This 343-mile drive from Bethel Park, PA to Silver Spring, PA will take approximately 7 hours and 12 minutes, making it a feasible day trip. You'll navigate primarily using the Keystone Shortway, William Penn Highway, and I-99. With a projected fuel cost of around $57, this route offers a budget-friendly journey within the Northeast region. The drive is characterized by its turn-heavy local feel, suggesting you'll encounter varied road conditions rather than a monotonous interstate experience. Planning for two stops along the way is recommended to break up the journey comfortably.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
171.5 miles from Bethel Park, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 50m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Keystone Shortway
99.3 mi
1h 47m
William Penn Highway
59.7 mi
1h 22m
I 99
57.2 mi
1h 4m
I 84
45.7 mi
53m
I 81
34.7 mi
42m
Admiral Peary Highway
13.7 mi
19m
5th Avenue
4.5 mi
8m
Lebanon Church Road
3.9 mi
6m
Longest stretch:
Keystone Shortway
— 99.3 mi, about 1h 47m
Traffic on I-80
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 18 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~1,145 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,582
Quietest
2 AM
~189 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
6.1×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bethel Park, PA and Silver Spring, PA.
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Start on this road
102 ft·9 sec·this road
2
Turn right
20 ft·6 sec
3
Turn left
43 ft·5 sec
4
Turn right onto South Park Road
1.0 mi·2 min·South Park Road
5
Continue on Baptist Road
0.6 mi·1 min·Baptist Road
6
Turn right onto Yellow Belt
1.8 mi·3 min·Broughton Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
At end of road, turn left onto Yellow Belt
0.3 mi·32 sec·Brownsville Road
Use the left lane.
8
Continue on Yellow Belt
1.3 mi·2 min·Curry Hollow Road
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on Yellow Belt
2.9 mi·4 min·Lebanon Church Road
10
Keep slight right at fork onto Yellow Belt
1.0 mi·1 min·Lebanon Church Road
11
Turn slight right onto Yellow Belt
0.5 mi·45 sec·Pittsburgh McKeesport Boulevard
12
Continue on Yellow Belt
0.4 mi·35 sec·Richland Avenue
13
Continue on Yellow Belt
0.4 mi·31 sec·W.D. Mansfield Memorial Bridge
14
Keep slight left at fork onto Yellow Belt
2.1 mi·3 min·Yellow Belt
Use the straight lane.
15
Continue on PA 148; Yellow Belt
4.5 mi·8 min·5th Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Turn right onto Yellow Belt
0.2 mi·20 sec·Patton Street
17
Turn right onto Avenue U
214 ft·6 sec·Avenue U
18
At end of road, turn right onto Avenue U
229 ft·11 sec·Avenue U
19
Turn left onto Watkins Avenue
0.1 mi·16 sec·Watkins Avenue
20
Continue on State Street
0.2 mi·36 sec·State Street
21
Continue on PA 130
1.8 mi·2 min·Broadway Boulevard
22
Turn left onto PA 48; Orange Belt
2.7 mi·4 min·Mosside Boulevard
23
Turn straight
0.1 mi·25 sec
24
At end of road, turn right onto Northern Pike
1.7 mi·3 min·Northern Pike
25
Turn right onto US 22
43 mi·1 hr 2 min·William Penn Highway
Use the right lane.
26
Continue on US 22
14 mi·19 min·Admiral Peary Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
27
Continue on US 22
17 mi·19 min·William Penn Highway
28
Continue on this road
0.5 mi·45 sec·this road
Toward I 99, US 220: Altoona, Bedford
29
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi·1 min
Toward I 99 North, US 220 North: Altoona
30
Merge onto I 99; US 220
41 mi·44 min·I 99; US 220
31
Keep slight left at fork onto I 99; US 220; US 322
4.0 mi·4 min·I 99; US 220; US 322
Use the straight lane.
32
Keep slight left at fork onto I 99; US 220
12 mi·14 min·I 99; US 220
Toward I 99 North, US 220 North: Bellefonte
33
Turn left
0.2 mi·31 sec
Toward I 80 East, US 220 North: WilliamsportUse the left lane.
