Fountain Hill, PA to McMurray, PA is 291.6 miles and takes about 5h 57m via Pennsylvania Turnpike, I 78, and I 81, with a fuel budget near $48 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This all-day drive primarily stays within Pennsylvania, making it a straightforward trip for those looking to move between the Northeast regions of the state. Expect a highly focused highway experience for most of the journey. Given the roughly 6-hour drive time and the single recommended stop, this route is well-suited for a one-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay.
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
145.8 miles from Fountain Hill, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 58m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike
151.8 mi
2h 47m
I 78
56.4 mi
1h 8m
I 81
36.6 mi
44m
I 70
15.2 mi
21m
Mon/Fayette Expressway
8 mi
8m
Bebout Road
2.9 mi
6m
Emmaus Avenue
2.2 mi
3m
Monogahela Avenue
1.8 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 151.8 mi, about 2h 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fountain Hill, PA and McMurray, PA.
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Start on Broadway
1.0 mi·1 min·Broadway
2
Keep slight left at fork onto Broadway
152 ft·5 sec·Broadway
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on Emmaus Avenue
2.2 mi·3 min·Emmaus Avenue
4
Continue on Emaus Avenue
1.4 mi·2 min·Emaus Avenue
5
Turn right onto Mack Boulevard
0.1 mi·25 sec·Mack Boulevard
6
Turn left onto Devonshire Road
0.2 mi·38 sec·Devonshire Road
7
Continue on Downyflake Lane
0.3 mi·48 sec·Downyflake Lane
8
Turn left onto Lehigh Street
0.4 mi·50 sec·Lehigh Street
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi·56 sec
Toward I 78 West, PA 309 North: Harrisburg, Tamaqua
10
Merge onto I 78; PA 309
3.1 mi·4 min·I 78; PA 309
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 78
53 mi·1 hr 3 min·I 78
Toward I 78 West: HarrisburgUse the straight lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi·49 sec
Exit 1BToward I 81 South: Harrisburg
13
Merge onto I 81
37 mi·44 min·I 81
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi·48 sec
Exit 52Toward US 11: New Kingstown, MiddlesexUse the slight right lane.
15
Keep slight right at fork
201 ft·7 sec
Toward US 11 SouthUse the right lane.
16
Merge onto US 11
1.0 mi·2 min·Harrisburg Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 76, PATP
18
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·37 sec
Toward I 76 West: PittsburghUse the slight right lane.
19
Merge onto I 76; PATP
152 mi·2 hr 47 min·Pennsylvania Turnpike
20
Take the exit onto I 70
0.4 mi·54 sec·I 70
Toward I 70 West, US 119, PA Turnpike 66 Toll: Greensburg, Wheeling WV, New StantonUse the slight right lane.
21
Keep slight right at fork onto I 70
15 mi·20 min·I 70
Toward I 70 West: New Stanton, Washington PA, Wheeling WV, Columbus OH
22
Take the exit
0.1 mi·20 sec
Toward PA 201, PA 837: Donora, Fayette City
23
Turn slight right onto PA 201
440 ft·7 sec·Rostraver Road
24
Turn slight left onto Vance Deicas Highway
1.7 mi·2 min·Vance Deicas Highway
25
Continue on Donora-Monessen Bridge
0.4 mi·34 sec·Donora-Monessen Bridge
26
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·33 sec
27
Turn straight onto PA 837
1.2 mi·2 min·McKean Avenue
28
Turn left onto PA 837
1.8 mi·2 min·Monogahela Avenue
29
Turn left onto PA 88
0.5 mi·48 sec·Country Club Road
30
Turn right onto Coyle Curtin Road
0.9 mi·1 min·Coyle Curtin Road
31
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·1 min
32
Merge onto PA Tpke 43
8.0 mi·8 min·Mon/Fayette Expressway
33
Take the exit
0.4 mi·59 sec
Exit 48Toward West Elizabeth, Finleyville
34
Turn left onto Finleyville Elrama Road
0.8 mi·1 min·Finleyville Elrama Road
35
Continue on Washington Avenue
0.3 mi·41 sec·Washington Avenue
36
At end of road, turn left onto PA 88
0.3 mi·51 sec·Washington Avenue
37
Continue on Rankintown Road
0.5 mi·1 min·Rankintown Road
38
Continue on Venetia Road
1.5 mi·3 min·Venetia Road
39
Turn right onto Bebout Road
2.9 mi·6 min·Bebout Road
40
Enter roundabout onto Valley Brook Road
184 ft·5 sec·Valley Brook Road
41
Continue on Valley Brook Road
0.6 mi·1 min·Valley Brook Road
42
Turn left onto East McMurray Road
458 ft·26 sec·East McMurray Road
43
Turn left onto Thomas Road
52 ft·2 sec·Thomas Road
44
Arrive at destination
Thomas Road
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 5h 57m drive, consider leaving early in the morning to avoid potential afternoon traffic, especially on the Pennsylvania Turnpike. With only one recommended stop and a longest stretch of 151.8 miles, you can plan for a single break to refuel and stretch. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as highway services can sometimes be spaced out. The $48 fuel cost estimate is helpful for budgeting, but it's always wise to have a little extra on hand. Since this is a manageable one-day trip, you have the flexibility to adjust your departure time based on your schedule.
