How far is Emlenton, PA from Rockland, PA?
The driving distance from Emlenton, PA to Rockland, PA is about 13.3 miles (21.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 4.4 miles (7.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 53m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Halfway Point
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Borough in Clarion County, Pennsylvania
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Emlenton and Rockland.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Emlenton and Rockland.
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Start on Main Street
29 m · 5 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto 5th Street
53 m · 5 sec · 5th Street
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Continue on Kerr Avenue
1.2 km · 2 min · Kerr Avenue
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Turn slight left onto Dotterer Road
5.3 mi · 20 min · Dotterer Road
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Continue on McDowell Road
1.5 km · 4 min · McDowell Road
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Turn left onto Rockland Station Road
1.8 mi · 7 min · Rockland Station Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Rockland Station Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Emlenton and Rockland.
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.
Dotterer Road
Turn slight left onto Dotterer Road
5.3 mi · 00h 20m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Emlenton and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Rockland.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Emlenton to Rockland?
The road trip is about 13.3 miles (21.4 km) and usually takes 00h 26m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Saint Petersburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 4.4 miles from Emlenton and 8.9 miles from Rockland.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 4.4 miles (7.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.9 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:36 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.92 one way or $3.84 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Emlenton and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Rockland.
Stop Ideas Near Saint Petersburg
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 Saint Petersburg.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Emlenton and Rockland. Straight-line distance: 4.43 mi (7.13 km).
#1 Emlenton
Borough of Pennsylvania
| Population | 560 |
| Coordinates | 41.1772800, -79.7078300 |
| Altitude | 278 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Rockland
Township in Venango County, Pennsylvania, United States
| Population | 1,318 |
| Coordinates | 41.2322800, -79.7517200 |
| Altitude | 289 |
| Country | United States |
End: Rockland Station Road (-79.751736, 41.232305)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 21 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 09m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.09 | $1.92 | $3.84 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $2.16 | $4.32 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $2.33 | $4.66 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $2.81 | $5.62 |
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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