Burgettstown, PA to Erie, PA is 144.3 miles and takes about 2h 54m via Raymond P Shafer Highway and US 22, with a fuel budget near $24 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Pennsylvania, moving from the Northeast region to the Northeast. Expect a route with numerous turns, making it a more engaging local drive than a straight shot on the interstate. With a single recommended day, this trip is easily manageable for a weekend excursion or a leisurely afternoon journey.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
72.2 miles from Burgettstown, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 30m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Raymond P Shafer Highway
122.4 mi
2h 15m
US 22
9.9 mi
13m
Steubenville Pike
4.7 mi
9m
Bavington Road
3 mi
4m
West 12th Street
2.3 mi
4m
State Street
0.4 mi
1m
South Main Street
0.4 mi
1m
John L Brunner Bypass Road
0.4 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Raymond P Shafer Highway
— 122.4 mi, about 2h 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Burgettstown, PA and Erie, PA.
1
Start on South Main Street
0.4 mi·1 min·South Main Street
2
Turn right onto Bridge Street
160 ft·6 sec·Bridge Street
3
Turn left onto PA 18
0.4 mi·45 sec·John L Brunner Bypass Road
4
Turn right onto Bavington Road
3.0 mi·4 min·Bavington Road
Use the right lane.
5
At end of road, turn right onto Steubenville Pike
1.2 mi·1 min·Steubenville Pike
6
Turn right onto Maple Grove Road
0.1 mi·16 sec·Maple Grove Road
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·24 sec
Toward US 22 East: Pittsburgh
8
Merge onto US 22
9.9 mi·13 min·US 22
9
Continue on PA 60; Orange Belt
3.2 mi·6 min·Steubenville Pike
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on PA 60
0.4 mi·41 sec·Steubenville Pike
11
Turn left
0.3 mi·44 sec
Toward I 79 North
12
Merge onto I 79
122 mi·2 hr 15 min·Raymond P Shafer Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi·49 sec
Exit 183AToward PA 5 East, PA 290 East: 12th Street
14
Turn right onto PA 5; PA 290
2.3 mi·4 min·West 12th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Turn left onto State Street
0.4 mi·1 min·State Street
Use the left lane.
16
Arrive at destination
State Street
Trip Plan
Given the 2 hour 54 minute drive time and 144.3 miles, this trip is perfect for a single day. Consider leaving in the morning to maximize daylight for navigating the turn-heavy sections. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in timing; plan for a break around the halfway point or when you feel the need. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the estimated cost is $24, and it's always wise to fill up before embarking on a route with frequent turns. A specific tip: be mindful of speed limits as you transition between different road types, especially on the segments with many turns.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 72.2 miles from Burgettstown, PA, or about 1h 30m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 122.4 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 32 miles or 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 72.2 miles or 1h 30m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Erie, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Burgettstown, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Burgettstown, PA
This is one driving day of about 144.3 miles and 2h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Burgettstown, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Raymond P Shafer Highway for about 122.4 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 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.8 and 143.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.8 mi into trip|~1m in|Bavington Road
Turn right onto Bavington Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
5 mi into trip|~9m in
Take the ramp toward US 22 East: Pittsburgh
Navigation decision point
Toward US 22 East: Pittsburgh
5
18.6 mi into trip|~30m in
Turn left toward I 79 North
Navigation decision point
Toward I 79 North
6
141.3 mi into trip|~2h 46m in
Take the exit toward PA 5 East, PA 290 East: 12th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 183A
Toward PA 5 East, PA 290 East: 12th Street
6
143.9 mi into trip|~2h 52m in|State Street
Turn left onto State Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.92 one way
$47.85 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg51 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$26.20
$52.40
premium
$4.93
$27.99
$55.97
diesel
$5.61
$31.86
$63.72
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 50.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
43.3
0
$15.15
$6.93
Efficient EV
36.1
0
$12.63
$5.77
EV Truck/SUV
57.7
0
$20.20
$9.24
Gas CO2
50 kg
EV CO2
17 kg (66% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026
Origin
Burgettstown, PA
Late night
in Burgettstown on Tuesday
Local time
5:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Erie, PA
Late night
in Erie on Tuesday
Local time
5:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Mostly Clear
S 12 to 16 mph0% 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
17 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
2h 54m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is characterized by a high number of turns, suggesting a local road feel for much of the journey. While 7% of the drive is on highways, the majority involves navigating local streets and state routes. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 122.4 miles on the Raymond P Shafer Highway, indicating a significant portion where you can settle into a rhythm. As you progress, be prepared for the road to change, transitioning between faster sections and more winding, turn-heavy segments typical of regional travel.
Only 7% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 122.4 mi on Raymond P Shafer Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near Bavington Road.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 54m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles (Bavington Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 18.6 miles: Navigation decision point.
The longest stretch is about 122.4 miles on Raymond P Shafer Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles (Bavington Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 18.6 miles: Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Erie, PA before heading back.
