Origin
Elizabeth, PA
Morning in Elizabeth on Tuesday
Local time
11:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Elizabeth, PA to Pittsburgh, PA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
31m
Distance
16 mi
26 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 29m
★
6 AM
0h 32m
8 AM
0h 37m
10 AM
0h 34m
12 PM
0h 33m
3 PM
0h 34m
5 PM
0h 37m
8 PM
0h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Elizabeth, PA
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Pittsburgh, PA
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Trip Overview
If you are traveling from Elizabeth to Pittsburgh, you are looking at a quick 16-mile journey that typically takes about 31 minutes. Because this is a short, local connection within Pennsylvania, it serves perfectly as a simple day trip that requires no overnight stops. Budgeting approximately $3 for fuel should be plenty to cover the distance, leaving you with minimal overhead for this transit. Navigating the connection requires you to transition from local roads onto Hayden Boulevard and Saw Mill Run Boulevard before heading through the Liberty Tunnels. This straightforward route is ideal for those needing to get between the two points efficiently without the complexity of a long-haul itinerary.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Hayden Boulevard | 9.7 mi | 18m |
| Saw Mill Run Boulevard | 3.5 mi | 7m |
| Liberty Tunnels | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Liberty Bridge | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| South 3rd Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Crosstown Boulevard | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Fifth Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Grant Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Hayden Boulevard
— 9.7 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elizabeth, PA and Pittsburgh, PA.
1
Start on Center Avenue
167 ft
·
4 sec
·
Center Avenue
2
Turn right onto South 3rd Avenue
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
South 3rd Avenue
3
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
4
Merge onto PA 51
9.7 mi
·
18 min
·
Hayden Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Continue on 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 75 decision points cluster between mile 0.5 and 15.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
PA 51 / Hayden Boulevard
Merge onto PA 51 / Hayden Boulevard
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
13.7 mi into trip
|
~27m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
13.8 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
Liberty Tunnels
Turn right onto Liberty Tunnels
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
15.8 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
Fifth Avenue
Turn left onto Fifth Avenue
Navigation decision point
7
15.9 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
Grant Street
Turn right onto Grant Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.65 one way
$5.31 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $2.91 | $5.81 |
| premium | $4.93 | $3.10 | $6.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.53 | $7.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.8 | 0 | $1.68 | $0.77 |
| Efficient EV | 4 | 0 | $1.40 | $0.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.4 | 0 | $2.24 | $1.02 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Morning in Pittsburgh on Tuesday
Local time
11:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°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
2 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
31m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as this route features zero percent highway travel. You will spend the bulk of your time navigating local thoroughfares, with your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 9.7 miles along Hayden Boulevard. The personality of this drive is defined by its urban transition, shifting from the suburban feel of Elizabeth into the denser traffic patterns approaching Pittsburgh. Since you will be maneuvering through the Liberty Tunnels, stay alert and prepare for the unique rhythm of city-bound traffic. It is a practical, utilitarian drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel due to the constant turns rather than monotonous highway miles.
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: 9.7 mi on Hayden 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 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near PA 51 / Hayden Boulevard.
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 16 miles you will encounter 7 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 0.5 miles (PA 51 / Hayden Boulevard): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 13.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 13.8 miles (Liberty Tunnels): Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving in Pittsburgh, PA
Full guide →Founded 1758
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
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 31m. Total distance: 16 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
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 9.7 miles on Hayden 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 0.5 miles (PA 51 / Hayden Boulevard): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 13.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 13.8 miles (Liberty Tunnels): 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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