How far is Grove City, PA from Altoona, PA?
Fastest route
The distance from Grove City, Pennsylvania 16127 to Altoona, Pennsylvania is approximately 125 miles (201 kilometers). The estimated travel time is 2 hours and 23 minutes. The best route to take due to traffic conditions is via US-422 E. Here are the directions to reach Altoona:
Directions
- 🚗 Head northeast on S Center St toward W Main St.
- 🛣️ Turn right onto W Main St, then right onto Liberty St, and continue onto PA-173 S/Liberty Street Ext.
- 🚙 Follow PA-173 S and Shields Rd to State Hwy 8 S in Mercer Township.
- 🛣️ Turn left onto Shields Rd.
- 🚗 Follow State Hwy 8 S, US-422 E, and US-22 E to 17th St in Logan Township. Take exit 33 from I-99 N/US-220 N.
- 🛣️ Turn right onto State Hwy 8 S, then right to merge onto US-422 E toward Kittanning. Keep left to stay on US-422 E.
- 🚙 Turn left to merge onto US-22 E toward Hollidaysburg. Use the left 2 lanes to merge onto I-99 N/US-220 N toward Altoona. Take exit 33 for 17th Street. Keep right at the fork, follow signs for Altoona, and merge onto 17th St. Continue on 17th St and drive to 7th St in Altoona.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🛣️ Check real-time traffic updates before starting your journey to choose the best route.
- ⛽ Make sure to refuel your vehicle before embarking on the trip, especially for long stretches between gas stations.
- 🚗 Take regular breaks during the journey to stay refreshed and avoid fatigue.
- 🍽️ Plan your meals or snacks ahead of time to avoid unnecessary stops and save time.
- 🚙 Ensure your vehicle is in good condition, with enough oil, coolant, and properly inflated tires.
- 📱 Keep a car charger and power bank handy to stay connected in case your phone battery runs low.
- 🧭 Carry a physical map or GPS device as a backup in case of technology malfunctions.
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Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 26m.
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 of Pennsylvania
Route Weather Snapshot
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Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Grove City and Altoona.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Grove City and Altoona.
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Start on South Center Street
2 m · 4 sec · South Center Street
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Turn right onto West Main Street
1550 ft · 58 sec · West Main Street
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Turn right onto Liberty Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · Liberty Street
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4
Continue on Slippery Rock Road
1.9 mi · 3 min · Slippery Rock Road
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Continue on Grove City Road
3.2 mi · 5 min · Grove City Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Franklin Street
1589 ft · 1 min · Franklin Street
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Turn left onto South Main Street
3264 ft · 2 min · South Main Street
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Continue on Centreville Pike
4 mi · 5 min · Centreville Pike
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Turn slight right
98 m · 5 sec
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Turn straight onto William Flinn Highway
7.1 mi · 10 min · William Flinn Highway
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Continue on North Main Street
4 mi · 7 min · North Main Street
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Take the exit slight right toward US 422 East: Kittanning
931 ft · 24 sec
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Merge slight left onto Benjamin Franklin Highway
23.2 mi · 31 min · Benjamin Franklin Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 422 East, US 422 Business West: Indiana
1378 ft · 34 sec
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Keep slight right
50.5 mi · 1 hr 8 min
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Continue on West High Street
1 km · 2 min · West High Street
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Turn slight right onto Rowena Drive
3067 ft · 1 min · Rowena Drive
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Merge slight left onto Admiral Peary Highway
1128 ft · 28 sec · Admiral Peary Highway
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Turn left onto US 22 East: Hollidaysburg
1402 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left onto William Penn Highway
16.4 mi · 19 min · William Penn Highway
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Continue on I 99, US 220: Altoona, Bedford
2680 ft · 45 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 99 North, US 220 North: Altoona
1.4 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
4.4 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward 17th Street
2530 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Altoona
901 ft · 22 sec
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Turn straight onto 17th Street
1.4 mi · 2 min · 17th Street
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Turn right onto 6th Avenue
1.2 km · 1 min · 6th Avenue
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Turn left onto 7th Street
976 ft · 19 sec · 7th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 7th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Grove City and Altoona.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 422 East
Keep slight right
50.5 mi · 01h 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 Grove City and Partly Sunny near Altoona.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Grove City to Altoona?
The road trip is about 125.5 miles (201.9 km) and usually takes 02h 26m 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?
Shelocta is a useful midpoint, sitting about 62 miles from Grove City and 63.6 miles from Altoona.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 98.9 miles (159.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.6 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 1:36 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.10 one way or $36.20 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 39.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Grove City and Partly Sunny near Altoona.
Stop Ideas Near Shelocta
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 Shelocta.
Latrobe station
Greensburg
Johnstown
Union Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Grove City and Altoona. Straight-line distance: 98.95 mi (159.24 km).
#1 Grove City
Borough in Mercer County, Pennsylvania, United States
| Population | 7,648 |
| Coordinates | 41.1578400, -80.0886700 |
| Altitude | 387 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Altoona
A city in Blair County, Pennsylvania.
| Population | 42,989 |
| Coordinates | 40.5186800, -78.3947400 |
| Altitude | 355 |
| Country | United States |
End: 7th Street (-78.394928, 40.518478)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 202 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 30m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 33m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.09 | $18.10 | $36.20 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $20.37 | $40.75 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $21.95 | $43.89 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $26.49 | $52.98 |
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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