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Trip from Whitman, PA to Neshannock, PA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jun 3, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
7h
Distance
372 mi
599 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$66
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 49m
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6 AM
7h 1m
8 AM
7h 23m
10 AM
7h 9m
12 PM
7h 6m
3 PM
7h 10m
5 PM
7h 22m
8 PM
6h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Whitman, PA
Haneul Trac
Neshannock, PA
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Trip Overview
Whitman, PA to Neshannock, PA is 372 miles and takes about 7h via Keystone Shortway, with a fuel budget near $66 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route travels through the Northeast region of Pennsylvania, primarily utilizing the Keystone Shortway for a significant portion of the drive. While much of the trip involves surface roads, there are stretches on major highways that allow for quicker travel. Given the 7-hour estimated duration, it's a manageable one-day trip if you get an early start, with two planned stops for convenience.
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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
186 miles from Whitman, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 32m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Keystone Shortway | 261.1 mi | 4h 42m |
| Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension | 75 mi | 1h 21m |
| Schuylkill Expressway | 15.4 mi | 22m |
| Sharon-Mercer Road | 4.2 mi | 6m |
| Mid-County Expressway | 3.4 mi | 4m |
| West Market Street | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| South Erie Street | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| East State Street | 1.9 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Keystone Shortway
— 261.1 mi, about 4h 42m
Traffic on I-80
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 38 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~1,080 veh/hr typical · worst 1,454
Quietest
2 AM
~183 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
5.9×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Whitman, PA and Neshannock, PA.
1
Start on Vollmer Street
231 ft
·
12 sec
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Vollmer Street
2
Turn right onto South 5th Street
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
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South 5th Street
3
Turn left onto Ritner Street
445 ft
·
24 sec
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Ritner Street
4
Turn left onto South 6th Street
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
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South 6th Street
5
At end of road, turn right onto Oregon Avenue
1.8 mi
·
3 min
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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
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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
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Mid-County Expressway
10
Turn slight left onto I 476
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
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Mid-County Expressway
11
Continue on I 476; PATP
75 mi
·
1 hr 21 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 95
Toward PA 940, I 80: Hazleton, Mount Pocono
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 80 West: Hazleton
15
Merge onto I 80
261 mi
·
4 hr 42 min
·
Keystone Shortway
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 15
Toward US 19: Mercer
17
Keep slight right at fork
240 ft
·
7 sec
18
Turn straight onto US 19
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
South Erie Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Turn left onto US 62; PA 258
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
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West Market Street
Use the left lane.
20
Continue on US 62
2.3 mi
·
3 min
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Sharon-Mercer Road
21
Continue on US 62
1.4 mi
·
2 min
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West Market Street
22
Continue on US 62
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Sharon-Mercer Road
23
Continue on US 62
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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West Market Street
24
Continue on US 62
1.9 mi
·
2 min
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East State Street
25
Turn left onto South Neshannock Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
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South Neshannock Road
26
Arrive at destination
South Neshannock Road
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 7-hour drive, aim for an early morning departure from Whitman, PA, allowing you to cover a good portion of the mileage before midday. With two stops planned, you can break up the drive effectively, perhaps one around the halfway point. Pay attention to the transition from highway to surface roads, as this may require adjusting your speed and awareness. The estimated fuel cost of $66 is a good baseline, but always keep an eye on your gauge, especially during the longer highway stretches, and factor in potential price variations.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 186 miles from Whitman, PA, or about 3h 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 261.1 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 82 miles or 1h 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 186 miles or 3h 32m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 49m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Neshannock, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Whitman, PA
This is one driving day of about 372 miles and 7h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 82 miles from Whitman, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Keystone Shortway for about 261.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
186 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 82 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 186 miles from Whitman, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Keystone Shortway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 261.1 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.
