Puff Express

Puff Express is one of a few locations around Williamsport, and this one draws a steady crowd because it sits closest to downtown and is easy to reach on foot or by bus. It's a tobacco shop with a drive-through, which regulars appreciate when they just want to grab their cigarettes and go. Ask anyone who stops here and they'll point you to the friendly, quick service, even on the busy weekends when the line stays moving.

The word around Williamsport is that the prices are hard to beat, and they hold consistent across all their locations. Folks come in for cigarettes and smoking accessories, and plenty stick around for the extras too, like a solid deal on energy drinks and a few sodas people say they can't track down anywhere else. There are skill machines inside that bring a good number of people through the door.

One longtime regular described the vibe as a "hometown" feeling, with people hanging around chatting, and that easy, familiar atmosphere is a big part of why so many keep coming back. The staff earns a lot of the goodwill here. We've heard they're friendly and patient, and one person still remembers the day the owner let them settle up later when they were short, which turned them into a regular for good.

They also keep an eye out at the register, making sure a bank card matches the name of the person using it. Locals are a little split on a couple of the folks behind the counter, and we've heard the odd grumble, but the overall feeling is warm and the shop is a well-liked fixture in town. If you're looking for a familiar, fairly priced tobacco shop in Williamsport with the convenience of a drive-through, Puff Express is an easy stop.