Whitman, PA to Sharpsville, PA is 377 miles and takes about 7 hours 6 minutes via Keystone Shortway, with a fuel budget near $61 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Pennsylvania, moving from the Northeast region to the Northeast region. You'll spend most of your time on surface roads, making this a more relaxed pace than a pure interstate drive. With only 25% highway, expect to encounter local traffic and more frequent town crossings. It's a manageable one-day trip if you get an early start, with just two suggested stops to break up the 7-hour drive.
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
188.5 miles from Whitman, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 35m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Keystone Shortway
271.9 mi
4h 54m
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
75 mi
1h 21m
Schuylkill Expressway
15.4 mi
22m
Mid-County Expressway
3.4 mi
4m
South Hermitage Road
3.1 mi
6m
Oregon Avenue
1.8 mi
3m
North Hermitage Road
1.7 mi
3m
Lamor Road
0.9 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Keystone Shortway
— 271.9 mi, about 4h 54m
Traffic on I-80
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 76 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~1,058 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,481
Quietest
2 AM
~187 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
5.7×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 104 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 Sharpsville, PA.
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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 331BToward I 476 North: Plymouth MeetingUse the slight right lane.
Exit 95Toward PA 940, I 80: Hazleton, Mount Pocono
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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
272 mi·4 hr 54 min·Keystone Shortway
16
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 4BToward PA 760 North: Sharon-Hermitage
17
Merge onto PA 760
0.2 mi·15 sec·Beaver Valley Expressway
18
Take the exit
0.3 mi·35 sec
Toward PA 18 North: Hermitage
19
Merge onto PA 18
341 ft·7 sec·New Castle Road
20
Continue on PA 18
3.1 mi·6 min·South Hermitage Road
Use the straight lane.
21
Continue on PA 18
1.7 mi·3 min·North Hermitage Road
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
22
Turn left onto PA 518
0.9 mi·1 min·Lamor Road
Use the left lane.
23
Continue on PA 518
0.2 mi·35 sec·South Walnut Street
24
Turn left onto South Mercer Avenue
95 ft·2 sec·South Mercer Avenue
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Arrive at destination
South Mercer Avenue
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 7-hour drive, aim to depart Whitman, PA by mid-morning to ensure you arrive in Sharpsville, PA with plenty of daylight. With two planned stops, you can easily break up the drive into manageable segments. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the 25% highway share means you'll be passing through more towns where fuel might be more readily available than on long stretches of rural interstate. Consider stopping around the halfway point to stretch your legs and refuel.
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 188.5 miles from Whitman, PA, or about 3h 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 271.9 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 83 miles or 1h 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 188.5 miles or 3h 35m 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 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sharpsville, 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 377 miles and 7h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 83 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 271.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 17
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 375.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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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
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
375.9 mi into trip|~7h 4m in|PA 518 / Lamor Road
Turn left onto PA 518 / Lamor Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$65.84 one way
$131.68 round trip
$4.44/gal25.4 MPG avg132 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.86
$72.09
$144.18
premium
$5.20
$77.12
$154.24
diesel
$6.18
$91.71
$183.42
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: 131.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.
Driving Electric?
About $40 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
113.1
1
$39.59
$18.10
Efficient EV
94.3
1
$32.99
$15.08
EV Truck/SUV
150.8
1
$52.78
$24.13
Gas CO2
132 kg
EV CO2
44 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.
Forecast as of Oct 19, 2026
Origin
Whitman, PA
Late night
in Whitman on Wednesday
Local time
2:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Clear
N 5 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued October 18 at 10:42PM EDT until October 19 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS State College PA
Destination
Sharpsville, PA
Late night
in Sharpsville on Wednesday
Local time
2:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
34°F
Patchy Fog
SE 1 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued October 18 at 10:42PM EDT until October 19 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS State College PA
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
7h 6m 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...
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...
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...
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is mostly surface roads, with only 25% of the 377 miles on highways like the Keystone Shortway, Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, and Schuylkill Expressway. Your longest continuous stretch on a main road will be 271.9 miles along the Keystone Shortway. Beyond that, expect to navigate through towns and encounter more varied speed limits as you transition to surface streets for the majority of the trip.
Only 25% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 271.9 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 Effort9/10
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 17 significant decision points across 377 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
1,787 ft12 ft
Total Climb
3,409 ft
Total Descent
2,400 ft
Highest Point
1,787 ft
~269.3 mi in
Elevation Range
1,775 ft
Notable High Points
1,282 ft at ~107.7 miles+609 ft prominence
1,696 ft at ~188.5 miles+889 ft prominence
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 Sharpsville, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Mount Pocono along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 6m. Total distance: 377 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 6m 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 271.9 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 36 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 Sharpsville, 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 36 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 7.1 hours each way, a round trip means 14.2 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Sharpsville, PA before the return drive.
