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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 59m

Distance

185.3 mi

298 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$31

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min
4 AM
3h 47m ★
6 AM
4h 0m
8 AM
4h 26m
10 AM
4h 9m
12 PM
4h 6m
3 PM
4h 10m
5 PM
4h 24m
8 PM
3h 52m

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

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borough and the county seat of Adams County in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania

Gettysburg, PA

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

Pittsburgh, PA

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Trip Overview

Traveling from Gettysburg to Pittsburgh covers 185.3 miles, a journey that typically takes about 3 hours and 59 minutes. Because of the manageable duration, this trip works perfectly as a single-day excursion, though you should budget approximately $31 for fuel. Your path primarily follows the Pennsylvania Turnpike, Lincoln Way East, and the Lincoln Highway. Since both cities are located within the Northeast, you will remain within the same regional climate and cultural landscape throughout the drive. It is a straightforward route that bridges the historic charm of Gettysburg with the industrial and urban energy of Pittsburgh. Whether you are heading west for business or a change of scenery, this highway-focused drive offers a reliable way to cross the state.

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

92.6 miles from Gettysburg, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 11m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike 104.9 mi 1h 54m
Lincoln Way East 24.5 mi 40m
Lincoln Highway 20.8 mi 29m
Chambersburg Road 13.4 mi 20m
Penn-Lincoln Parkway East 13.2 mi 18m
Lincoln Way West 4.1 mi 5m
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway 1.5 mi 2m
Buford Avenue 0.5 mi 1m
Longest stretch: Pennsylvania Turnpike — 104.9 mi, about 1h 54m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on US 30; US 15 Business; PA 116

129 ft · 5 sec · Lincoln Square
2

Continue on US 30

0.3 mi · 57 sec · Chambersburg Street
3

Continue on US 30

0.5 mi · 1 min · Buford Avenue
4

Continue on US 30

13 mi · 20 min · Chambersburg Road
Use the straight lane.
5

Continue on US 30

11 mi · 18 min · Lincoln Way East
Use the straight / right lanes.
6

Keep slight right at fork onto US 30

14 mi · 21 min · Lincoln Way East
7

Continue on US 30

4.1 mi · 5 min · Lincoln Way West
8

Continue on US 30

21 mi · 29 min · Lincoln Highway
9

Take the exit

362 ft · 9 sec
Toward I 70 West, I 76: Turnpike
10

Continue on I 70

1.5 mi · 2 min · Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
11

Keep slight right at fork onto I 70

0.4 mi · 46 sec · I 70
Toward I 70 West, I 76 West: Pittsburgh
12

Merge onto I 70; I 76; PATP

105 mi · 1 hr 54 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike
13

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 2 min
Exit 57 Toward I 376 West, US 22: Pittsburgh, Monroeville Use the slight right lane.
14

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 23 sec
Toward US 22 Business, I 376 West, US 22 West: Monroeville, Pittsburgh
15

Keep slight right at fork

353 ft · 8 sec
Toward I 376 West, US 22 West: Pittsburgh
16

Merge onto I 376; US 22

13 mi · 18 min · Penn-Lincoln Parkway East
Use the slight left lane.
17

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 38 sec
Exit 71B Toward Second Avenue Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18

Turn straight onto Second Avenue

0.3 mi · 41 sec · Second Avenue
19

At end of road, turn right onto Ross Street

0.2 mi · 32 sec · Ross Street
20

Turn left onto Fifth Avenue

352 ft · 10 sec · Fifth Avenue
21

Turn right onto Grant Street

513 ft · 21 sec · Grant Street
Use the right lane.
22

Arrive at destination

Grant Street

Trip Plan

Since this trip is roughly four hours long, aim to depart early in the morning to avoid potential traffic delays as you approach the Pittsburgh metro area. You only need to plan for one major stop to refuel and stretch your legs, which keeps your schedule flexible throughout the day. Keep in mind that the Pennsylvania Turnpike is a toll-based road, so ensure your payment method is ready before you hit the longest 104.9-mile stretch. Because the drive is relatively short, you have the advantage of reaching your destination by the afternoon, leaving plenty of time to settle into Pittsburgh. Always monitor your fuel levels before merging onto the Turnpike to avoid unnecessary stops during your most consistent driving blocks.

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 92.6 miles from Gettysburg, PA, or about 2h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 104.9 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 41 miles or 1h 6m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 92.6 miles or 2h 11m 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 16m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Gettysburg, 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 Gettysburg, PA

This is one driving day of about 185.3 miles and 3h 59m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 miles from Gettysburg, 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 104.9 miles.

