Origin
Willistown, PA
Night in Willistown on Saturday
Local time
10:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Willistown, PA to Hempfield, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 19m
Distance
57.2 mi
92 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 13m
★
6 AM
1h 19m
8 AM
1h 31m
10 AM
1h 23m
12 PM
1h 22m
3 PM
1h 24m
5 PM
1h 31m
8 PM
1h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Willistown, PA
Haneul Trac
Hempfield, PA
Jack Pace
Trip Overview
This 57.2-mile drive from Willistown, PA to Hempfield, PA is a straightforward, one-day trip, estimated to take about 1 hour and 19 minutes. Given its short duration and the manageable fuel cost of around $9, it's an easy excursion that doesn't require an overnight stay. The route stays within the Northeast region, specifically within Pennsylvania, so you won't experience a change in regional scenery. This journey is characterized by a turn-heavy local drive, suggesting you'll be navigating more local roads than highways.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Street Road | — | — |
| West Chester Pike | — | — |
| US 322 West | — | — |
| West Chester Bypass | — | — |
| PA 100 North | — | — |
| PATP | — | — |
| I 76 West | — | — |
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Street Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Willistown, PA and Hempfield, PA.
1
Start on Street Road
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
Street Road
2
Continue on Street Road
131 ft
·
5 sec
·
Street Road
3
Turn sharp left onto West Chester Pike
4.9 mi
·
8 min
·
West Chester Pike
4
Take the exit slight right toward US 322 West, US 202 North: King of Prussia, Downingtown
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
·
US 322 West, US 202 North: King of Prussia, Downingtown
5
Merge slight left onto West Chester Bypass
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
West Chester Bypass
6
Take the exit slight right toward PA 100 North: Exton
7.5 mi
·
11 min
·
PA 100 North: Exton
7
Take the exit slight right toward PATP
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
PATP
8
Keep slight left to continue on I 76 West: Harrisburg
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
I 76 West: Harrisburg
9
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
25 mi
·
27 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
10
Take the exit slight right toward US 222: Reading, Lancaster
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
US 222: Reading, Lancaster
11
Continue on Colonel Howard Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Colonel Howard Boulevard
12
Keep slight left to continue on Colonel Howard Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Colonel Howard Boulevard
13
Keep slight left to continue on Colonel Howard Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
Colonel Howard Boulevard
14
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
15
Merge slight left
15 mi
·
17 min
16
Keep slight right to continue on US 30 West
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
US 30 West
17
Keep slight right to continue on US 30 West: York
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
US 30 West: York
18
Take the exit slight right toward Centerville Road
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Centerville Road
19
Turn right onto Centerville Road
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
Centerville Road
20
Turn left onto Marietta Avenue
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Marietta Avenue
21
Turn left onto Summit Drive
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Summit Drive
22
Continue on Summit Drive
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
Summit Drive
23
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.6 miles from Willistown, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.48 one way
$18.97 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $10.39 | $20.77 |
| premium | $4.93 | $11.09 | $22.19 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.63 | $25.26 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.01 | $2.75 |
| Efficient EV | 14.3 | 0 | $5.01 | $2.29 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.9 | 0 | $8.01 | $3.66 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Destination
Hempfield, PA
Night in Hempfield on Saturday
Local time
10:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°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
21 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 19m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a drive that involves frequent turns, as this route is classified as a 'Turn-heavy local drive.' With 0% highway share, you'll be on local roads for the entire 57.2 miles. There isn't a 'longest stretch' of uninterrupted driving noted, reinforcing the idea of continuous navigation through local networks. This type of driving can offer a more intimate look at the communities you pass through, but it also means you'll need to stay attentive to navigation and local traffic patterns.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Main road: Street Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Willistown, PA to Hempfield, PA is easy. At 1h 19m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Willistown, PA to Hempfield, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 19m. Total distance: 57.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Willistown, PA to Hempfield, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Yes — First State National Historical Park, Valley Forge National Historical Park and Independence National Historical Park (5 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 Hempfield, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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