How far is Dexter, PA from South Union, PA?
The driving distance from Dexter, PA to South Union, PA is about 34.2 miles (55 km), with a travel time of about 00h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 22.4 miles (36.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 54m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Halfway Point
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Township in Tioga County, Pennsylvania
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Dexter and South Union.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dexter and South Union.
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Start on Route 660
29 m · 4 sec · Route 660
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Continue on Route 660
2 mi · 3 min · Route 660
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Route 660
1.7 mi · 3 min · Route 660
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Continue on West Avenue
1.4 km · 2 min · West Avenue
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Continue on Main Street
2719 ft · 1 min · Main Street
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Turn right onto East Avenue
1 mi · 2 min · East Avenue
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Continue on Route 6
5.3 mi · 8 min · Route 6
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Turn slight right onto North Elk Run Road
6.1 mi · 8 min · North Elk Run Road
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Turn right onto Williamson Road
5.6 mi · 10 min · Williamson Road
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Turn left onto Main Street
1.2 km · 1 min · Main Street
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Continue on Gulick Street
1.4 km · 2 min · Gulick Street
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Continue on Morris Run Road
1849 ft · 37 sec · Morris Run Road
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Keep slight right to continue on Ogdensburg Road
5.7 mi · 10 min · Ogdensburg Road
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Continue on Bloss Mt Road
1547 ft · 31 sec · Bloss Mt Road
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Turn right
2.6 mi · 5 min
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Turn left onto South Union Road
2615 ft · 2 min · South Union Road
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Continue straight
3115 ft · 2 min
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Continue on South Union Road
1.1 mi · 4 min · South Union Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Union Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Dexter and South Union.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
North Elk Run Road
Turn slight right onto North Elk Run Road
6.09 mi · 00h 08m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Dexter and Chance Rain Showers near South Union.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Dexter to South Union?
The road trip is about 34.2 miles (55 km) and usually takes 00h 57m 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?
Covington is a useful midpoint, sitting about 18 miles from Dexter and 16.2 miles from South Union.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 22.4 miles (36.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.8 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 4:36 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.94 one way or $9.89 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Dexter and Chance Rain Showers near South Union.
Stop Ideas Near Covington
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Dexter and South Union. Straight-line distance: 22.42 mi (36.08 km).
#1 Dexter
Dexter is a place in Pennsylvania, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 41.7197900, -77.3827600 |
| Altitude | 568 |
| Country | United States |
#2 South Union
Township in Fayette County, Pennsylvania
| Population | 10,106 |
| Coordinates | 41.5681300, -76.9988600 |
| Altitude | 552 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Union Road (-76.999142, 41.568125)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 55 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 25m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.09 | $4.94 | $9.89 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $5.56 | $11.13 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $5.99 | $11.99 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $7.24 | $14.47 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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