Origin
Independence, PA
Morning in Independence on Sunday
Local time
10:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Independence, PA to Ambridge, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
15m
Distance
7.5 mi
12 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Fair
2 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 14m
★
6 AM
0h 15m
8 AM
0h 18m
10 AM
0h 16m
12 PM
0h 16m
3 PM
0h 16m
5 PM
0h 18m
8 PM
0h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Independence, PA
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Ambridge, PA
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick, straightforward transit between Independence and Ambridge, this 7.5-mile drive is about as efficient as it gets. You can easily complete the entire trip in roughly 15 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day outing. Budgeting for your travel is simple, as fuel costs will likely hover around $1 for the duration of the journey. Since there are no required stops, you have the flexibility to travel whenever your schedule allows. This route stays entirely within the Northeast region of Pennsylvania, ensuring a consistent local atmosphere from start to finish. It is an ideal option if you need to move quickly between these two points without the complexity of a long-distance excursion.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Gringo Independence Road | 1.8 mi | 4m |
| Laurel Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Gringo Road | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Independence Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Constitution Boulevard | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Jordan Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| 11th Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Ambridge Woodlawn Bridge | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Gringo Independence Road
— 1.8 mi, about 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Independence, PA and Ambridge, PA.
1
Start on Independence Road
0.5 mi
·
57 sec
·
Independence Road
2
Turn slight left onto Gringo Independence Road
1.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Gringo Independence Road
3
Turn left onto PA 151
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Gringo Road
4
Continue on PA 151
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Laurel Road
5
At end of road, turn left onto PA 51
0.5 mi
·
41 sec
·
Jordan Street
6
Continue on PA 51
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
North Jordan Road
7
Continue on PA 51
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
Constitution Boulevard
8
Turn slight left
0.2 mi
·
50 sec
9
Turn right onto Ambridge Woodlawn Bridge
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Ambridge Woodlawn Bridge
10
Continue on 11th Street
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
11th Street
11
Turn right onto PA 989
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
Duss Avenue
12
Arrive at destination
Duss Avenue
Heads-up: tricky spots
4 of 44 decision points cluster between mile 2.4 and 7.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
2.4 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
PA 151 / Gringo Road
Turn left onto PA 151 / Gringo Road
Navigation decision point
4
4.9 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
PA 51 / Jordan Street
At end of road, turn left onto PA 51 / Jordan Street
Navigation decision point
4
6.4 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
Ambridge Woodlawn Bridge
Turn right onto Ambridge Woodlawn Bridge
Navigation decision point
4
7.2 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
PA 989 / Duss Avenue
Turn right onto PA 989 / Duss Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.24 one way
$2.49 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $1.36 | $2.72 |
| premium | $4.93 | $1.45 | $2.91 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.66 | $3.31 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.3 | 0 | $0.79 | $0.36 |
| Efficient EV | 1.9 | 0 | $0.66 | $0.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3 | 0 | $1.05 | $0.48 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Ambridge, PA
Morning in Ambridge on Sunday
Local time
10:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°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
3 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
15m 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 rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as this route contains zero highway miles. You will navigate a series of local roads, including Gringo Independence Road, Laurel Road, and Gringo Road. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is just 1.8 miles on Gringo Independence Road, so keep your focus on the road as you transition between segments. Because you aren't dealing with highway traffic, the drive feels intimate and grounded in the local landscape. Prepare for frequent adjustments behind the wheel as you move through these winding local sections.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 1.8 mi on Gringo Independence Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 2.4 miles in near PA 151 / Gringo Road.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 15m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.4 miles (PA 151 / Gringo Road): Navigation decision point; at 4.9 miles (PA 51 / Jordan Street): Navigation decision point; at 6.4 miles (Ambridge Woodlawn Bridge): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 15m. Total distance: 7.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 1.8 miles on Gringo Independence Road. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 2.4 miles (PA 151 / Gringo Road): Navigation decision point; at 4.9 miles (PA 51 / Jordan Street): Navigation decision point; at 6.4 miles (Ambridge Woodlawn Bridge): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Ambridge, 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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