How far is Muhlenberg, PA from Hempfield, PA?
The driving distance from Muhlenberg, PA to Hempfield, PA is about 40.6 miles (65.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 34.8 miles (56 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 33m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Muhlenberg and Hempfield.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Muhlenberg and Hempfield.
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Start on West Bellevue Avenue
1314 ft · 43 sec · West Bellevue Avenue
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Turn right onto Centre Avenue
1.6 km · 2 min · Centre Avenue
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Take the ramp slight right toward PA 12 West: Lebanon
829 ft · 21 sec
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Merge slight left onto Warren Street Bypass
29.6 mi · 37 min · Warren Street Bypass
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Keep slight right to continue on US 30 West
1.7 mi · 3 min
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Keep slight right to continue on US 30 West: York
4.2 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Centerville Road
1525 ft · 41 sec
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Turn right onto Centerville Road
1788 ft · 49 sec · Centerville Road
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Turn left onto Marietta Avenue
1.8 mi · 3 min · Marietta Avenue
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Turn left onto Summit Drive
2478 ft · 1 min · Summit Drive
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Continue on Summit Drive
2275 ft · 56 sec · Summit Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Summit Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Muhlenberg and Hempfield.
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.
Warren Street Bypass
Merge slight left onto Warren Street Bypass
29.6 mi · 00h 37m
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.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Muhlenberg and Chance Rain Showers near Hempfield.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Muhlenberg to Hempfield?
The road trip is about 40.6 miles (65.4 km) and usually takes 00h 46m 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?
Ephrata is a useful midpoint, sitting about 20.2 miles from Muhlenberg and 20.4 miles from Hempfield.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 34.8 miles (56 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.8 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 4:56 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.84 one way or $11.69 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Muhlenberg and Chance Rain Showers near Hempfield.
Stop Ideas Near Ephrata
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 Ephrata.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Muhlenberg and Hempfield. Straight-line distance: 34.79 mi (55.99 km).
#1 Muhlenberg
Township in Berks County, Pennsylvania
| Population | 20,331 |
| Coordinates | 40.3831500, -75.9388200 |
| Altitude | 100 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hempfield
A township in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania.
| Population | 40,558 |
| Coordinates | 40.0548200, -76.4388500 |
| Altitude | 148 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-76.438938, 40.054814)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 65 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 30m |
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 | $5.84 | $11.69 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $6.58 | $13.15 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $7.08 | $14.17 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $8.55 | $17.10 |
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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