Origin
Greencastle, PA
Late night in Greencastle on Tuesday
Local time
4:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Greencastle, 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
3h 35m
Distance
165.3 mi
266 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$27
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 23m
★
6 AM
3h 36m
8 AM
4h 1m
10 AM
3h 44m
12 PM
3h 42m
3 PM
3h 46m
5 PM
3h 59m
8 PM
3h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Greencastle, PA
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McMurray, PA
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Trip Overview
This 165.3-mile drive from Greencastle, PA to McMurray, PA is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 3 hours and 35 minutes. You'll primarily be on major roadways, with the Pennsylvania Turnpike and I-70 making up a significant portion of the journey. With an estimated fuel cost of $27, this is a budget-friendly excursion. The route is predominantly highway-focused, suggesting a relatively straightforward and efficient travel experience. Given its manageable length and duration, this trip is well-suited for a 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 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
82.6 miles from Greencastle, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 46m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 86.2 mi | 1h 34m |
| Lincoln Highway | 20.8 mi | 29m |
| I 70 | 15.6 mi | 22m |
| Mon/Fayette Expressway | 8 mi | 8m |
| Lemar Road | 7.6 mi | 12m |
| Lincoln Way West | 4.2 mi | 5m |
| Buchanan Trail West | 4.1 mi | 6m |
| Bebout Road | 2.9 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 86.2 mi, about 1h 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Greencastle, PA and McMurray, PA.
1
Start on PA 16
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
West Baltimore Street
Use the straight lane.
2
Continue on PA 16
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Buchanan Trail West
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Turn right onto PA 995
7.6 mi
·
12 min
·
Lemar Road
4
Turn right onto PA 75
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Fort Loudon Road
5
Turn left onto US 30
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
Lincoln Way West
6
Continue on US 30
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Lincoln Way West
7
Continue on US 30
21 mi
·
29 min
·
Lincoln Highway
8
Take the exit
362 ft
·
9 sec
Toward I 70 West, I 76: Turnpike
9
Continue on I 70
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 70
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
I 70
Toward I 70 West, I 76 West: Pittsburgh
11
Merge onto I 70; I 76; PATP
86 mi
·
1 hr 34 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
12
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 Stanton
Use the slight right lane.
13
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
14
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
Toward PA 201, PA 837: Donora, Fayette City
15
Turn slight right onto PA 201
440 ft
·
7 sec
·
Rostraver Road
16
Turn slight left onto Vance Deicas Highway
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Vance Deicas Highway
17
Continue on Donora-Monessen Bridge
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
Donora-Monessen Bridge
18
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
19
Turn straight onto PA 837
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
McKean Avenue
20
Turn left onto PA 837
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Monogahela Avenue
21
Turn left onto PA 88
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
·
Country Club Road
22
Turn right onto Coyle Curtin Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Coyle Curtin Road
23
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
24
Merge onto PA Tpke 43
8.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Mon/Fayette Expressway
25
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
Exit 48
Toward West Elizabeth, Finleyville
26
Turn left onto Finleyville Elrama Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Finleyville Elrama Road
27
Continue on Washington Avenue
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Washington Avenue
28
At end of road, turn left onto PA 88
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
·
Washington Avenue
29
Continue on Rankintown Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Rankintown Road
30
Continue on Venetia Road
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Venetia Road
31
Turn right onto Bebout Road
2.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Bebout Road
32
Enter roundabout onto Valley Brook Road
184 ft
·
5 sec
·
Valley Brook Road
33
Continue on Valley Brook Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Valley Brook Road
34
Turn left onto East McMurray Road
458 ft
·
26 sec
·
East McMurray Road
35
Turn left onto Thomas Road
52 ft
·
2 sec
·
Thomas Road
36
Arrive at destination
Thomas Road
Trip Plan
For this 3-hour and 35-minute drive, leaving in the morning is advisable to maximize daylight and potentially avoid heavier traffic. With a fuel cost around $27, you won't need to worry too much about frequent refueling stops, though it's always wise to keep an eye on your gauge. The longest stretch is over 86 miles, so plan for your single stop accordingly, perhaps for a quick stretch or to grab a snack. Given the route’s 165.3-mile length, you have plenty of flexibility; however, ensure you are comfortable with sustained highway driving on the Pennsylvania Turnpike for a significant portion of your journey.
