Origin
Hanover, PA
Late night in Hanover on Sunday
Local time
3:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hanover, 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
4h 23m
Distance
199.6 mi
321 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$33
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 10m
★
6 AM
4h 24m
8 AM
4h 50m
10 AM
4h 33m
12 PM
4h 30m
3 PM
4h 34m
5 PM
4h 49m
8 PM
4h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hanover, PA
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Pittsburgh, PA
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Trip Overview
This 199.6-mile drive from Hanover, PA to Pittsburgh, PA, will take approximately 4 hours and 23 minutes, making it a manageable one-day trip. You'll primarily navigate on the Pennsylvania Turnpike and Lincoln Highway, with about 59% of the journey on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $33. Given the relatively short duration and the mixed driving profile, it’s a straightforward trip without the need for an overnight stop. This route stays within the Northeast region, making for a simple transit across Pennsylvania.
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
99.8 miles from Hanover, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 27m 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 |
| Hanover Road | 9.1 mi | 14m |
| Lincoln Way West | 4.1 mi | 5m |
| Dwight D Eisenhower Highway | 1.5 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 104.9 mi, about 1h 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hanover, PA and Pittsburgh, PA.
1
Start on PA 116; PA 194
92 ft
·
5 sec
·
Broadway
2
Turn right onto PA 94; PA 194
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Carlisle Street
Use the straight lane.
3
Turn left onto West Elm Avenue
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
West Elm Avenue
Use the left lane.
4
Continue on PA 116
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
5
Continue on PA 116
5.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Hanover Road
6
Continue on PA 116
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
East Hanover Street
7
Continue on PA 116
3.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Hanover Road
8
Continue on PA 116
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
Hanover Street
9
Continue on US 30; PA 116
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
·
York Street
10
Enter roundabout onto US 30
179 ft
·
7 sec
·
Chambersburg Street
11
Continue on US 30
0.3 mi
·
57 sec
·
Chambersburg Street
12
Continue on US 30
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Buford Avenue
13
Continue on US 30
13 mi
·
20 min
·
Chambersburg Road
Use the straight lane.
14
Continue on US 30
11 mi
·
18 min
·
Lincoln Way East
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Keep slight right at fork onto US 30
14 mi
·
21 min
·
Lincoln Way East
16
Continue on US 30
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Lincoln Way West
17
Continue on US 30
21 mi
·
29 min
·
Lincoln Highway
18
Take the exit
362 ft
·
9 sec
Toward I 70 West, I 76: Turnpike
19
Continue on I 70
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
20
Keep slight right at fork onto I 70
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
I 70
Toward I 70 West, I 76 West: Pittsburgh
21
Merge onto I 70; I 76; PATP
105 mi
·
1 hr 54 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
22
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
2 min
Exit 57
Toward I 376 West, US 22: Pittsburgh, Monroeville
Use the slight right lane.
23
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward US 22 Business, I 376 West, US 22 West: Monroeville, Pittsburgh
24
Keep slight right at fork
353 ft
·
8 sec
Toward I 376 West, US 22 West: Pittsburgh
25
Merge onto I 376; US 22
13 mi
·
18 min
·
Penn-Lincoln Parkway East
Use the slight left lane.
26
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 71B
Toward Second Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Turn straight onto Second Avenue
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
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Second Avenue
28
At end of road, turn right onto Ross Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
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Ross Street
29
Turn left onto Fifth Avenue
352 ft
·
10 sec
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Fifth Avenue
30
Turn right onto Grant Street
513 ft
·
21 sec
·
Grant Street
Use the right lane.
31
Arrive at destination
Grant Street
Trip Plan
Starting your journey in the morning is recommended to maximize daylight and allow flexibility for any unexpected delays. With a total duration of just over 4 hours, you can easily complete this trip in a single day, so there's no need to plan for overnight stays. A single planned stop might be sufficient, but feel free to adjust based on your comfort. Watch for potential tolls on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, as these can add to your travel time and cost. The estimated fuel cost of $33 suggests keeping an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before embarking on the longest stretch on the Turnpike.
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 99.8 miles from Hanover, PA, or about 2h 27m 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 44 miles or 1h 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 99.8 miles or 2h 27m 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 37m
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 Hanover, 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 Hanover, PA
This is one driving day of about 199.6 miles and 4h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 44 miles from Hanover, 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.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
100 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 44 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 99.8 miles from Hanover, 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 104.9 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 165 decision points cluster between mile 0.8 and 199.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.8 mi into trip
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~2m in
|
West Elm Avenue
Turn left onto West Elm Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
184.7 mi into trip
|
~4h 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
185.5 mi into trip
|
~4h 3m 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
198.7 mi into trip
|
~4h 21m 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
199.5 mi into trip
|
~4h 23m in
|
Grant Street
Turn right onto Grant Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$33.09 one way
$66.18 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
70 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $36.24 | $72.48 |
| premium | $4.93 | $38.71 | $77.42 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $44.07 | $88.14 |
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
$33
Tolls
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$72–$97
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 69.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 59.9 | 0 | $20.96 | $9.58 |
| Efficient EV | 49.9 | 0 | $17.47 | $7.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 79.8 | 0 | $27.94 | $12.77 |
Gas CO2
70 kg
EV CO2
23 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
3:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
83°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 14 mph
25% chance
Live forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 6:17PM EDT until April 14 at 6:30PM EDT by NWS State College PA
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 6:16PM EDT until April 14 at 6:45PM EDT by NWS Pittsburgh PA
48°F
Martinsburg, PA
100 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
18 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
4h 23m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a mixed drive on this route, with a significant portion on the Pennsylvania Turnpike. You'll experience 104.9 miles of uninterrupted driving on the Turnpike, offering a chance to make good time. The remaining travel involves roads like Lincoln Way East and Lincoln Highway, which may present more varied driving conditions. With 59% of the drive on highways, you’ll get a blend of faster-paced travel and potentially more local road engagement as you get closer to your destination.
59% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
31 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 route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near West Elm Avenue.
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 16 significant decision points across 199.6 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 0.8 miles (West Elm Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 184.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 185.5 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.
On the drive from Hanover, PA to Pittsburgh, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Monroeville along the way.
Monroeville
184.7 mi in
|
~4h
About the Cities
Starting in Hanover, PA
Full guide →Hanover is a borough in Pennsylvania with a population of about 16,000 in 2018. It was the site of the final encounter between the Union and Confederate States armies before they fought against each other in the Battle of Gettysburg during the American Civil War. It has become known as the "Snack Food Capital of the World" because of establishment of several food manufacturing businesses there during the 20th century.
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 4h 23m. Total distance: 199.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 23m 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 0.8 miles (West Elm Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 184.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 185.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 4.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.8 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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