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 145.8 miles from Fountain Hill, PA, or about 2h 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 151.8 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 64 miles or 1h 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 145.8 miles or 2h 58m 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 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near McMurray, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Fountain Hill, 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 Fountain Hill, PA
This is one driving day of about 291.6 miles and 5h 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 64 miles from Fountain Hill, 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 151.8 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 29
5 decision points cluster between mile 9.2 and 253.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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9.2 mi into trip|~16m in|I 78
Keep slight left at fork onto I 78 toward I 78 West: Harrisburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 78 West: Harrisburg
8
99.8 mi into trip|~2h 4m in
Take the exit toward US 11: New Kingstown, Middlesex
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 52
Toward US 11: New Kingstown, Middlesex
8
100 mi into trip|~2h 5m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 11 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward US 11 South
7
101.5 mi into trip|~2h 9m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 76 West: Pittsburgh
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 76 West: Pittsburgh
7
253.5 mi into trip|~4h 57m in|I 70
Take the exit onto I 70 toward I 70 West, US 119, PA Turnpike 66 Toll: Greensburg, Wheeling WV, New Stanton
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 70 West, US 119, PA Turnpike 66 Toll:...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$48.34 one way
$96.69 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg102 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$52.95
$105.89
premium
$4.93
$56.55
$113.10
diesel
$5.61
$64.38
$128.76
Estimated Tolls: $20.29
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(151.8 mi)$19.73
Mon/Fayette Expressway
(8 mi)$0.56
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
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$94–$119
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 102 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $31 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
87.5
1
$30.62
$14.00
Efficient EV
72.9
0
$25.52
$11.66
EV Truck/SUV
116.6
1
$40.82
$18.66
Gas CO2
102 kg
EV CO2
34 kg (67% 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
Fountain Hill, PA
Late night
in Fountain Hill on Sunday
Local time
5:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
McMurray, PA
Late night
in McMurray on Sunday
Local time
5:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
54°F
Hancock, MD
146 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
17 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
5h 57m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Appalachian National Scenic Trail
National Scenic Trail
The Appalachian Trail is a 2,190+ mile long public footpath that traverses the scenic, wooded, pastoral, wild, and culturally resonant lands of the Appalachian Mountains. Conceived in 1921, built by p...
3 mi from route
~8 min detour
Free
near mile 60.3
Park Closure: List of trail closures post-Hurricane Helene
Caution: Black Bears Frequenting the McAfee Knob Area in Virginia
Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument
National Monument
More than 7,800 children from 140 Tribes went to the Carlisle School from 1879 to 1918. The National Park Service will collaborate with families, affiliated Tribal Nations, the US Army, historians, an...
3 mi from route
~7 min detour
Free
near mile 100.5
On Tuesday morning, September 11, 2001, the U.S. came under attack when four commercial airliners were hijacked and used to strike targets on the ground. Nearly 3,000 people tragically lost their live...
6 mi from route
~15 min detour
Free
near mile 211.1
The battle at Fort Necessity in the summer of 1754 was the opening action of the French and Indian War. This war was a clash of British, French and American Indian cultures. It ended with the removal...
24 mi from route
~61 min detour
Free
near mile 241.3
The South Fork Dam failed on Friday, May 31, 1889, and unleashed 20,000,000 tons of water that devastated Johnstown, PA. The flood killed 2,209 people but it brought the nation and the world together...
24 mi from route
~60 min detour
Free
near mile 191
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is heavily highway-focused, with 92% of the drive taking place on major interstates. You'll be covering a significant distance on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, including one stretch that lasts for 151.8 miles. Expect a consistent pace for the majority of your travel, as the main roads are designed for efficient, high-speed transit. While largely a straight shot, be prepared for the dynamic nature of the turnpike and interstates as you navigate the varying traffic and speed limits across the state.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 44 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Pennsylvania Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 151.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and I 78. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 9.2 miles in near I 78.
Driving Effort10/10
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 29 significant decision points across 291.6 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 9.2 miles (I 78): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 99.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 100 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Fountain Hill, PA and McMurray, PA, road signs point toward Middlesex, Patp, Pa Turnpike 66 Toll: Greensburg, Wheeling, New Stanton and Washington - among others.
Middlesex
99.8 mi in|~2h 4m
Patp
101.1 mi in|~2h 8m
Pa Turnpike 66 Toll: Greensburg
253.5 mi in|~4h 57m|via I 70
Wheeling
253.5 mi in|~4h 57m|via I 70
New Stanton
253.5 mi in|~4h 57m|via I 70
Washington
254 mi in|~4h 58m|via I 70
Columbus
254 mi in|~4h 58m|via I 70
Fayette City
268.8 mi in|~5h 18m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 57m. Total distance: 291.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Fountain Hill, PA to McMurray, PA covers 291.6 miles and takes about 5h 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike, I 78, I 81. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 145.8 miles from Fountain Hill, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $48.34 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 29 significant decision points across 291.6 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 9.2 miles (I 78): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 99.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 100 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Fountain Hill, PA and McMurray, PA, road signs point toward Middlesex, Patp, Pa Turnpike 66 Toll: Greensburg, Wheeling, New Stanton and Washington - among others.
