How far is Abington, PA from California, PA?
The driving distance from Abington, PA to California, PA is about 148 miles (238.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 106.8 miles (171.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 50m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 55m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Borough and county seat of Carbon County, Pennsylvania
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Rain Showers
Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Abington and California.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Abington and California.
-
1
Start on the route
6 m · 6 sec
-
2
Turn left onto Keith Road
26 m · 6 sec · Keith Road
-
3
Turn left onto Old York Road
2535 ft · 1 min · Old York Road
-
4
Turn right onto Susquehanna Road
3.1 mi · 7 min · Susquehanna Road
-
5
Turn left onto Virginia Drive
1034 ft · 26 sec · Virginia Drive
-
6
Take the ramp left toward I 276 Toll West, PATP Toll West: Valley Forge
1929 ft · 47 sec
-
7
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
5.3 mi · 6 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike
-
8
Take the exit slight right toward I 476: Chester, Allentown
783 ft · 19 sec
-
9
Keep slight right to continue on I 476 North: Allentown
1642 ft · 40 sec
-
10
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
74.2 mi · 1 hr 20 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
-
11
Take the exit slight right toward PA 940, I 80: Hazleton, Mount Pocono
1.1 km · 2 min
-
12
Keep slight left
879 ft · 24 sec
-
13
Keep slight right to continue on I 80 West: Hazleton
1650 ft · 40 sec
-
14
Merge slight left onto Keystone Shortway
52.7 mi · 59 min · Keystone Shortway
-
15
Take the exit slight right toward PA 54: Danville, Washingtonville
1583 ft · 39 sec
-
16
At the end of the road, turn left onto Continental Boulevard
4.6 mi · 7 min · Continental Boulevard
-
17
Continue on Water Street
1108 ft · 19 sec · Water Street
-
18
Turn straight onto Continental Boulevard
2.7 mi · 4 min · Continental Boulevard
-
19
Turn left onto Strick Road
2 mi · 5 min · Strick Road
-
20
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Strick Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Abington and California.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
74.2 mi · 01h 20m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Rain Showers leaving Abington and Chance Rain Showers near California.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Abington to California?
The road trip is about 148 miles (238.2 km) and usually takes 02h 55m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Jim Thorpe is a useful midpoint, sitting about 73.9 miles from Abington and 74.1 miles from California.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 106.8 miles (171.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 41.2 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:40 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.33 one way or $42.66 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 46.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers around Abington and Chance Rain Showers near California.
Stop Ideas Near Jim Thorpe
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Jim Thorpe.
White Haven, PA
Wilkes-Barre, PA
Scranton, PA
Paoli
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Abington and California. Straight-line distance: 106.74 mi (171.78 km).
#1 Abington
Township in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, USA
| Population | 55,285 |
| Coordinates | 40.1206700, -75.1179500 |
| Altitude | 104 |
| Country | United States |
#2 California
Borough in Pennsylvania
| Population | 6,261 |
| Coordinates | 41.0667500, -76.7263500 |
| Altitude | 206 |
| Country | United States |
End: California (-76.72635, 41.06675)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 238 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 57m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 50m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.09 | $21.33 | $42.66 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $24.01 | $48.01 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $25.86 | $51.72 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $31.22 | $62.43 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Pennsylvania · Apr 19, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.