Pennsylvania Turnpike

Since 1940, the Pennsylvania Turnpike has traveled from New Jersey to Ohio, in five different sections. The entire turnpike stretches 532 miles, the largest section is 359 miles from New Jersey to Ohio. Seven tunnels cut through the rugged landscape of Pennsylvania. The turnpike serves most of Pennsylvania’s urban areas. Toll rates vary, EZ-Pass is taken along the turnpike, sometimes accessed through high-speed lanes.

As population has grown so has the Pennsylvania Turnpike. Twenty-one service areas accommodate the needs of travelers. An average of 447,441 cars travel using the Pennsylvania Turnpike daily. With one of the lowest fatality rates in the country, Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission is continuously improving the road in an effort to accommodate the ever-growing populations.

PA Turnpike on the web:

• www.paturnpike.com - Official site by the Turnpike Commission
• www.pahighways.com - History and information on the Pennsylvania Turnpike.

Travel Conditions Map:

The Pennsylvania Turnpike provides a travel condition map with some useful information. This map is interactive and includes traffic cameras, incidents , construction and weather information.

• Click Here to view map

The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission requires permits for unique vehicles. If you are traveling on the PA turnpike with a uncommon vehicle make sure you looking into restrictions as to the time of day those vehicles may travel. This includes cars with tinted windows.

Pennsylvania State Police:

While traveling in the State of Pennsylvania if you experience any emergencies you can always call on the State Police. They are here to protect and server you.