Spanning 65.7 miles across Pennsylvania, this journey from Easton to Pittsburgh is a straightforward trip that typically takes about 1 hour and 56 minutes. Since you are staying within the Northeast region, you won't need to worry about major climate or time zone shifts. Budgeting around $11 for fuel makes this an affordable excursion, and because the total duration is under two hours, it is perfectly suited for a single-day trip. There is no need for an overnight stay, allowing you to easily complete the drive in one go. Whether you are heading out for business or a quick change of scenery, this route offers a practical connection between these two Pennsylvania points.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
32.9 miles from Easton, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 57m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Pittsburgh Road
13.5 mi
21m
William Flinn Highway
12.6 mi
24m
Chicora Road
9.9 mi
14m
PA 368
7.4 mi
13m
Allegheny Valley Expressway
3.7 mi
6m
Kitanning Pike
2.9 mi
4m
Kittanning Pike
2.6 mi
3m
Fairmont Road
1.8 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
Pittsburgh Road
— 13.5 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Easton, PA and Pittsburgh, PA.
1
Start on Canoe Ripple Road
0.3 mi·48 sec·Canoe Ripple Road
2
Turn straight onto PA 58
0.2 mi·16 sec·PA 58
3
Continue on PA 368
7.4 mi·13 min·PA 368
4
Turn left onto PA 268
0.7 mi·2 min·River Avenue
5
Continue on PA 268
0.5 mi·1 min·Washington Street
6
Continue on PA 268
2.9 mi·4 min·Kitanning Pike
7
Continue on PA 268
0.8 mi·1 min·School Street
8
Continue on PA 268
1.1 mi·2 min·Main Street
9
Continue on PA 268
1.1 mi·1 min·Kittanning Pike
10
Continue on PA 268
0.9 mi·1 min·Argyle Street
11
Turn left onto PA 268
364 ft·8 sec·Main Street
12
Turn slight right onto PA 268
0.2 mi·27 sec·Jamieson Street
13
Continue on PA 268
1.1 mi·1 min·Kittanning Pike
14
Continue on PA 268
0.4 mi·52 sec·Petrolia Street
15
Turn left onto PA 268
0.4 mi·47 sec·Main Street
16
Continue on PA 268
0.4 mi·50 sec·Kittanning Pike
17
Continue on Fairmont Road
1.8 mi·4 min·Fairmont Road
18
Continue on PA 68
0.3 mi·26 sec·Chicora Road
19
Continue on PA 68
0.8 mi·1 min·North Main Street
20
Continue on PA 68
9.6 mi·14 min·Chicora Road
21
Continue on PA 68
1.7 mi·3 min·East Jefferson Street
22
Turn left onto PA 8; PA 356
0.4 mi·1 min·South Main Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
23
Continue on PA 8
0.2 mi·33 sec·General Richard Butler Bridge
24
Continue on PA 8
0.5 mi·1 min·Pittsburgh Road
Use the straight lane.
25
Continue on PA 8
13 mi·20 min·Pittsburgh Road
Use the straight lane.
26
Continue on PA 8
2.2 mi·3 min·William Flinn Highway
Use the straight lane.
27
Continue on PA 8
10 mi·19 min·William Flinn Highway
Use the straight lane.
28
Continue on PA 8
0.7 mi·1 min·Butler Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
29
Continue on PA 8
0.4 mi·44 sec·William Flinn Highway
30
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward PA 28 South: PittsburghUse the slight right lane.
31
Merge onto PA 28; Blue Belt
3.7 mi·6 min·Allegheny Valley Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
32
Take the exit
181 ft·4 sec
Exit 1AToward I 579 South, I 279 South: Veterans Bridge, Monroeville, Fort Pitt Bridge, AirportUse the slight right lane.
33
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·42 sec
Toward I 579 South: Veterans Bridge, MonroevilleUse the slight left lane.
34
Merge onto I 579
0.3 mi·28 sec·Veterans Bridge
35
Take the exit
0.4 mi·53 sec
Toward 7th Avenue, 6th AvenueUse the straight / slight right lanes.
36
Keep slight left at fork
502 ft·14 sec
Toward PPG Arena, 6th Avenue
37
Turn straight onto Bigelow Boulevard
224 ft·3 sec·Bigelow Boulevard
38
Continue on Bigelow Square
386 ft·6 sec·Bigelow Square
Toward 6th AvenueUse the straight / left lanes.
