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Trip from East Norriton, PA to Penn Hills, PA

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

5h 32m

Distance

289.4 mi

466 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$48

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
5h 20m ★
6 AM
5h 33m
8 AM
6h 0m
10 AM
5h 42m
12 PM
5h 40m
3 PM
5h 44m
5 PM
5h 58m
8 PM
5h 25m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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township in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania

East Norriton, PA

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home rule municipality of Pennsylvania

Penn Hills, PA

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Trip Overview

This 292.8-mile journey from East Norriton, PA, to Penn Hills, PA, is designed for a single day of travel, taking approximately 4 hours and 46 minutes. You'll be navigating primarily local roads, including Barbara Drive, North Wales Road, and West Germantown Pike, with no highway sections to speak of. Expect a fuel cost of around $48 for this trip. Given its manageable duration and local road focus, this route is ideal for a straightforward day trip within the Northeast region. Plan for one stop along the way to break up the drive. The overall feel is a turn-heavy local experience, so be prepared for frequent adjustments.

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

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

144.7 miles from East Norriton, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 47m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike 270.7 mi 4h 54m
Penn-Lincoln Parkway East 4.6 mi 6m
West Dekalb Pike 2.1 mi 3m
Verona Road 2.1 mi 5m
Markley Street 1.8 mi 4m
Beulah Road 1.2 mi 1m
Coal Hollow Road 1 mi 1m
East Dekalb Pike 1 mi 1m
Longest stretch: Pennsylvania Turnpike — 270.7 mi, about 4h 54m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between East Norriton, PA and Penn Hills, PA.

1

Start on Denise Road

410 ft · 23 sec · Denise Road
2

Turn left onto Barbara Drive

0.1 mi · 32 sec · Barbara Drive
3

At end of road, turn right onto North Wales Road

451 ft · 23 sec · North Wales Road
4

Turn left onto West Germantown Pike

0.4 mi · 52 sec · West Germantown Pike
5

Turn right onto Stanbridge Street

0.6 mi · 1 min · Stanbridge Street
6

Continue on Norris City Avenue

0.4 mi · 54 sec · Norris City Avenue
7

Turn right onto Swede Road

0.2 mi · 30 sec · Swede Road
8

Continue on US 202

1.8 mi · 4 min · Markley Street
9

Continue on US 202

1.0 mi · 1 min · East Dekalb Pike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Continue on US 202

2.1 mi · 3 min · West Dekalb Pike
Use the straight lane.
11

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 59 sec
Toward I 76 West: New Jersey, Harrisburg Use the slight right lane.
12

Keep slight left at fork

0.1 mi · 8 sec
Toward I 76 West: New Jersey, Harrisburg
13

Merge onto I 76

0.4 mi · 52 sec · Schuylkill Expressway
Toward I 76 West: New Jersey, Harrisburg
14

Keep slight left at fork onto I 76

0.4 mi · 1 min · I 76
Toward I 76 West: Harrisburg Use the slight left lane.
15

Merge onto I 76; PATP

271 mi · 4 hr 54 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 2 min
Exit 57 Toward I 376 West, US 22: Pittsburgh, Monroeville Use the slight right lane.
17

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 23 sec
Toward US 22 Business, I 376 West, US 22 West: Monroeville, Pittsburgh
18

Keep slight right at fork

353 ft · 8 sec
Toward I 376 West, US 22 West: Pittsburgh
19

Merge onto I 376; US 22

4.6 mi · 6 min · Penn-Lincoln Parkway East
Use the slight left lane.
20

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 57 sec
Exit 79B Toward PA 130: Churchill Use the slight left lane.
21

Turn right onto PA 130

1.2 mi · 1 min · Beulah Road
Use the right lane.
22

Continue on PA 130

0.1 mi · 12 sec · Old Coal Hollow Road
23

Continue on PA 130

1.0 mi · 1 min · Coal Hollow Road
Use the right lane.
24

Turn right onto Verona Road

0.4 mi · 50 sec · Verona Road
Use the right lane.
25

Continue on Verona Road

1.7 mi · 4 min · Verona Road
26

Turn left onto Mount Avenue

519 ft · 24 sec · Mount Avenue
27

Turn right onto Sylvan Avenue

134 ft · 5 sec · Sylvan Avenue
28

Arrive at destination

Sylvan Avenue

Trip Plan

With a total duration of under five hours and a local road profile, this trip offers flexibility. Consider departing in the morning to allow ample time for your single planned stop and to avoid the heaviest local traffic. The $48 fuel estimate is helpful for budgeting, and since you're not on highways, keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you pass through towns. A practical tip for this turn-heavy route: familiarize yourself with your GPS turn-by-turn directions beforehand, as signal strength can sometimes be inconsistent on local roads. This will help you navigate the numerous upcoming turns smoothly.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 144.7 miles from East Norriton, PA, or about 2h 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 270.7 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 64 miles or 1h 19m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 144.7 miles or 2h 47m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 28m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Penn Hills, PA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving East Norriton, 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 East Norriton, PA

