How far is Whitman, PA from Ambler, PA?

The estimated driving distance from Whitman, PA to Ambler, PA is about 22.7 miles (36.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 34m by car.

  • This page is using an estimated road distance while the full route geometry is refreshed.
  • The straight-line flight distance is about 16.8 miles (27 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 09m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
Road route is being refreshed. This page currently uses an estimated driving distance until a routing provider returns the full road geometry.
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Quick Snapshot
Road
22.67 mi
00h 34m · estimated
Flight
16.8 mi
27.03 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
16.8 mi
Kilometers
27.03 km
Flight Time
00h 02m

Driving Distance

Estimated road route
22.67 mi
Estimated
Kilometers
36.49 km
Drive Time
00h 34m

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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 34m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Ambler
Sat, Apr 11, 12:02 AM EDT
Return by in Whitman
Sat, Apr 11, 12:37 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Whitman
2026-04-10T23:27
Arrive Ambler
Sat, Apr 11, 12:02 AM EDT
Route Timing
00h 34m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:35 AM to 7:35 PM EDT

This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.

Leave by
7:20 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Whitman
10:00 PM EDT
Flexible departure

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.

Mid-route stop
Tioga
PA

Borough of Pennsylvania

From Whitman
8.4 mi
00h 17m
To Ambler
14.3 mi
00h 17m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
70°F
Friday

Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny

Starts
Fri, Apr 10 2:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 10 mph S
Destination
70°F
Friday

Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny

Starts
Fri, Apr 10 2:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 10 mph S

Driving Route Map

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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Whitman and Ambler.

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Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A short regional drive

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

Drive Time
00h 34m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
01h 10m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+5.9 mi
16.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Tioga
00h 17m from Whitman
Leave By
7:20 PM EDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny leaving Whitman and Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny near Ambler.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Whitman to Ambler?

The road trip is about 22.7 miles (36.5 km) and usually takes 00h 34m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Tioga is a useful midpoint, sitting about 8.4 miles from Whitman and 14.3 miles from Ambler.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 16.8 miles (27 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.9 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:20 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.27 one way or $6.54 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.1 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny around Whitman and Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny near Ambler.

Stop Ideas Near Tioga

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Tioga and the surrounding midpoint area.
Bluestone Lane City Hall Coffee Shop
Coffee break 6 mi away

Bluestone Lane City Hall Coffee Shop

Philadelphia , PA
1 S Penn Square, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Rating 4.2/5 163 reviews Coffee shop,Bar,Cafe
Dilworth Park
Scenic stop 5.8 mi away

Dilworth Park

Philadelphia , PA
1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA 19102, United States
Rating 4.5/5 7,605 reviews Tourist attraction,Event venue,Park
Philadelphia Marriage License
Meeting point 5.8 mi away

Philadelphia Marriage License

Philadelphia , PA
415 City Hall, 1401 John F Kennedy Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Rating 4.3/5 45 reviews City government office,Marriage license bureau
City Hall
Nearby stop 5.9 mi away

City Hall

Philadelphia , PA
Philadelphia, PA 19107, United States
Rating 4.3/5 106 reviews Subway station

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Tioga.

RAIL

North Philadelphia station

2 mi away
2900 North Broad St.
RAIL

30th Street Station

6 mi away
2955 Market St.
RAIL

Ardmore

10 mi away
Station Road and Lancaster Ave.
BUS

Pennsauken, NJ

10 mi away
215 Derousse Avenue

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Whitman and Ambler. Straight-line distance: 16.8 mi (27.03 km).

Whitman

#1 Whitman

A borough in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania.

Population49,732
Coordinates39.9167800, -75.1554600
Altitude5
CountryUnited States
Ambler

#2 Ambler

City in Alaska, USA

Population6,496
Coordinates40.1545500, -75.2215700
Altitude65
CountryUnited States
Start: Whitman (-75.15546, 39.91678)
End: Ambler (-75.22157, 40.15455)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 36 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 45m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 34m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 27m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 22m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 19m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 16m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
0.8 gal
3.03 L · about $3.27
Round trip
$6.54
1.6 gal · 6.06 L
Estimated CO2
7.1 kg one way
Round trip: 14.2 kg / 31 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.09 $3.27 $6.54
Mid-grade $4.60 $3.68 $7.36
Premium $4.95 $3.96 $7.93
Diesel $5.98 $4.78 $9.57

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Pennsylvania · Apr 11, 2026

There is no time difference between Whitman and Ambler. The current time is 23:27:43.

Distance to Other Cities

How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.