How far is North Heidelberg, PA from Whitman, PA?
The driving distance from North Heidelberg, PA to Whitman, PA is about 80.9 miles (130.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 43m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 61.4 miles (98.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 26m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 43m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Township in Chester County, Pennsylvania
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between North Heidelberg and Whitman.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Heidelberg and Whitman.
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Start on Charming Forge Road
1.4 km · 3 min · Charming Forge Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North Heidelberg Road
2.8 mi · 5 min · North Heidelberg Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Bernville Road
7.7 mi · 12 min · Bernville Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward US 222 South: Lancaster
2149 ft · 52 sec
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Merge slight left
2.8 mi · 4 min
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Continue on West Shore Bypass
4.8 mi · 6 min · West Shore Bypass
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Take the exit slight right toward I 176 South: Morgantown
2135 ft · 46 sec
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Continue on Morgantown Expressway
11.4 mi · 13 min · Morgantown Expressway
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Keep slight left to continue on I 76 Toll East: Philadelphia
2094 ft · 51 sec
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Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
27.5 mi · 29 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia
18 mi · 26 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Schuylkill Expressway
3 mi · 5 min · Schuylkill Expressway
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Take the exit slight left toward Passyunk Avenue, Oregon Avenue
1237 ft · 30 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 76 East: Walt Whitman Bridge
46 m · 6 sec
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Continue on West Oregon Vare Avenue
774 ft · 13 sec · West Oregon Vare Avenue
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Continue on Oregon Avenue/Vare Avenue
1.8 mi · 3 min · Oregon Avenue/Vare Avenue
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Turn left onto South 5th Street
951 ft · 30 sec · South 5th Street
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Turn right onto Porter Street
142 m · 24 sec · Porter Street
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Turn right onto South 4th Street
82 m · 14 sec · South 4th Street
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Turn right onto Vollmer Street
72 m · 10 sec · Vollmer Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Vollmer Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between North Heidelberg and Whitman.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Pennsylvania Turnpike
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
27.5 mi · 00h 29m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving North Heidelberg and Rain Showers Likely near Whitman.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from North Heidelberg to Whitman?
The road trip is about 80.9 miles (130.2 km) and usually takes 01h 43m 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?
East Nantmeal is a useful midpoint, sitting about 41.2 miles from North Heidelberg and 39.8 miles from Whitman.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 61.4 miles (98.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.5 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 3:04 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.69 one way or $23.37 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around North Heidelberg and Rain Showers Likely near Whitman.
Stop Ideas Near East Nantmeal
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between North Heidelberg and Whitman. Straight-line distance: 61.37 mi (98.77 km).
#1 North Heidelberg
Township in Berks County, Pennsylvania
| Population | 1,259 |
| Coordinates | 40.3959300, -76.1341100 |
| Altitude | 135 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Whitman
A borough in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania.
| Population | 49,732 |
| Coordinates | 39.9167800, -75.1554600 |
| Altitude | 5 |
| Country | United States |
End: Vollmer Street (-75.155484, 39.916671)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 130 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 00m |
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 | $11.69 | $23.37 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $13.15 | $26.31 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $14.17 | $28.34 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $17.10 | $34.21 |
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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