34
Merge onto I 80; US 220
99 mi·1 hr 47 min·Keystone Shortway
35
Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Exit 260BToward I 81 North: Wilkes-Barre
36
Merge onto I 81
35 mi·42 min·I 81
37
Take the exit
0.4 mi·51 sec
Toward I-84 east, US 6 east
38
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·35 sec
39
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·38 sec
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South: Mt Pocono, Milford
40
Merge onto I 84; I 380
3.4 mi·4 min·I 84; I 380
41
Keep slight left at fork onto I 84
42 mi·48 min·I 84
Toward I 84 East: Milford
42
Take the exit
0.3 mi·43 sec
Toward US 6: Milford
43
Keep slight right at fork
275 ft·6 sec
44
Turn straight onto US 6
1.6 mi·3 min·Grand Army of the Republic Highway
45
Continue on US 6
0.1 mi·28 sec·West Harford Street
46
Turn right onto 7th Street
498 ft·25 sec·7th Street
47
At end of road, turn right onto Mill Street
198 ft·6 sec·Mill Street
48
Continue on Water Street
0.4 mi·1 min·Water Street
49
Continue on Route 2001
2.6 mi·5 min·Route 2001
50
Turn left onto Raymondskill Road
0.4 mi·57 sec·Raymondskill Road
51
Arrive at destination
Raymondskill Road
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 7-hour, 12-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Bethel Park to maximize daylight. With two recommended stops, you can effectively pace yourself, perhaps stopping once around the halfway mark to refuel and stretch. Given the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, be prepared for varied road conditions and keep an eye on your navigation. The longest stretch on the Keystone Shortway is over 99 miles, so ensure you're fueled up before embarking on that segment to avoid any unnecessary detours.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 171.5 miles from Bethel Park, PA, or about 3h 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 99.3 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 75 miles or 1h 59m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 171.5 miles or 3h 50m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Silver Spring, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bethel Park, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bethel Park, PA
This is one driving day of about 343 miles and 7h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 75 miles from Bethel Park, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Keystone Shortway for about 99.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 32
5 decision points cluster between mile 10.1 and 155.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
10.1 mi into trip|~18m in|Yellow Belt
Keep slight left at fork onto Yellow Belt
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
97.4 mi into trip|~2h 27m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 99 North, US 220 North: Altoona
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 99 North, US 220 North: Altoona
6
139.2 mi into trip|~3h 13m in|I 99; US 220; US 322
Keep slight left at fork onto I 99; US 220; US 322
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
143.2 mi into trip|~3h 18m in|I 99; US 220
Keep slight left at fork onto I 99; US 220 toward I 99 North, US 220 North: Bellefonte
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 99 North, US 220 North: Bellefonte
7
155.5 mi into trip|~3h 32m in
Turn left toward I 80 East, US 220 North: Williamsport
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 80 East, US 220 North: Williamsport
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$54.69 one way
$109.38 round trip
$4.05/gal25.4 MPG avg120 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.48
$60.52
$121.05
premium
$4.81
$64.93
$129.85
diesel
$4.80
$64.76
$129.53
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$55
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$80–$105
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 120 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $36 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
102.9
1
$36.02
$16.46
Efficient EV
85.8
0
$30.01
$13.72
EV Truck/SUV
137.2
1
$48.02
$21.95
Gas CO2
120 kg
EV CO2
40 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Jul 17, 2026
Origin
Bethel Park, PA
Afternoon
in Bethel Park on Sunday
Local time
12:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
88°F
Smoke
E 0 to 3 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Silver Spring, PA
Afternoon
in Silver Spring on Sunday
Local time
12:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
83°F
Areas Of Smoke
NW 0 to 3 mph1% chanceLive forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
5 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
7h 12m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Johnstown Flood National Memorial
National Memorial
The South Fork Dam failed on Friday, May 31, 1889, and unleashed 20,000,000 tons of water that devastated Johnstown, PA. The flood killed 2,209 people but it brought the nation and the world together...
Situated within the most densely populated region of the United States, Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area provides a unique opportunity to experience tranquil landscapes, rich human history,...
On Tuesday morning, September 11, 2001, the U.S. came under attack when four commercial airliners were hijacked and used to strike targets on the ground. Nearly 3,000 people tragically lost their live...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' personality for this 343-mile route, with only 41% of the journey on highways. While you'll experience stretches on the Keystone Shortway, William Penn Highway, and I-99, the overall feel leans towards more engaged driving. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 99.3 miles on the Keystone Shortway. This suggests a dynamic driving experience, likely involving more frequent turns and changes in road type as you progress through Pennsylvania.
Only 41% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
51 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 99.3 mi on Keystone Shortway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 10.1 miles in near Yellow Belt.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 32 significant decision points across 343 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 10.1 miles (Yellow Belt): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 97.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 139.2 miles (I 99; US 220; US 322): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,988 ft579 ft
Total Climb
2,594 ft
Total Descent
2,973 ft
Highest Point
1,988 ft
~73.5 mi in
Elevation Range
1,408 ft
Notable High Points
1,988 ft at ~73.5 miles+912 ft prominence
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Bethel Park, PA and Silver Spring, PA, road signs point toward Bedford and Milford.
Allegheny County is the center of the Pittsburgh Region of Pennsylvania. It contains the city of Pittsburgh and most of the Pittsburgh metropolitan area.
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 12m. Total distance: 343 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 12m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 99.3 miles on Keystone Shortway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 27 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Silver Spring, PA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 2 meaningful breaks. There are 27 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 10.1 miles (Yellow Belt): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 97.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 139.2 miles (I 99; US 220; US 322): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Johnstown Flood National Memorial, Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area and Flight 93 National Memorial. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 7.2 hours each way, a round trip means 14.4 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Silver Spring, PA before the return drive.
