Erie to Port Vue is 139.6 miles and takes about 2h 52m via Raymond P Shafer Highway, with a fuel budget near $23 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Pennsylvania, moving from the Northeast region towards its southwestern corner. Expect a local feel for much of this trip, which is best suited for a single day of travel. The route offers a straightforward journey without extensive detours, making it a practical choice for a quick transit between these two points.
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
69.8 miles from Erie, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 19m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Raymond P Shafer Highway
111.8 mi
2h 1m
Parkway North
11.4 mi
15m
East Carson Street
3.5 mi
7m
Mifflin Road
2.4 mi
5m
West 12th Street
2 mi
4m
Pittsburgh McKeesport Boulevard
1.2 mi
2m
Forbes Avenue
0.9 mi
1m
I 579
0.9 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Raymond P Shafer Highway
— 111.8 mi, about 2h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Erie, PA and Port Vue, PA.
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Start on State Street
0.4 mi·1 min·State Street
2
Turn right onto PA 5; PA 290
2.0 mi·4 min·West 12th Street
Use the straight lane.
3
Turn right onto Greengarden Boulevard
0.1 mi·23 sec·Greengarden Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Turn left onto West Bayfront Parkway
0.2 mi·20 sec·West Bayfront Parkway
5
Continue on I 79
112 mi·2 hr 1 min·Raymond P Shafer Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 279
11 mi·15 min·Parkway North
Exit 72Toward I 279: PittsburghUse the slight left / straight lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 579
0.9 mi·1 min·I 579
Toward I 579 South: Veterans BridgeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi·53 sec
Toward 7th Avenue, 6th AvenueUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork
502 ft·14 sec
Toward PPG Arena, 6th Avenue
10
Turn straight onto Bigelow Boulevard
224 ft·3 sec·Bigelow Boulevard
11
Turn slight left
157 ft·5 sec
Toward PPG ArenaUse the left / straight lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork
119 ft·4 sec
13
Turn straight onto Bigelow Boulevard
423 ft·9 sec·Bigelow Boulevard
14
Turn right onto Washington Place
0.3 mi·40 sec·Washington Place
15
Turn left onto Forbes Avenue
0.9 mi·1 min·Forbes Avenue
16
Turn right
0.2 mi·44 sec
Use the slight right lane.
17
Turn straight onto Birmingham Bridge
0.4 mi·56 sec·Birmingham Bridge
Use the left lane.
18
At end of road, turn left onto PA 837
3.5 mi·7 min·East Carson Street
Use the left lane.
19
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi·23 sec
Toward PA 885 South: Glass Run Road, Mifflin Road
20
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi·21 sec
Toward PA 885 South: Streets Run Road, Mifflin Road
21
Turn straight onto PA 885
2.4 mi·5 min·Mifflin Road
22
Turn straight onto Buttermilk Hollow Road
0.5 mi·42 sec·Buttermilk Hollow Road
23
Turn left onto Pittsburgh McKeesport Boulevard
1.2 mi·2 min·Pittsburgh McKeesport Boulevard
24
Continue on Yellow Belt
0.4 mi·35 sec·Richland Avenue
25
Continue on Yellow Belt
0.4 mi·31 sec·W.D. Mansfield Memorial Bridge
26
Keep slight left at fork onto Yellow Belt
0.7 mi·1 min·Yellow Belt
27
Turn right onto Rebecca Street
0.3 mi·48 sec·Rebecca Street
28
Turn left onto Washington Boulevard
0.2 mi·35 sec·Washington Boulevard
29
Continue on Romine Avenue
0.4 mi·1 min·Romine Avenue
30
Turn right onto Gumbert Street
0.1 mi·19 sec·Gumbert Street
31
Turn left onto Dersam Street
31 ft·1 sec·Dersam Street
32
Arrive at destination
Dersam Street
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of under 3 hours, this trip is easily manageable in a single day. Consider departing in the morning to take advantage of daylight and avoid potential rush hour traffic as you approach Port Vue. With one recommended stop, you can easily break up the journey for a quick break or fuel. Watch for the frequent turns, as this is a key characteristic of the route; keeping your navigation system active is advisable. The fuel cost is estimated at $23, so ensure your tank is adequately filled before you set off, especially given the local road nature of much of the drive.
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 69.8 miles from Erie, PA, or about 1h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 111.8 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 31 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 69.8 miles or 1h 19m 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 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Port Vue, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Erie, 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 Erie, PA
This is one driving day of about 139.6 miles and 2h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 31 miles from Erie, 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 111.8 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 21
5 decision points cluster between mile 114.5 and 132.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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114.5 mi into trip|~2h 7m in|I 279 / Parkway North
Keep slight left at fork onto I 279 / Parkway North toward I 279: Pittsburgh
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 72
Toward I 279: Pittsburgh
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125.9 mi into trip|~2h 23m in|I 579
Keep slight right at fork onto I 579 toward I 579 South: Veterans Bridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 579 South: Veterans Bridge
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126.8 mi into trip|~2h 25m 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
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129.2 mi into trip|~2h 30m in|PA 837 / East Carson Street
At end of road, turn left onto PA 837 / East Carson Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
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132.9 mi into trip|~2h 39m in
Keep slight right at fork toward PA 885 South: Streets Run Road, Mifflin Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward PA 885 South: Streets Run Road, Mifflin...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.14 one way
$46.29 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg49 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$25.35
$50.70
premium
$4.93
$27.07
$54.15
diesel
$5.61
$30.82
$61.64
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 48.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
41.9
0
$14.66
$6.70
Efficient EV
34.9
0
$12.21
$5.58
EV Truck/SUV
55.8
0
$19.54
$8.93
Gas CO2
49 kg
EV CO2
16 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Erie, PA
Late night
in Erie on Sunday
Local time
4:52 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Port Vue, PA
Late night
in Port Vue on Sunday
Local time
4:52 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°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
13 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
2h 52m 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?
This drive is characterized as a 'Turn-heavy local drive,' with only 9% of the route on highways. You'll spend most of your time navigating local roads, which means frequent turns and variable speed limits. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 111.8 miles on Raymond P Shafer Highway, indicating a significant portion where you'll be on this particular road before transitioning. Be prepared for the road to change character as you move through different towns and landscapes, requiring constant attention to navigation and road conditions.
Only 9% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
32 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 111.8 mi on Raymond P Shafer Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
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 114.5 miles in near I 279 / Parkway North.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 139.6 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 114.5 miles (I 279 / Parkway North): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 125.9 miles (I 579): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 126.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Erie, PA to Port Vue, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Ppg Arena along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 52m. Total distance: 139.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 111.8 miles on Raymond P Shafer Highway. 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 Port Vue, 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 114.5 miles (I 279 / Parkway North): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 125.9 miles (I 579): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 126.8 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 Port Vue, PA before heading back.