Montour County Rest Area Westbound
0 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
TA
0.1 mi from route
TA
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Venango County Rest Area Westbound
0.1 mi from route
Jefferson County Rest Area Eastbound
0.1 mi from route
Clinton County Rest Area Eastbound
0.1 mi from route
Centre County Rest Area Eastbound
0.1 mi from route
Venango County Rest Area Eastbound
0.1 mi from route
Luzerne County Rest Area Eastbound
0.1 mi from route
Onvo Travel Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Zachrich Trucking Inc
0.2 mi from route
TA
0.2 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Sapp Brothers Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Allentown Service Plaza
0.2 mi from route
Hickory Run Service Plaza
0.2 mi from route
Hickory Run Truck Plaza
0.2 mi from route
Clinton County Rest Area Westbound
0.2 mi from route
Montour County Rest Area Eastbound
0.2 mi from route
Columbia County Rest Area Eastbound
0.2 mi from route
Columbia County Rest Area Westbound
0.2 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.2 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.3 mi from route
TA
0.3 mi from route
TA
0.3 mi from route
Jefferson County Rest Area Westbound
0.3 mi from route
Clarion Service Plaza
0.4 mi from route
Onvo Travel Plaza
1.9 mi from route
Blue Ridge Travel Plaza
1.9 mi from route
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 165 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 361.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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South 5th Street
Turn right onto South 5th Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Ritner Street
Turn left onto Ritner Street
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
96.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 54m in
Take the exit toward PA 940, I 80: Hazleton, Mount Pocono
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 95
Toward PA 940, I 80: Hazleton, Mount Pocono
6
361.7 mi into trip
|
~6h 44m in
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US 62; PA 258 / West Market Street
Turn left onto US 62; PA 258 / West Market Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$65.79 one way
$131.58 round trip
$4.49/gal
25.4 MPG avg
130 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.92 | $72.06 | $144.11 |
| premium | $5.24 | $76.80 | $153.60 |
| diesel | $5.35 | $78.35 | $156.71 |
Estimated Tolls: $9.75
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(75 mi)
$9.75
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
$66
Tolls
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$101–$126
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 130.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $39 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 111.6 | 1 | $39.06 | $17.86 |
| Efficient EV | 93 | 1 | $32.55 | $14.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 148.8 | 1 | $52.08 | $23.81 |
Gas CO2
130 kg
EV CO2
44 kg (66% 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.
Origin
Whitman, PA
Afternoon in Whitman on Wednesday
Local time
3:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Sunny
NW 0 to 10 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Destination
Neshannock, PA
Afternoon in Neshannock on Wednesday
Local time
3:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Sunny
N 0 to 5 mph
0% chance
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
2 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
7h on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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...
2 mi from route
~5 min detour
$1
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...
2 mi from route
~5 min detour
Free
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...
9 mi from route
~22 min detour
Free
near mile 25.7
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...
22 mi from route
~55 min detour
Free
near mile 12.8
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is mostly on surface roads, with 25% of the route on highways. You'll experience a significant stretch of 261.1 miles on the Keystone Shortway, offering a chance for consistent cruising. After this long highway segment, expect to transition to surface roads, which may involve more frequent intersections and varied speed limits. Keep an eye out for changing traffic patterns as you move between highway and local road sections.
Only 25% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 261.1 mi on Keystone Shortway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. 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
9/10
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 16 significant decision points across 372 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 0.2 miles (Ritner Street): Navigation decision point; at 17.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Hilly terrain with moderate elevation changes
1,936 ft
12 ft
Total Climb
3,523 ft
Total Descent
2,408 ft
Highest Point
1,936 ft
~265.7 mi in
Elevation Range
1,924 ft
Notable High Points
1,429 ft at ~106.3 miles
+819 ft prominence
1,681 ft at ~186 miles
+651 ft prominence
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 Whitman, PA to Neshannock, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Mount Pocono along the way.
Mount Pocono
96.9 mi in
|
~1h 54m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h. Total distance: 372 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 261.1 miles on Keystone Shortway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $9.75 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.
Yes — we found about 35 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Neshannock, 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 2 meaningful breaks. There are 35 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
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 17.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
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.
Not recommended in a single day. At 7.0 hours each way, a round trip means 14.0 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Neshannock, 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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