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Trip from York, PA to Abington, PA

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 10m

Distance

102.9 mi

166 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$17

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 27 min
4 AM
2h 1m ★
6 AM
2h 10m
8 AM
2h 28m
10 AM
2h 17m
12 PM
2h 15m
3 PM
2h 17m
5 PM
2h 28m
8 PM
2h 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 York, PA, PA

York, PA

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Downtown Abington, PA, PA

Abington, PA

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Trip Overview

Embark on a straightforward 102.9-mile journey from York, PA, to Abington, PA, taking approximately 2 hours and 10 minutes. This highway-focused drive is well-suited for a single-day trip, especially with a modest fuel cost estimate of around $17. The route primarily utilizes the Pennsylvania Turnpike, US 30, and US 222, making it a predominantly high-speed experience. Given its efficiency and lack of designated stops, it's an ideal option if you're looking to reach your destination with minimal fuss within the Northeast region.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

51.5 miles from York, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 9m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike 56.1 mi 1h
US 30 22.8 mi 31m
US 222 15.8 mi 19m
Easton Road 1.6 mi 3m
East King Street 1.5 mi 3m
Old York Road 1.3 mi 2m
Colonel Howard Boulevard 0.8 mi 1m
North Hills Road 0.6 mi 1m
Longest stretch: Pennsylvania Turnpike — 56.1 mi, about 1h

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between York, PA and Abington, PA.

1

Start on I 83 BUS

0.1 mi · 29 sec · North George Street
2

Turn left onto East King Street

1.5 mi · 3 min · East King Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
3

Turn left onto South Harrison Street

498 ft · 16 sec · South Harrison Street
4

Turn right onto PA 462

0.5 mi · 1 min · East Market Street
5

Turn left onto North Hills Road

0.6 mi · 1 min · North Hills Road
Use the left lane.
6

Turn right onto US 30

23 mi · 31 min · US 30
7

Take the exit onto US 222

16 mi · 19 min · US 222
Toward US 222 North: Reading
8

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 30 sec
Toward I 76, PATP, PA 272: Denver, PA Turnpike
9

Turn right onto Colonel Howard Boulevard

0.2 mi · 25 sec · Colonel Howard Boulevard
Toward I 76, PATP
10

Keep slight left at fork onto Colonel Howard Boulevard

0.6 mi · 1 min · Colonel Howard Boulevard
Toward I 76, PATP
11

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 40 sec
Toward I 76 Toll East: Philadelphia
12

Merge onto I 76; PATP

56 mi · 1 hr · Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Exit 343 Toward PA 611: Doylestown, Jenkintown, Willow Grove Use the slight right lane.
14

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 39 sec
Toward PA 611 South: Willow Grove, Abington Use the straight / slight left lanes.
15

Merge onto PA 611

1.4 mi · 3 min · Easton Road
16

Continue on Easton Road

0.2 mi · 20 sec · Easton Road
17

Turn left onto PA 63

0.3 mi · 49 sec · West Moreland Road
Use the left lane.
18

Turn right onto PA 611

1.3 mi · 2 min · Old York Road
19

Turn left onto Keith Road

127 ft · 7 sec · Keith Road
Use the left lane.
20

Turn right

19 ft · 1 sec
21

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

For this 2-hour, 10-minute drive, consider an early morning departure to bypass potential traffic, especially as you approach the Philadelphia metropolitan area near Abington. Since this is a 1-day trip with no mandatory stops, you have flexibility in planning your breaks. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch on the Pennsylvania Turnpike is over 56 miles, and it's always wise to top up before entering such a long segment. Budgeting around $17 for fuel should cover the 102.9-mile distance comfortably.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 51.5 miles from York, PA, or about 1h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 56.1 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 23 miles or 34m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 51.5 miles or 1h 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 1h 45m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving York, 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 York, PA

This is one driving day of about 102.9 miles and 2h 10m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from York, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Pennsylvania Turnpike for about 56.1 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Terre Hill, PA, PA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Terre Hill, PA

51 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

East Petersburg, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

East Earl, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 51.5 miles from York, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Bella's Restaurant & Pizzeria

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Jenkintown, Pennsylvania

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 102.9

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12158862266

Visit website

Bella's Restaurant & Pizzeria

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 102.9

Jenkintown, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12158862266

Visit website

Rivertowne Restaurant & Bar

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 14.7

Wrightsville, Pennsylvania

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+17172523184

Visit website

Tasty Zaytoon Lebanese Market and Restaurant

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour Moderately mile 66.2

Exton, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+14848733198

Visit website

Lione's Pizza Restaurant & Bar

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 66.2

Downingtown, Pennsylvania

Hours: 10 am–9:30 pm

+16108732500

Visit website

Hong Kong Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20 mile 73.5

West Chester, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+16106962597

Visit website

Pomod'oro Pizza and Italian Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour $20 to $30 mile 66.2