Where to Stop

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

borough of Pennsylvania

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Martinsburg, PA

93 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

Metal, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

King, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 92.6 miles from Gettysburg, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Pennsylvania Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 104.9 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop · home stretch

Primanti Bros. Restaurant and Bar

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch · 0min to go 0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 10:30 am–12 pm

+14122611599

Visit website

Kiku Japanese Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

0.7 mi

Esta Esta Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Monroeville, Pennsylvania

0.5 mi

Primanti Bros. Restaurant and Bar

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 10:30 am–12 pm

+14122611599

Visit website

Kiku Japanese Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $20 to $30

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 12–2 pm

+14127653200

Visit website

Esta Esta Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30

Monroeville, Pennsylvania

Hours: 4:30–9 pm

+14123724414

Visit website

Grand Concourse

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour Expensive

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

Home stretch 0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 8 am–12 pm

+14122632142

Visit website

J & J's Family Restaurant & Catering

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 1 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+14123811822

Cambod-Ican Kitchen Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 5:30 pm–2 am

+14123816199

Visit website

KAVSAR RESTAURANT

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1 mi from route ~3 min detour Moderately

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 4–9:30 pm

+14124888708

Visit website

Orbis Caffe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

Home stretch 4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour $1 to $10

Pittsburgh, PA

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+14125631220

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1 mi from route ~3 min detour

North Huntingdon, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargeSmart EV Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Adamsburg, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887174544

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour

Monroeville, Pennsylvania

+18774943833

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour

North Huntingdon, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour

Monroeville, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour

Monroeville, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour

Monroeville, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Final third 2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour

Somerset, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

David Wills House

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0 mi from route

Gettysburg, Pennsylvania

Hours: Closed

+17173342499

Visit website

Jennie Wade House Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Gettysburg, Pennsylvania

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+17173344100

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 13

5 decision points cluster between mile 63.6 and 185.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
63.6 mi into trip | ~1h 38m in

Take the exit toward I 70 West, I 76: Turnpike

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 70 West, I 76: Turnpike
8
170.4 mi into trip | ~3h 36m in

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

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 57 Toward I 376 West, US 22: Pittsburgh, Monroevil...
7
171.2 mi into trip | ~3h 39m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 376 West, US 22 West: Pittsburgh

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 376 West, US 22 West: Pittsburgh
7
184.5 mi into trip | ~3h 57m in

Take the exit toward Second Avenue

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 71B Toward Second Avenue
7
185.2 mi into trip | ~3h 59m in | Grant Street

Turn right onto Grant Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$30.72 one way

$61.44 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 65 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $33.65 $67.29
premium $4.93 $35.94 $71.87
diesel $5.61 $40.91 $81.82

Estimated Tolls: $13.64

Pennsylvania Turnpike (104.9 mi) $13.64

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

$31

Tolls

$14

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$69–$94

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 64.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 55.6 0 $19.46 $8.89
Efficient EV 46.3 0 $16.21 $7.41
EV Truck/SUV 74.1 0 $25.94 $11.86

Gas CO2

65 kg

EV CO2

22 kg (66% 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 20, 2026

Origin

Gettysburg, PA

Morning in Gettysburg on Tuesday

Local time

8:04 AM

EDT

Current temp

64°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Pittsburgh, PA

Morning in Pittsburgh on Tuesday

Local time

8:04 AM

EDT

Current temp

69°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

46°F

Martinsburg, PA

93 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

5 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

3h 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 trip defined by high-speed efficiency, as 64% of your travel takes place on major highways. The longest uninterrupted segment occurs on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, where you will spend 104.9 miles cruising along the interstate. While the initial stretches utilize local roads like Lincoln Way East, the experience quickly shifts into a more standard highway-focused rhythm. You will find that the road transitions from smaller thoroughfares to a steady, fast-paced interstate environment that dominates the majority of your time behind the wheel. Prepare for a consistent, utilitarian drive that favors speed and directness over the slower, winding pace of secondary backroads.

64% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 104.9 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and Lincoln Way East. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 63.6 miles in.

Driving Effort 9/10

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 13 significant decision points across 185.3 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 63.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 170.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 171.2 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.

On the drive from Gettysburg, PA to Pittsburgh, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Monroeville along the way.

Monroeville

170.4 mi in | ~3h 36m

About the Cities

Arriving in Pittsburgh, PA

Full guide →

Founded 1758

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.

Top landmarks

  • • Carnegie Museum of Natural History — natural history museum in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
  • • Allegheny Observatory — historic observatory of the University of Pittsburgh
  • • Carnegie Museum of Art — museum in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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 3h 59m. Total distance: 185.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 59m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 104.9 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $13.64 in tolls one way, starting with Pennsylvania Turnpike. 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.

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.

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.

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 63.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 170.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 171.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Possible but tiring. At 4.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.0 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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