Trip from Folcroft, 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

4h 51m

Distance

312.6 mi

503 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$52

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 41 min

4 AM

4h 38m ★

6 AM

4h 52m

8 AM

5h 19m

10 AM

5h 1m

12 PM

4h 59m

3 PM

5h 3m

5 PM

5h 17m

8 PM

4h 44m

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

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Folcroft, PA

city and county seat in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Pittsburgh, PA

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Trip Overview

Embark on a 312.6-mile journey from Folcroft, PA, to Pittsburgh, PA, a drive that typically takes around 4 hours and 51 minutes. This route is best tackled in a single day, making it a convenient option for a quick trip. You'll be navigating primarily on local roads, with a significant portion involving turns, so factor in a bit more time for navigation. With a fuel cost estimated at $52, it's an economical option. The drive stays within the Northeast region, offering a consistent feel throughout your travels.

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

156.3 miles from Folcroft, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 25m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
South Avenue	—	—
West South Avenue	—	—
Macdade Boulevard	—	—
Kedron Avenue	—	—
Woodland Avenue	—	—
Sproul Road	—	—
Springfield Road	—	—
West Chester Pike	—	—

Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.

Longest stretch: South Avenue — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Folcroft, PA and Pittsburgh, PA.

Start on Delmar Drive

0.4 mi · 1 min · Delmar Drive

Continue on South Avenue

0.5 mi · 1 min · South Avenue

Continue on West South Avenue

0.6 mi · 1 min · West South Avenue

Turn left onto Macdade Boulevard

0.8 mi · 1 min · Macdade Boulevard

Turn right onto Kedron Avenue

1.1 mi · 1 min · Kedron Avenue

Continue on Woodland Avenue

2.3 mi · 5 min · Woodland Avenue

Turn right onto Sproul Road

3.0 mi · 6 min · Sproul Road

Turn straight onto Springfield Road

0.8 mi · 1 min · Springfield Road

Turn left onto West Chester Pike

1.5 mi · 3 min · West Chester Pike

Turn right onto Newtown Street Road

1.6 mi · 2 min · Newtown Street Road

Continue on Darby Paoli Road

3.7 mi · 6 min · Darby Paoli Road

Turn left onto Darby Road

0.8 mi · 1 min · Darby Road

At the end of the road, turn left onto East Lancaster Avenue

2.1 mi · 4 min · East Lancaster Avenue

Turn right onto South Morehall Road

0.7 mi · 1 min · South Morehall Road

Continue on North Morehall Road

1.3 mi · 2 min · North Morehall Road

Take the ramp right toward PATP Toll, I 76 Toll: Valley Forge, Harrisburg

0.4 mi · 45 sec · PATP Toll, I 76 Toll: Valley Forge, Harrisburg

Keep slight left to continue on I 76 Toll West: Harrisburg

0.6 mi · 1 min · I 76 Toll West: Harrisburg

Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike

264 mi · 4 hr 47 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike

Take the exit slight right toward I 376 West, US 22: Pittsburgh, Monroeville

0.6 mi · 2 min · I 376 West, US 22: Pittsburgh, Monroeville

Keep slight left to continue on US 22 Business, I 376 West, US 22 West: Monroeville, Pittsburgh

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

Keep slight right to continue on I 376 West, US 22 West: Pittsburgh

354 ft · 9 sec · I 376 West, US 22 West: Pittsburgh

Merge slight right onto Penn-Lincoln Parkway East

13 mi · 18 min · Penn-Lincoln Parkway East

Take the exit slight right toward Second Avenue

0.2 mi · 39 sec · Second Avenue

Turn straight onto Second Avenue

0.3 mi · 42 sec · Second Avenue

At the end of the road, turn right onto Ross Street

0.2 mi · 32 sec · Ross Street

Turn left onto Fifth Avenue

351 ft · 10 sec · Fifth Avenue

Turn right onto Grant Street

515 ft · 22 sec · Grant Street

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

Given the 4-hour 51-minute duration and local road nature, consider leaving Folcroft in the morning to arrive in Pittsburgh by mid-afternoon. This allows ample time to settle in without feeling rushed. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as local roads can sometimes have fewer services than major highways, and plan your refueling accordingly. A practical tip for this specific route is to download offline maps, as the frequent turns on local roads can sometimes be disorienting.