Downingtown, Pennsylvania

Hours: 10 am–10 pm

+16108730405

Visit website

The Escape Game King Of Prussia

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 80.9

King of Prussia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 8 am–12 pm

+16106248058

Visit website

iFLY Indoor Skydiving - King of Prussia

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 80.9

King of Prussia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 10 am–8:30 pm

+16105954359

Visit website

Elmwood Park Zoo

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 88.2

Norristown, Pennsylvania

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+16102773825

Visit website

Heuser Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 80.9

King of Prussia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+16102651071

Visit website

Ambler Arboretum of Temple University

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 95.6

Ambler, Pennsylvania

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+12674688000

Visit website

Arnold's Family Fun Center

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 80.9

Oaks, Pennsylvania

Hours: 3–9 pm

+16106660600

Visit website

Wharton Esherick Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 80.9

Malvern, Pennsylvania

+16106445822

Visit website

Morris Arboretum & Gardens of the University of Pennsylvania

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 95.6

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+12152475777

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 18

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 99.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | East King Street

Turn left onto East King Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / left lanes.
6
41.7 mi into trip | ~58m in | Colonel Howard Boulevard

Turn right onto Colonel Howard Boulevard toward I 76, PATP

Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 76, PATP
6
41.8 mi into trip | ~58m in | Colonel Howard Boulevard

Keep slight left at fork onto Colonel Howard Boulevard toward I 76, PATP

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

Toward I 76, PATP
8
98.8 mi into trip | ~2h in

Take the exit toward PA 611: Doylestown, Jenkintown, Willow Grove

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 343 Toward PA 611: Doylestown, Jenkintown, Willow G...
8
99.4 mi into trip | ~2h 2m in

Keep slight left at fork toward PA 611 South: Willow Grove, Abington

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

Use the straight / slight left lanes. Toward PA 611 South: Willow Grove, Abington

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$17.06 one way

$34.12 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 36 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $18.68 $37.37
premium $4.93 $19.96 $39.91
diesel $5.61 $22.72 $45.44

Estimated Tolls: $7.29

Pennsylvania Turnpike (56.1 mi) $7.29

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

$17

Tolls

$7

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$49–$74

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 36 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 30.9 0 $10.80 $4.94
Efficient EV 25.7 0 $9.00 $4.12
EV Truck/SUV 41.2 0 $14.41 $6.59

Gas CO2

36 kg

EV CO2

12 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.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

York, PA

Late night in York on Sunday

Local time

12:21 AM

EDT

Current temp

48°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Abington, PA

Late night in Abington on Sunday

Local time

12:21 AM

EDT

Current temp

52°F

Unavailable

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

4 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

2h 10m 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

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...

2 mi from route ~4 min detour Free near mile 81.6
View on nps.gov
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...

12 mi from route ~30 min detour $1 near mile 102.9
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...

12 mi from route ~31 min detour Free near mile 102.9
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...

16 mi from route ~41 min detour Free near mile 71
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...

22 mi from route ~56 min detour Free near mile 39
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...

29 mi from route ~73 min detour Free
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a highway-centric experience for 92% of this 102.9-mile drive, offering a brisk pace for most of your travel. The longest uninterrupted stretch is a significant 56.1 miles along the Pennsylvania Turnpike, allowing for extended periods of steady driving. While the initial sections might involve some local roads, the bulk of the journey is on high-speed thoroughfares, meaning you’ll spend most of your time on major arteries. This profile suggests a drive that prioritizes getting you to Abington efficiently rather than offering varied scenic detours.

92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 56.1 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and US 30. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near East King Street.

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 18 significant decision points across 102.9 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 0.1 miles (East King Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 41.7 miles (Colonel Howard Boulevard): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 41.8 miles (Colonel Howard Boulevard): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

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

Between York, PA and Abington, PA, road signs point toward Patp and Pa Turnpike.

Patp

41.4 mi in | ~57m

Pa Turnpike

41.4 mi in | ~57m

About the Cities

Starting in York, PA

Full guide →

York is a city in the Susquehanna Valley region of southern Pennsylvania. It is billed as the "factory tour capital of the world" for its numerous factory tours. It was a major city in U.S. revolutionary history as well, hosting the Continental Congress for a time. It is often viewed by locals as the first capital of the United States but it is unsure if this is actually true because it was never officially named the capital and it was only viewed as the capital because the Articles of Confederation were adopted in the York County Courthouse.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 10m. Total distance: 102.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 56.1 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $7.29 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.

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 Abington, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (East King Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 41.7 miles (Colonel Howard Boulevard): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 41.8 miles (Colonel Howard Boulevard): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes — Valley Forge National Historical Park, Independence National Historical Park and Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial (6 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 Abington, 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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