How far is Germany, PA from Ernest, PA?
The driving distance from Germany, PA to Ernest, PA is about 29.1 miles (46.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 39m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 18 miles (28.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 18m 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 of Pennsylvania
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Germany and Ernest.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Germany and Ernest.
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Start on the route
2.1 mi · 4 min
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Take the ramp right
747 ft · 25 sec
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Turn right onto William Penn Highway
5.6 mi · 8 min · William Penn Highway
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Turn right onto Snyder Lane
3083 ft · 2 min · Snyder Lane
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Indiana Highway
16.6 mi · 18 min · Indiana Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward PA 110 West: Creekside
2904 ft · 1 min
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Continue straight
1.3 km · 1 min
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Continue straight
2.6 mi · 5 min
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Turn slight right onto 3rd Street
105 m · 15 sec · 3rd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 3rd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Germany and Ernest.
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.
Indiana Highway
At the end of the road, turn right onto Indiana Highway
16.6 mi · 00h 18m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Germany and Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Ernest.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Germany to Ernest?
The road trip is about 29.1 miles (46.8 km) and usually takes 00h 39m 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?
Homer City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 14.5 miles from Germany and 14.5 miles from Ernest.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 18 miles (28.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.1 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 7:12 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.17 one way or $8.34 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Germany and Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Ernest.
Stop Ideas Near Homer City
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 Homer City.
Johnstown
Latrobe station
Greensburg
Altoona Transportation Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Germany and Ernest. Straight-line distance: 17.96 mi (28.91 km).
#1 Germany
Township in Adams County, Pennsylvania
| Population | 2,737 |
| Coordinates | 40.4203500, -79.1167000 |
| Altitude | 415 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Ernest
Borough of Pennsylvania
| Population | 431 |
| Coordinates | 40.6781200, -79.1617000 |
| Altitude | 362 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ernest (-79.1617, 40.67812)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 47 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 21m |
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 | $4.17 | $8.34 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $4.69 | $9.38 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $5.05 | $10.11 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $6.10 | $12.20 |
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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