Origin
Connellsville, PA
Afternoon in Connellsville on Sunday
Local time
1:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Connellsville, 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
1h 5m
Distance
50.3 mi
81 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 0m
★
6 AM
1h 5m
8 AM
1h 16m
10 AM
1h 9m
12 PM
1h 8m
3 PM
1h 9m
5 PM
1h 15m
8 PM
1h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Connellsville, PA
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Pittsburgh, PA
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a straightforward transition from the quiet surroundings of Connellsville to the urban center of Pittsburgh, this 50.6-mile trek is a perfect choice. Expect the drive to take approximately 58 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. With a modest fuel budget of just $8, the trip is highly economical for a quick getaway between these two Pennsylvania locations. You will primarily navigate via Amos K and I-70, keeping the logistics simple and manageable. Since both cities are located within the Northeast, you will experience a consistent regional feel throughout your journey.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 18.3 mi | 19m |
| US 119 | 15 mi | 17m |
| Penn-Lincoln Parkway East | 13.2 mi | 18m |
| Amos K. Hutchinson Bypass | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Pittsburgh Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Second Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Ross Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| I 70 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 18.3 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Connellsville, PA and Pittsburgh, PA.
1
Start on Pittsburgh Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Pittsburgh Street
2
Turn right onto US 119; PA 711 Truck
15 mi
·
17 min
·
US 119; PA 711 Truck
3
Continue on PA Tpke 66
0.5 mi
·
35 sec
·
Amos K. Hutchinson Bypass
Toward PA Turnpike 66 North: Delmont
4
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 0B
Toward I 70, I 76, PATP: New Stanton
Use the right lane.
5
Continue on US 119
0.4 mi
·
22 sec
·
US 119
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 70 East, I 76, PATP: Harrisburg, Pittsburgh
Use the slight right lane.
7
Continue on I 70
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
I 70
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 76 West: Pittsburgh
9
Merge onto I 76; PATP
18 mi
·
19 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
10
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
2 min
Exit 57
Toward I 376 West, US 22: Pittsburgh, Monroeville
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward US 22 Business, I 376 West, US 22 West: Monroeville, Pittsburgh
12
Keep slight right at fork
353 ft
·
8 sec
Toward I 376 West, US 22 West: Pittsburgh
13
Merge onto I 376; US 22
13 mi
·
18 min
·
Penn-Lincoln Parkway East
Use the slight left lane.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 71B
Toward Second Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Turn straight onto Second Avenue
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Second Avenue
16
At end of road, turn right onto Ross Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Ross Street
17
Turn left onto Fifth Avenue
352 ft
·
10 sec
·
Fifth Avenue
18
Turn right onto Grant Street
513 ft
·
21 sec
·
Grant Street
Use the right lane.
19
Arrive at destination
Grant Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.1 miles from Connellsville, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 135 decision points cluster between mile 15.7 and 49.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
15.7 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Take the exit toward I 70, I 76, PATP: New Stanton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 0B
Toward I 70, I 76, PATP: New Stanton
7
16.4 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Take the exit toward I 70 East, I 76, PATP: Harrisburg, Pittsburgh
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 70 East, I 76, PATP: Harrisburg, Pitts...
8
35.4 mi into trip
|
~41m in
Take the exit toward I 376 West, US 22: Pittsburgh, Monroeville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 57
Toward I 376 West, US 22: Pittsburgh, Monroevil...
7
36.2 mi into trip
|
~44m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 376 West, US 22 West: Pittsburgh
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 376 West, US 22 West: Pittsburgh
7
49.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
Take the exit toward Second Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 71B
Toward Second Avenue
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.34 one way
$16.68 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $9.13 | $18.27 |
| premium | $4.93 | $9.76 | $19.51 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.11 | $22.21 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.42
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(18.3 mi)
$2.38
Amos K. Hutchinson Bypass
(0.5 mi)
$0.04
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Tolls
$2
Total
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.1 | 0 | $5.28 | $2.41 |
| Efficient EV | 12.6 | 0 | $4.40 | $2.01 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.1 | 0 | $7.04 | $3.22 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (67% 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
Afternoon in Pittsburgh on Sunday
Local time
1:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Mostly Cloudy
SW 6 to 10 mph
13% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 13 at 5:13AM EDT by NWS State College PA
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
11 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
1h 5m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route features a 0% highway share, meaning you will not be spending your time cruising on high-speed freeways. Because the longest stretch on Amos K is effectively zero miles, you should anticipate constant adjustments and navigating winding roads rather than long, straightaways. This technical drive requires you to stay engaged as you transition from the local landscape toward the Pittsburgh area. It is a hands-on driving experience that rewards drivers who prefer staying alert on local routes over highway-heavy commutes.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 18.3 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and US 119. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 15.7 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 50.3 miles you will encounter 13 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 15.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 16.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 35.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,193 ft
765 ft
Total Climb
721 ft
Total Descent
875 ft
Highest Point
1,193 ft
~35.9 mi in
Elevation Range
428 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Connellsville, PA and Pittsburgh, PA, road signs point toward Pa Turnpike 66 North: Delmont, Patp: New Stanton, Patp: Harrisburg and Monroeville.
Pa Turnpike 66 North: Delmont
15.2 mi in
|
~18m
|
via PA Tpke 66
Patp: New Stanton
15.7 mi in
|
~19m
Patp: Harrisburg
16.4 mi in
|
~20m
Monroeville
35.4 mi in
|
~41m
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
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 5m. Total distance: 50.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 18.3 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $2.42 in tolls one way, starting with Pennsylvania Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
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 Pittsburgh, PA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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 15.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 16.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 35.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Fort Necessity National Battlefield. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
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, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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