4 hours — manageable with a long break at King, 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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