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.
Trip Tools

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.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
34.18 mi
00h 57m
Flight
22.42 mi
36.08 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

Learn Distance

Choose another destination from Dexter.

Flight Distance

Direct air line
22.42 mi
Kilometers
36.08 km
Flight Time
00h 02m

Driving Distance

Road route
34.18 mi
Kilometers
55.01 km
Drive Time
00h 57m

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 00h 57m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in South Union
Wed, Apr 15, 8:49 PM EDT
Return by in Dexter
Wed, Apr 15, 9:46 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Dexter
2026-04-15T19:52
Arrive South Union
Wed, Apr 15, 8:49 PM EDT
Route Timing
00h 57m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:57 AM to 10:57 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:36 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Dexter
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Covington
PA

Township in Tioga County, Pennsylvania

From Dexter
18 mi
00h 28m
To South Union
16.2 mi
00h 28m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
76°F
Wednesday

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
7 to 12 mph SW
Destination
76°F
Wednesday

Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
3 to 10 mph SW

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.

  1. 1

    Start on Route 660

    29 m · 4 sec · Route 660

  2. 2

    Continue on Route 660

    2 mi · 3 min · Route 660

  3. 3

    At the end of the road, turn right onto Route 660

    1.7 mi · 3 min · Route 660

  4. 4

    Continue on West Avenue

    1.4 km · 2 min · West Avenue

  5. 5

    Continue on Main Street

    2719 ft · 1 min · Main Street

  6. 6

    Turn right onto East Avenue

    1 mi · 2 min · East Avenue

  7. 7

    Continue on Route 6

    5.3 mi · 8 min · Route 6

  8. 8

    Turn slight right onto North Elk Run Road

    6.1 mi · 8 min · North Elk Run Road

  9. 9

    Turn right onto Williamson Road

    5.6 mi · 10 min · Williamson Road

  10. 10

    Turn left onto Main Street

    1.2 km · 1 min · Main Street

  11. 11

    Continue on Gulick Street

    1.4 km · 2 min · Gulick Street

  12. 12

    Continue on Morris Run Road

    1849 ft · 37 sec · Morris Run Road

  13. 13

    Keep slight right to continue on Ogdensburg Road

    5.7 mi · 10 min · Ogdensburg Road

  14. 14

    Continue on Bloss Mt Road

    1547 ft · 31 sec · Bloss Mt Road

  15. 15

    Turn right

    2.6 mi · 5 min

  16. 16

    Turn left onto South Union Road

    2615 ft · 2 min · South Union Road

  17. 17

    Continue straight

    3115 ft · 2 min

  18. 18

    Continue on South Union Road

    1.1 mi · 4 min · South Union Road

  19. 19

    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.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

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.

Directions
19 steps
7 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
55.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
North Elk Run Road
6.09 mi · 18%
Ogdensburg Road
5.72 mi · 17%
Williamson Road
5.62 mi · 16%
Route 6
5.3 mi · 16%
Route 660
3.75 mi · 11%
South Union Road
2.23 mi · 7%
Longest Stretch

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.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
00h 57m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 54m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+11.8 mi
22.4 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Covington
00h 28m from Dexter
Leave By
4:36 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

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

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Covington, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Covington.

BUS

Wilkes-Barre, PA

114 mi away
47 South Washington Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Dexter and South Union. Straight-line distance: 22.42 mi (36.08 km).

Photo coming soon

#1 Dexter

Dexter is a place in Pennsylvania, United States.

Population0
Coordinates41.7197900, -77.3827600
Altitude568
CountryUnited States
South Union

#2 South Union

Township in Fayette County, Pennsylvania

Population10,106
Coordinates41.5681300, -76.9988600
Altitude552
CountryUnited States
Start: PA 660 (-77.382692, 41.719808)
End: South Union Road (-76.999142, 41.568125)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 55 km by road

SpeedTime
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.

One-way fuel
1.21 gal
4.57 L · about $4.94
Round trip
$9.89
2.42 gal · 9.14 L
Estimated CO2
10.8 kg one way
Round trip: 21.5 kg / 47 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
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.

Prices in Pennsylvania · Apr 15, 2026

There is no time difference between Dexter and South Union. The current time is 19:52:39.

Distance to Other Cities

Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.

How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.