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 82.6 miles from Greencastle, PA, or about 1h 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 86.2 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 36 miles or 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 82.6 miles or 1h 46m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 47m
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 Greencastle, 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 Greencastle, PA
This is one driving day of about 165.3 miles and 3h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Greencastle, 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 86.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
83 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 82.6 miles from Greencastle, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Pennsylvania Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 86.2 miles.
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 215 decision points cluster between mile 39.2 and 157.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
39.2 mi into trip
|
~57m 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
6
40.7 mi into trip
|
~1h in
|
I 70
Keep slight right at fork onto I 70 toward I 70 West, I 76 West: Pittsburgh
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 70 West, I 76 West: Pittsburgh
7
127.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 35m 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:...
6
127.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 36m in
|
I 70
Keep slight right at fork onto I 70 toward I 70 West: New Stanton, Washington PA, Wheeling WV, Columbus OH
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 70 West: New Stanton, Washington PA, W...
6
157.7 mi into trip
|
~3h 17m in
Take the exit toward West Elizabeth, Finleyville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 48
Toward West Elizabeth, Finleyville
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.40 one way
$54.81 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
58 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $30.01 | $60.03 |
| premium | $4.93 | $32.06 | $64.12 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $36.50 | $72.99 |
Estimated Tolls: $11.76
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(86.2 mi)
$11.20
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
$27
Tolls
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$64–$89
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 57.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 49.6 | 0 | $17.36 | $7.93 |
| Efficient EV | 41.3 | 0 | $14.46 | $6.61 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 66.1 | 0 | $23.14 | $10.58 |
Gas CO2
58 kg
EV CO2
19 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
4:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
59°F
Berlin, PA
83 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
20 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 35m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Flight 93 National Memorial
National Memorial
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
~16 min detour
Free
near mile 85.5
View on nps.gov
Fort Necessity National Battlefield
National Battlefield
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
~60 min detour
Free
near mile 114
View on nps.gov
Johnstown Flood National Memorial
National Memorial
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
~61 min detour
Free
near mile 68.4
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a drive that is 66% highway, offering a consistent pace for most of the 165.3 miles. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 86.2 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, so be prepared for extended periods of higher-speed travel. While primarily highway-focused, the inclusion of roads like the Lincoln Highway suggests you might experience some transitions to more traditional road settings. This blend means the drive is generally efficient but offers a change of pace beyond just interstate cruising.
66% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
36 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 86.2 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 Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 39.2 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 21 significant decision points across 165.3 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 39.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 40.7 miles (I 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 127.3 miles (I 70): 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 Greencastle, PA and McMurray, PA, road signs point toward Pa Turnpike 66 Toll: Greensburg, Wheeling, New Stanton, Washington, Columbus and Fayette City.
Pa Turnpike 66 Toll: Greensburg
127.3 mi in
|
~2h 35m
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via I 70
Wheeling
127.3 mi in
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~2h 35m
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via I 70
New Stanton
127.3 mi in
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~2h 35m
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via I 70
Washington
127.7 mi in
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~2h 36m
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via I 70
Columbus
127.7 mi in
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~2h 36m
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via I 70
Fayette City
142.5 mi in
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~2h 57m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 35m. Total distance: 165.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 86.2 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $11.76 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 McMurray, 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 39.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 40.7 miles (I 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 127.3 miles (I 70): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Flight 93 National Memorial, Fort Necessity National Battlefield and Johnstown Flood National Memorial. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.2 hours — manageable with a long break at McMurray, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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