Origin
Brentwood, PA
Morning in Brentwood on Sunday
Local time
6:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brentwood, PA to Pittsburgh, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
14m
Distance
6.3 mi
10 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 13m
★
6 AM
0h 14m
8 AM
0h 17m
10 AM
0h 15m
12 PM
0h 15m
3 PM
0h 15m
5 PM
0h 17m
8 PM
0h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brentwood, PA
Jack Pace
Pittsburgh, PA
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Trip Overview
Brentwood, PA to Pittsburgh, PA is 6.3 miles and takes about 14m via Saw Mill Run Boulevard and Liberty Tunnels, with a fuel budget near $1 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short hop stays within the Northeast region and the state of Pennsylvania. Expect a straightforward, turn-heavy local drive that's perfect for when you need to get from point A to point B quickly without much fuss. It’s ideal for a same-day trip, offering convenience without demanding a full day of travel.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Saw Mill Run Boulevard | 3.5 mi | 7m |
| Liberty Tunnels | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Liberty Bridge | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Marylea Avenue | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| East Willock Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Crosstown Boulevard | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Fifth Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Grant Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Saw Mill Run Boulevard
— 3.5 mi, about 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brentwood, PA and Pittsburgh, PA.
1
Start on East Willock Road
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
East Willock Road
2
At end of road, turn right onto Olancha Avenue
107 ft
·
6 sec
·
Olancha Avenue
3
Turn left onto Drebert Avenue
221 ft
·
16 sec
·
Drebert Avenue
4
Turn left onto Marylea Avenue
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Marylea Avenue
5
Turn sharp right onto PA 51
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Saw Mill Run Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on PA 51; Blue Belt
2.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Saw Mill Run Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
7
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on this road
361 ft
·
12 sec
·
this road
9
Turn right onto Liberty Tunnels
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Liberty Tunnels
Use the right lane.
10
Continue on Liberty Bridge
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
·
Liberty Bridge
11
Turn straight onto Crosstown Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Crosstown Boulevard
12
Continue on Sixth Avenue
366 ft
·
16 sec
·
Sixth Avenue
13
Turn left onto Fifth Avenue
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Fifth Avenue
14
Turn right onto Grant Street
513 ft
·
21 sec
·
Grant Street
Use the right lane.
15
Arrive at destination
Grant Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 6.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Olancha Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto Olancha Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Marylea Avenue
Turn left onto Marylea Avenue
Navigation decision point
7
0.5 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
PA 51 / Saw Mill Run Boulevard
Turn sharp right onto PA 51 / Saw Mill Run Boulevard
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
4 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
6.2 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
Grant Street
Turn right onto Grant Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.04 one way
$2.09 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
2 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $1.14 | $2.29 |
| premium | $4.93 | $1.22 | $2.44 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.39 | $2.78 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 50% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 1.9 | 0 | $0.66 | $0.30 |
| Efficient EV | 1.6 | 0 | $0.55 | $0.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 2.5 | 0 | $0.88 | $0.40 |
Gas CO2
2 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (50% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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.
Destination
Pittsburgh, PA
Morning in Pittsburgh on Sunday
Local time
6:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
14m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' with 0% highway share, meaning you'll be navigating city streets and local roads for the entire 6.3 miles. Your longest uninterrupted stretch will be about 3.5 miles on Saw Mill Run Boulevard, so be prepared for frequent turns and traffic lights. The drive progresses through urban areas, utilizing key connectors like Liberty Tunnels and Liberty Bridge, which can impact travel time depending on traffic.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 3.5 mi on Saw Mill Run Boulevard.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Olancha Avenue.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 6.3 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Olancha Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Marylea Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (PA 51 / Saw Mill Run Boulevard): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving in Pittsburgh, PA
Full guide →The pleasure of Pittsburgh remains a well-kept secret. Though not built up by reputation, the city's unique combination of bridges, steep hills, and broad rivers make it one of the most naturally scenic cities in the country. Cheap food and beer abound in this true sports town and the locals are amazingly friendly. A city of about 303,000 (2021) in Allegheny County, at the center of a metro area of about 2.4 million in southwestern Pennsylvania, Pittsburgh is situated at the confluence of three rivers: the Monongahela and Allegheny Rivers, which meet to form the Ohio River. The city's unique terrain has resulted in an unusual city design and a hodge-podge of unique neighborhood "pockets" with diverse ethnic and architectural heritage.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
This is an easy same-day round trip, clocking in at just 6.3 miles and 14 minutes. You'll be back before you know it, with plenty of time for exploring Pittsburgh.
Family Friendly
This 6.3-mile drive is short enough for most kids, but the 5/10 complexity and turn-heavy nature might make it a bit stressful for parents doing the navigating. Keep an eye on the GPS!
Solo Traveler
At only 6.3 miles and 14 minutes, this is a super comfortable solo distance. You'll barely have time to finish your podcast before arriving in Pittsburgh.
EV Driver
This route is definitely short enough on a single charge, at just 6.3 miles. However, with zero charging stations listed, plan to charge up fully before you leave Brentwood or once you arrive in Pittsburgh.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 3.5 miles on Saw Mill Run Boulevard. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Olancha Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Marylea Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (PA 51 / Saw Mill Run Boulevard): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Pittsburgh, PA before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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