How far is Thorndale, PA from Erie, PA?
Fastest route
The distance from Thorndale, Pennsylvania, to Erie, Pennsylvania, is approximately 364 miles (585 kilometers) via I-80 W. The estimated travel time is 5 hours and 57 minutes. Here are 5 tips/suggestions for your journey:
Directions
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Get on US-30 W: Head north on Marshallton Thorndale Rd toward Norwood Ave, continue onto Bondsville Rd, and then take a sharp left onto the ramp to Coatesville.
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Continue on US-30 W: Follow US-30 W and take PA-283 W, US-322 W, and I-99 S to US-322 W in Worth Township. Take exit 62 from I-99 S.
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Merge onto US-322 W: Keep right to continue on US-30, then take a slight right onto the US 30 W ramp to York/Harrisburg/PA-283. Keep left at the fork to continue on PA-283 W, and follow signs for Harrisburg. Take the exit onto I-283 N toward I-81/I-83/Harrisburg, and use the middle lane to stay on I-283 N. Use the left 2 lanes to take exit 51A to merge onto I-81 S/US-322 W toward Carlisle/Lewistown. Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 67B to merge onto US-22 W/US-322 W toward Lewistown. Keep left to stay on US-322 W, and it will turn slightly right and become I-99 S/US-322 W. Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 62 toward US-322 W.
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Get on I-80 W in Woodland from US-322 W: Turn right onto US-322 W/N 3rd St/N Centre St, and continue to follow US-322 W. Turn left onto the ramp to Dubois.
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Follow I-80 W and I-79 N to W Bayfront Pkwy in Erie: Take I-80 W, and then merge onto I-79 N toward Erie. Take exit 19B to merge onto I-79 N toward Erie. Continue on W Bayfront Pkwy, and drive to State St.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Consider making rest stops along the way to stretch your legs and take breaks during the long journey.
- ⛽️ Check your vehicle's fuel level before starting the trip, and plan fuel stops at convenient locations to avoid running out of gas.
- 🌆 Start your journey early to avoid rush hour traffic and potential delays.
- 🍴 Pack some snacks and water for the road, as it can help you stay refreshed and energized during the trip.
- 🗺️ Use GPS or a navigation app to stay updated on the route and any potential road closures or detours.
FAQs
Q: How long does it take to travel from Thorndale to Erie by car? A: The estimated travel time by car is 5 hours and 57 minutes.
Q: What is the distance between Thorndale and Erie? A: The distance is approximately 364 miles (585 kilometers).
Q: Are there any recommended stops or attractions along the route? A: While the suggested route mainly focuses on getting to the destination efficiently, there may be various attractions, restaurants, and scenic spots along the way worth exploring.
Q: What should I do in case of an emergency or car trouble during the journey? A: It's essential to have a well-charged mobile phone with you. If you encounter car trouble or an emergency, pull over to a safe location and call for roadside assistance or emergency services.
Q: Can I find gas stations and rest areas along the route? A: Yes, there are several gas stations and rest areas along the route where you can refuel your vehicle and take breaks. Using a navigation app can help you locate these facilities easily.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 06h 09m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
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.
Township in Clearfield County, Pennsylvania
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Thorndale and Erie.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Thorndale and Erie.
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Start on Marshallton-Thorndale Road
1160 ft · 34 sec · Marshallton-Thorndale Road
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Continue on Bondsville Road
1.4 km · 2 min · Bondsville Road
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Take the ramp left toward US 30 West: Coatesville
1059 ft · 27 sec
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Merge slight left onto Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass
9.6 mi · 13 min · Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass
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Continue on Lincoln Highway
5.2 mi · 8 min · Lincoln Highway
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Keep slight right to continue on Lincoln Highway
2395 ft · 1 min · Lincoln Highway
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Turn right onto Newport Road
5.3 mi · 9 min · Newport Road
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Continue on Old Philadelphia Pike
7.2 mi · 12 min · Old Philadelphia Pike
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Take the ramp slight right toward US 30 West
885 ft · 22 sec
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Merge slight left
4.5 mi · 6 min
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Keep slight left to continue on PA 283 West: Harrisburg
28.6 mi · 34 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 283 North: Harrisburg
2776 ft · 48 sec
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Merge slight left
1.9 mi · 3 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 83 North, US 322
1258 ft · 31 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 83 North, US 322 West: Hazleton, State College
1402 ft · 34 sec
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Continue straight
3.7 mi · 5 min
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Continue on I 81 South, US 322 West: Carlisle, State College
2.4 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 22 East, PA 230 East, US 22 West, US 322 West: Harrisburg, Lewistown, State College
1437 ft · 27 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 22 West, US 322 West: Lewistown, State College
51.8 mi · 1 hr 3 min
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Keep slight left to continue on US 22 West, US 322 West: Mount Union, State College
24.5 mi · 32 min
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Continue on Boal Avenue
2.6 mi · 4 min · Boal Avenue
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Continue on Mount Nittany Expressway
17.5 mi · 21 min · Mount Nittany Expressway
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Keep slight right to continue on 28th Division Highway
1.6 km · 1 min · 28th Division Highway
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Continue on Port Matilda Highway
10.1 mi · 14 min · Port Matilda Highway
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Continue on Railroad Street
1 mi · 2 min · Railroad Street
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Turn right onto North Centre Street
783 ft · 10 sec · North Centre Street
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Continue on North Front Street
1650 ft · 26 sec · North Front Street
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Continue on Philipsburg Bigler Highway
7.1 mi · 8 min · Philipsburg Bigler Highway
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Continue on Woodland Bigler Highway
2.8 mi · 3 min · Woodland Bigler Highway
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Turn right onto Shawville Highway
1.6 mi · 2 min · Shawville Highway
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Take the exit left
1675 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left onto Keystone Shortway
102.7 mi · 1 hr 50 min · Keystone Shortway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 79 North: Erie
1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight right
65.8 mi · 1 hr 11 min
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Take the exit slight right toward PA 5 East, PA 290 East: 12th Street
1388 ft · 50 sec
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Turn right onto West 12th Street
2.3 mi · 5 min · West 12th Street
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Turn left onto State Street
2318 ft · 2 min · State Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · State Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Thorndale and Erie.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Keystone Shortway
Merge slight left onto Keystone Shortway
103 mi · 01h 50m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
Better with a longer stop
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
Sunny leaving Thorndale and Sunny near Erie.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Thorndale to Erie?
The road trip is about 376.7 miles (606.2 km) and usually takes 06h 09m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Graham is a useful midpoint, sitting about 182.2 miles from Thorndale and 194.6 miles from Erie.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 270 miles (434.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 106.7 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 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM EDT. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $54.30 one way or $108.61 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 118.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Thorndale and Sunny near Erie.
Stop Ideas Near Graham
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 Graham.
Tyrone
Altoona Transportation Center
Huntingdon
Lewistown
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Thorndale and Erie. Straight-line distance: 269.95 mi (434.45 km).
#1 Thorndale
City in Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States
| Population | 3,407 |
| Coordinates | 39.9928800, -75.7452200 |
| Altitude | 105 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Erie
The second most populous city in Pennsylvania.
| Population | 95,077 |
| Coordinates | 42.1292200, -80.0850600 |
| Altitude | 199 |
| Country | United States |
End: State Street (-80.085094, 42.129207)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 606 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 12h 33m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 09h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 07h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 41m |
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 | $54.30 | $108.61 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $61.12 | $122.24 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $65.84 | $131.68 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $79.47 | $158.95 |
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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