How far is Pennsylvania, AL from Elba, AL?
The driving distance from Pennsylvania, AL to Elba, AL is about 139.9 miles (225.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 44m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 122.9 miles (197.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 29m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 44m.
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
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pennsylvania and Elba.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pennsylvania and Elba.
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Start on the route
942 ft · 1 min
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Turn left
2190 ft · 46 sec
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Take the ramp right
916 ft · 22 sec
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Merge slight left
73.1 mi · 1 hr 18 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 84: Evergreen, Monroeville
1222 ft · 30 sec
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Turn right
1.2 km · 54 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left
29.3 mi · 36 min
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Continue straight
3.2 mi · 5 min
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Turn left onto Martin Luther King Junior Expressway
12.7 mi · 16 min · Martin Luther King Junior Expressway
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Turn left
2.3 mi · 3 min
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Continue on West Cummings Avenue
1.5 km · 2 min · West Cummings Avenue
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Turn left onto South Main Street
1998 ft · 35 sec · South Main Street
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Turn right onto East Stewart Avenue
2 mi · 3 min · East Stewart Avenue
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Continue straight
12.8 mi · 15 min
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Turn right
136 m · 12 sec
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Turn left onto Hickman Avenue
1 mi · 2 min · Hickman Avenue
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Continue on Davis Street
697 ft · 24 sec · Davis Street
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Turn left onto Polka Street
97 m · 16 sec · Polka Street
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Turn right onto Simmons Street
5 m · 1 sec · Simmons Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Simmons Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Pennsylvania and Elba.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Merge slight left
73.1 mi · 01h 18m
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.
Sunny leaving Pennsylvania and Sunny near Elba.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pennsylvania to Elba?
The road trip is about 139.9 miles (225.2 km) and usually takes 02h 44m 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?
Castleberry is a useful midpoint, sitting about 69.9 miles from Pennsylvania and 70 miles from Elba.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 122.9 miles (197.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 17 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:00 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.71 one way or $37.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 43.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Pennsylvania and Sunny near Elba.
Stop Ideas Near Castleberry
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 Castleberry.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pennsylvania and Elba. Straight-line distance: 122.9 mi (197.79 km).
#1 Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania is a place in Alabama, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 30.8732400, -88.0475000 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Elba
City in Alabama, United States of America
| Population | 3,919 |
| Coordinates | 31.4146100, -86.0677200 |
| Altitude | 59 |
| Country | United States |
End: Elba (-86.06772, 31.41461)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 225 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 44m |
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 | $3.79 | $18.71 | $37.42 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $21.04 | $42.08 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $22.85 | $45.70 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $26.75 | $53.50 |
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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