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 156.3 miles from Folcroft, PA, or about 2h 25m into the drive.

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 69 miles or 1h 4m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 156.3 miles or 2h 25m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 59m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Folcroft, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Folcroft, PA

This is one driving day of about 312.6 miles and 4h 51m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 69 miles from Folcroft, 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.

Where to Stop

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

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Hancock, MD

156 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

Elkton, MD

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 69 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Hancock, MD

Meal break

The midpoint is around 156.3 miles from Folcroft, 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.

Nearby Places

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

Top Restaurant

Primanti Bros. Restaurant and Bar

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 312.6

Hours: 10:30 am–12 pm

+14122611599

Visit website

Kiku Japanese Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

0.7 mi

Grand Concourse

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

0.7 mi

Primanti Bros. Restaurant and Bar

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 312.6

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 10:30 am–12 pm

+14122611599

Visit website

Kiku Japanese Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $20 to $30 mile 312.6

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 12–2 pm

+14127653200

Visit website

Grand Concourse

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour Expensive mile 312.6

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11:30 am–9:30 pm

+14122611717

Visit website

Primanti Bros. Restaurant and Bar

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 312.6

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 8 am–12 pm

+14122632142

Visit website

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 290.2

North Huntingdon, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 312.6

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

2.3 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 245.6

Somerset, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Blink Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 245.6

Somerset, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Wharton Esherick Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 22.3

Malvern, Pennsylvania

+16106445822

Visit website

Taylor Memorial Arboretum

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour

Wallingford, Pennsylvania

Hours: 9 am–4 pm

+16108762649

Visit website

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$51.83 one way

$103.65 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 109 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.61	$56.76	$113.52
premium	$4.93	$60.62	$121.25
diesel	$5.61	$69.02	$138.04

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$52

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$77–$102

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 109.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $33 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	93.8	1	$32.82	$15.00
Efficient EV	78.2	0	$27.35	$12.50
EV Truck/SUV	125	1	$43.76	$20.01

Gas CO2

109 kg

EV CO2

37 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 15, 2026

Origin

Folcroft, PA

Late night in Folcroft on Sunday

Local time

3:34 AM

EDT

Current temp

49°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Pittsburgh, PA

Late night in Pittsburgh on Sunday

Local time

3:34 AM

EDT

Current temp

73°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

54°F

Hancock, MD

156 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

24 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

4h 51m 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?

This route is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive' with a 0% highway share. Expect to be actively engaged with frequent turns and adjustments as you make your way across Pennsylvania. The main roads you'll follow include South Avenue, West South Avenue, and Macdade Boulevard. Without any long highway stretches, your longest uninterrupted drive segment will be relatively short, requiring consistent attention to your surroundings and navigation.

Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.

28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Main road: South Avenue.

How Hard Is This Drive?

3/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.

Driving Effort 3/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 4h 51m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Folcroft, PA to Pittsburgh, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

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 4h 51m. Total distance: 312.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 51m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

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.

Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Folcroft, PA to Pittsburgh, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Possible but tiring. At 4.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Pittsburgh, PA, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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Trip from Folcroft, PA to Pittsburgh, PA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

Primanti Bros. Restaurant and Bar

Primanti Bros. Restaurant and Bar

Kiku Japanese Restaurant

Grand Concourse

Primanti Bros. Restaurant and Bar

J & J's Family Restaurant & Catering

Cambod-Ican Kitchen Restaurant

KAVSAR RESTAURANT

La Tavola Italiana Restaurant

Orbis Caffe

Tesla Supercharger

Autel Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

ChargeSmart EV Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

Cochran Charging Station

EV Connect Charging Station

Blink Charging Station

Wharton Esherick Museum

Taylor Memorial Arboretum

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Folcroft, PA

Pittsburgh, PA

Same local time

24 degrees warmer at arrival

4h 51m on the road

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

About the Cities

Arriving in Pittsburgh, PA

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there rest areas on this route?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

How this page is built

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