39
Turn right onto Sixth Avenue
347 ft·11 sec·Sixth Avenue
40
Turn left onto Grant Street
296 ft·22 sec·Grant Street
41
Continue on Grant Street
254 ft·13 sec·Grant Street
42
Arrive at destination
Grant Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have plenty of flexibility in your scheduling. Because there are zero planned stops in the data, you should ensure your vehicle is fueled up before departure, especially since you will be spending most of your time on local roads rather than major service-heavy interstates. Keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of the route can make the 1 hour and 56 minute travel time feel longer than a standard highway drive, so plan for extra focus. If you want to avoid peak local traffic, try to time your departure outside of typical rush hours. Prioritize a quick check of your tire pressure before leaving, as the constant turning on these specific local roads makes vehicle handling particularly important.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 32.9 miles from Easton, PA, or about 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 13.5 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 14 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 32.9 miles or 57m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pittsburgh, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Easton, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Easton, PA
This is one driving day of about 65.7 miles and 1h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 14 miles from Easton, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Pittsburgh Road for about 13.5 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 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 32.8 and 65 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
32.8 mi into trip|~56m in|PA 8; PA 356 / South Main Street
Turn left onto PA 8; PA 356 / South Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
60.2 mi into trip|~1h 46m in
Take the exit toward PA 28 South: Pittsburgh
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward PA 28 South: Pittsburgh
8
64.4 mi into trip|~1h 53m in
Take the exit toward I 579 South, I 279 South: Veterans Bridge, Monroeville, Fort Pitt Bridge, Airport
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 1A
Toward I 579 South, I 279 South: Veterans Bridg...
9
64.4 mi into trip|~1h 53m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 579 South: Veterans Bridge, Monroeville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 579 South: Veterans Bridge, Monroevill...
7
65 mi into trip|~1h 54m in
Take the exit toward 7th Avenue, 6th Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward 7th Avenue, 6th Avenue
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.89 one way
$21.78 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg23 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$11.93
$23.86
premium
$4.93
$12.74
$25.48
diesel
$5.61
$14.51
$29.01
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
19.7
0
$6.90
$3.15
Efficient EV
16.4
0
$5.75
$2.63
EV Truck/SUV
26.3
0
$9.20
$4.20
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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 20, 2026
Origin
Easton, PA
Late night
in Easton on Tuesday
Local time
4:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Pittsburgh, PA
Late night
in Pittsburgh on Tuesday
Local time
4:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live 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
2 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
1h 56m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. Only 17% of this journey is spent on highways, meaning you will spend the vast majority of your time navigating local roads like Pittsburgh Road, William Flinn Highway, and Chicora Road. The driving experience is punctuated by frequent turns, keeping you engaged behind the wheel. You will find the longest uninterrupted stretch is just 13.5 miles along Pittsburgh Road, so prepare for a drive that demands consistent attention rather than long periods of highway cruising. It is a technical route that rewards drivers who prefer local scenery over high-speed transit.
Only 17% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
42 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 13.5 mi on Pittsburgh Road.
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 32.8 miles in near PA 8; PA 356 / South Main Street.
Driving Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 65.7 miles you will encounter 14 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 32.8 miles (PA 8; PA 356 / South Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 60.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 64.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Easton is one of three cities, along with Allentown and Bethlehem, that are the urban population centers of the Lehigh Valley in eastern Pennsylvania. In the Lehigh Valley, Easton borders the Delaware River and Phillipsburg, New Jersey to its east and Bethlehem to its southwest. The city lies in the center of the highly populated Northeast megalopolis region of the U.S., 2 miles (3.2 km) west of the Skylands and New Jersey state line, 72 miles (116 km) west of New York City and 77 miles (124 km) north of Philadelphia.
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.
Top landmarks
•Carnegie Museum of Natural History — natural history museum in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
•Allegheny Observatory — historic observatory of the University of Pittsburgh
•Carnegie Museum of Art — museum in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 56m. Total distance: 65.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 13.5 miles on Pittsburgh Road. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 32.8 miles (PA 8; PA 356 / South Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 60.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 64.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Pittsburgh, PA before heading back.
