Origin
Freedom, PA
Late night in Freedom on Tuesday
Local time
5:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Freedom, PA to McMurray, 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
59m
Distance
42.1 mi
68 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Good
7 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 55m
★
6 AM
1h 0m
8 AM
1h 10m
10 AM
1h 3m
12 PM
1h 2m
3 PM
1h 4m
5 PM
1h 9m
8 PM
0h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Freedom, PA
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McMurray, PA
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Trip Overview
This 42.1-mile drive from Freedom, PA to McMurray, PA is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 59 minutes to complete. You'll navigate using a combination of the Southern Beltway, Ohio River Boulevard, and Airport Expressway, with about 12% of the journey on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $7. This journey stays within the Northeast region of Pennsylvania, offering a straightforward local commute rather than an extended exploration. It's a practical option for a quick transfer or a short excursion without the need for overnight stays.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Southern Beltway | 18.4 mi | 20m |
| Ohio River Boulevard | 5.4 mi | 6m |
| Airport Expressway | 2.7 mi | 2m |
| Georgetown Road | 2.6 mi | 5m |
| Valley Brook Road | 2.4 mi | 5m |
| Beaver Valley Expressway | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Gringo Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Laurel Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Southern Beltway
— 18.4 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Freedom, PA and McMurray, PA.
1
Start on 6th Avenue
11 ft
·
1 sec
·
6th Avenue
2
Turn right onto 9th Street
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
9th Street
3
At end of road, turn left onto 3rd Avenue
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
3rd Avenue
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
5
Merge onto PA 65
5.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Ohio River Boulevard
6
Turn left onto Merchant Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Merchant Street
Use the left lane.
7
Turn right onto 11th Street
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
11th Street
8
Continue on Ambridge Woodlawn Bridge
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Ambridge Woodlawn Bridge
9
At end of road, turn left onto PA 51
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Constitution Boulevard
10
Continue on PA 51
0.4 mi
·
28 sec
·
North Jordan Road
11
Continue on PA 51
0.5 mi
·
42 sec
·
Jordan Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
12
Turn right onto PA 151
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Laurel Road
13
Turn left onto PA 151
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Gringo Road
14
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
15
Merge onto I 376
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Beaver Valley Expressway
16
Keep slight left at fork onto I 376
2.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Airport Expressway
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 53
Toward PA Turnpike 576 East: Pittsburgh International Airport, Washington
Use the slight right lane.
18
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward PA Turnpike 576 East: Washington
Use the slight right lane.
19
Continue on PA Tpke 576
18 mi
·
20 min
·
Southern Beltway
20
Keep slight left at fork
342 ft
·
8 sec
Toward Morganza Road
21
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
this road
Exit 19
Toward Morganza Road
22
Turn right onto Morganza Road
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
Morganza Road
Use the right lane.
23
Turn left onto Georgetown Road
2.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Georgetown Road
24
Continue on Valley Brook Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Valley Brook Road
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
25
Continue on Valley Brook Road
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Valley Brook Road
Use the right lane.
26
Turn right onto East McMurray Road
420 ft
·
16 sec
·
East McMurray Road
27
Turn left onto Thomas Road
52 ft
·
2 sec
·
Thomas Road
28
Arrive at destination
Thomas Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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
Municipality of Bethel Park, PA
Fuel and coffeeA short stop after about 42 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21 miles from Freedom, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 185 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 36.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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3rd Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto 3rd Avenue
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
5
6.1 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
Merchant Street
Turn left onto Merchant Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
17.1 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Take the exit toward PA Turnpike 576 East: Pittsburgh International Airport, Washington
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 53
Toward PA Turnpike 576 East: Pittsburgh Interna...
7
17.3 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Keep slight right at fork toward PA Turnpike 576 East: Washington
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward PA Turnpike 576 East: Washington
5
36.4 mi into trip
|
~47m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Morganza Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward Morganza Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.98 one way
$13.96 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $7.64 | $15.29 |
| premium | $4.93 | $8.16 | $16.33 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.30 | $18.59 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.29
Southern Beltway
(18.4 mi)
$1.29
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Tolls
$1
Total
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.6 | 0 | $4.42 | $2.02 |
| Efficient EV | 10.5 | 0 | $3.68 | $1.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.8 | 0 | $5.89 | $2.69 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
McMurray, PA
Late night in McMurray on Tuesday
Local time
5:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
68°F
Moon, PA
21 mi in
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
1 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
59m 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 on this route, suggesting a more engaging experience than a simple interstate cruise. While 12% of the drive utilizes highways, much of it will involve navigating local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 18.4 miles on the Southern Beltway, providing a brief period of more consistent speed. As you transition between the Southern Beltway, Ohio River Boulevard, and Airport Expressway, be prepared for varied driving conditions and a dynamic road personality.
Only 12% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 18.4 mi on Southern Beltway.
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 0.1 miles in near 3rd Avenue.
Driving Effort
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 18 decision points packed into just 42.1 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 59m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (3rd Avenue): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 6.1 miles (Merchant Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 17.1 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Freedom, PA and McMurray, PA, road signs point toward Pa Turnpike 576 East: Pittsburgh International Airport, Washington and Pa Turnpike 576 East: Washington.
Pa Turnpike 576 East: Pittsburgh International Airport
17.1 mi in
|
~25m
Washington
17.1 mi in
|
~25m
Pa Turnpike 576 East: Washington
17.3 mi in
|
~25m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 59m. Total distance: 42.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 18.4 miles on Southern Beltway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.29 in tolls one way, starting with Southern Beltway. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
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 McMurray, 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 0.1 miles (3rd Avenue): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 6.1 miles (Merchant Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 17.1 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 McMurray, 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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