Origin
Freedom, PA
Late night in Freedom on Sunday
Local time
12:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Freedom, 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
42m
Distance
24.7 mi
40 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 39m
★
6 AM
0h 43m
8 AM
0h 50m
10 AM
0h 45m
12 PM
0h 44m
3 PM
0h 45m
5 PM
0h 49m
8 PM
0h 40m
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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Pittsburgh, PA
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Trip Overview
This short 24.7-mile drive from Freedom, PA, to Pittsburgh, PA, is easily manageable within a single day, taking approximately 42 minutes. With no highway driving, expect a more local, turn-heavy experience. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $4, making it an economical option. Since both the origin and destination are within the Northeast region of Pennsylvania, you won't be crossing any major regional boundaries. This route is ideal for a quick excursion or a convenient way to reach your destination without the complexities of a multi-day journey.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio River Boulevard | 22.3 mi | 36m |
| Fort Pitt Boulevard | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Grant Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| 3rd Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Fort Duquesne Bridge | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 9th Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| 6th Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Ohio River Boulevard
— 22.3 mi, about 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Freedom, PA and Pittsburgh, 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
22 mi
·
36 min
·
Ohio River Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
6
Keep slight right at fork
328 ft
·
6 sec
Toward I 279 South: Downtown Pittsburgh, Fort Pitt Bridge, Airport, Monroeville
7
Continue on this road
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
this road
Exit 1B-C
Toward US 19, PA 65: North Shore, Ohio River Boulevard
8
Continue on I 279
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Fort Duquesne Bridge
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward Downtown, Monroeville
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Toward Downtown Pittsburgh
Use the slight left lane.
11
Continue on Fort Pitt Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Fort Pitt Boulevard
12
Continue on Fort Pitt Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Fort Pitt Boulevard
Toward Grant Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
13
Turn left onto Grant Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Grant Street
Use the straight lane.
14
Arrive at destination
Grant Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 23.8 — 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
|
3rd Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto 3rd Avenue
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
5
0.7 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
PA 65 / Ohio River Boulevard
Merge onto PA 65 / Ohio River Boulevard
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
23 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 279 South: Downtown Pittsburgh, Fort Pitt Bridge, Airport, Monroeville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 279 South: Downtown Pittsburgh, Fort P...
8
23.6 mi into trip
|
~39m in
Take the exit toward Downtown, Monroeville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward Downtown, Monroeville
8
23.8 mi into trip
|
~40m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Downtown Pittsburgh
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward Downtown Pittsburgh
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.09 one way
$8.19 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $4.48 | $8.97 |
| premium | $4.93 | $4.79 | $9.58 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.45 | $10.91 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.4 | 0 | $2.59 | $1.19 |
| Efficient EV | 6.2 | 0 | $2.16 | $0.99 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.9 | 0 | $3.46 | $1.58 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
Late night in Pittsburgh on Sunday
Local time
12:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
42m 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?
Prepare for a route that's almost entirely local roads, with a 0% highway share. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 22.3 miles along Ohio River Boulevard, offering a good opportunity to settle in. This drive is characterized by frequent turns, so staying attentive to your navigation will be key. The road's personality is that of a turn-heavy local drive, meaning you'll be navigating through towns and varying speed limits rather than experiencing long, open stretches of highway.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 22.3 mi on Ohio River Boulevard.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
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
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 9 decision points packed into just 24.7 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 42m.
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 0.7 miles (PA 65 / Ohio River Boulevard): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 23 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Pittsburgh, PA, road signs point toward Airport and Monroeville.
Airport
23 mi in
|
~38m
Monroeville
23 mi in
|
~38m
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 42m. Total distance: 24.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
42m 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 22.3 miles on Ohio River Boulevard. 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 Pittsburgh, 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 0.7 miles (PA 65 / Ohio River Boulevard): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 23 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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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