This is one driving day of about 289.4 miles and 5h 32m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 64 miles from East Norriton, 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 Pennsylvania Turnpike for about 270.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Hancock, MD, MD

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Hancock, MD

145 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

York, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 64 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Hancock, MD

Meal break

The midpoint is around 144.7 miles from East Norriton, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Pennsylvania Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 270.7 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Acapulco | Mexican Restaurant & Bar

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Irwin, Pennsylvania

Near the end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 271.9

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+17243824335

Visit website

Tasty Zaytoon Lebanese Market and Restaurant

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Exton, Pennsylvania

1.1 mi

Jimmy Wan's | Restaurant & Lounge

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

2 mi

Acapulco | Mexican Restaurant & Bar

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 271.9

Irwin, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+17243824335

Visit website

Tasty Zaytoon Lebanese Market and Restaurant

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour Moderately mile 20.9

Exton, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+14848733198

Visit website

Jimmy Wan's | Restaurant & Lounge

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour Moderately mile 292.8

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+14129680848

Visit website

Cenacolo Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour Moderately mile 271.9

North Huntingdon, Pennsylvania

Hours: 4–8 pm

+17245155983

Visit website

Primanti Bros. Restaurant and Bar

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 292.8

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–11 pm

+14128269680

Visit website

Eat'n Park

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 292.8

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 7 am–11 pm

+14122423700

Visit website

Spice Restaurant & Bar

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour Moderately mile 104.6

Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania

Hours: 2–11 pm

+17176913131

Visit website

Persichetti's Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 271.9

Jeannette, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+17245275553

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 271.9

North Huntingdon, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 271.9

North Huntingdon, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

ChargeSmart EV Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 271.9

Adamsburg, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887174544

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 230

Somerset, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

2.3 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 230

Somerset, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Blink Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 230

Somerset, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~12 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 230

Somerset, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 230

Somerset, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Elmwood Park Zoo

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour

Norristown, Pennsylvania

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+16102773825

Visit website

Indian Echo Caverns

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 83.7

Hummelstown, Pennsylvania

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+17175668131

Visit website

Heuser Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour

King of Prussia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+16102651071

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 19

5 decision points cluster between mile 6.8 and 284.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7
6.8 mi into trip | ~15m in

Take the exit toward I 76 West: New Jersey, Harrisburg

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 76 West: New Jersey, Harrisburg
7
7.8 mi into trip | ~17m in | I 76

Keep slight left at fork onto I 76 toward I 76 West: Harrisburg

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Toward I 76 West: Harrisburg
8
278.9 mi into trip | ~5h 13m 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
279.6 mi into trip | ~5h 16m 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
284.3 mi into trip | ~5h 22m in

Take the exit toward PA 130: Churchill

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Exit 79B Toward PA 130: Churchill

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$47.98 one way

$95.96 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 101 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $52.55 $105.10
premium $4.93 $56.13 $112.25
diesel $5.61 $63.90 $127.79

Estimated Tolls: $35.19

Pennsylvania Turnpike (270.7 mi) $35.19

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$48

Tolls

$35

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$108–$133

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 101.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $30 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 86.8 1 $30.39 $13.89
Efficient EV 72.4 0 $25.32 $11.58
EV Truck/SUV 115.8 1 $40.52 $18.52

Gas CO2

101 kg

EV CO2

34 kg (66% 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 Apr 19, 2026

Origin

East Norriton, PA

Morning in East Norriton on Sunday

Local time

10:57 AM

EDT

Current temp

69°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Penn Hills, PA

Morning in Penn Hills on Sunday

Local time

10:57 AM

EDT

Current temp

74°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

54°F

Hancock, MD

145 mi in

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 warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

5h 32m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

The character of this drive is overwhelmingly 'turn-heavy local.' With a 0% highway share, you'll be on familiar neighborhood and county roads for the entire 292.8 miles. This means you should anticipate a steady rhythm of turns and varying speed limits as you pass through different communities. While there isn't a 'longest stretch' of uninterrupted driving to highlight due to the nature of local roads, the constant engagement keeps the journey dynamic. This isn't a route for setting cruise control; it's a hands-on experience through Pennsylvania's local landscapes.

95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 270.7 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and Penn-Lincoln Parkway East. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6.8 miles in.

Driving Effort 9/10

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 19 significant decision points across 289.4 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 6.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.8 miles (I 76): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 278.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

About the Cities

Starting in East Norriton, PA

Full guide →

East Norriton is a town in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. East Norriton has a rich history that dates back to the 1600s when William Penn included it in one of the early manors called Williamstadt.

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 5h 32m. Total distance: 289.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 32m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 270.7 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $35.19 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.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

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 Penn Hills, 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 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 6.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.8 miles (I 76): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 278.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Not recommended in a single day. At 5.5 hours each way, a round trip means 11.1 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Penn Hills, PA before the return drive.

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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