King, PA to Pittsburgh, PA is 119.2 miles and takes about 2 hours 21 minutes via Pennsylvania Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $20 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Northeast region, traversing Pennsylvania for its entirety. Expect a highway-focused drive that's straightforward for a single-day excursion. It’s a practical route, ideal if you're looking for an efficient way to get from point A to point B without much fuss. Consider this an easy transit day, perfect for maximizing your time at your destination.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
59.6 miles from King, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 9m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike
89.1 mi
1h 37m
Penn-Lincoln Parkway East
13.2 mi
18m
I 99
9.3 mi
9m
William Penn Road
3.7 mi
5m
Sarah Furnace Road
0.3 mi
<1m
Second Avenue
0.3 mi
<1m
Business 220
0.2 mi
<1m
Ross Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 89.1 mi, about 1h 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between King, PA and Pittsburgh, PA.
1
Start on Hickory Lane
213 ft·13 sec·Hickory Lane
2
Turn left onto William Penn Road
3.7 mi·5 min·William Penn Road
3
Turn left onto Sarah Furnace Road
0.3 mi·34 sec·Sarah Furnace Road
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·45 sec
Toward Blue Knob State Park
5
Merge onto I 99; US 220
9.3 mi·9 min·I 99; US 220
6
Take the exit
0.9 mi·1 min
Toward Pittsburgh, Harrisburg
7
Keep slight right at fork
284 ft·8 sec
Toward US 220 Business South: Bedford
8
Turn slight right onto US 220 BUS
0.2 mi·26 sec·Business 220
9
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·24 sec
Toward I 70, I 76, PATP: Pittsburgh, Harrisburg
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·28 sec
Toward I 76 West, I 70 West: Pittsburgh
11
Merge onto I 70; I 76; PATP
89 mi·1 hr 37 min·Pennsylvania Turnpike
12
Take the exit
0.6 mi·2 min
Exit 57Toward I 376 West, US 22: Pittsburgh, MonroevilleUse the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·23 sec
Toward US 22 Business, I 376 West, US 22 West: Monroeville, Pittsburgh
14
Keep slight right at fork
353 ft·8 sec
Toward I 376 West, US 22 West: Pittsburgh
15
Merge onto I 376; US 22
13 mi·18 min·Penn-Lincoln Parkway East
Use the slight left lane.
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi·38 sec
Exit 71BToward Second AvenueUse the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Turn straight onto Second Avenue
0.3 mi·41 sec·Second Avenue
18
At end of road, turn right onto Ross Street
0.2 mi·32 sec·Ross Street
19
Turn left onto Fifth Avenue
352 ft·10 sec·Fifth Avenue
20
Turn right onto Grant Street
513 ft·21 sec·Grant Street
Use the right lane.
21
Arrive at destination
Grant Street
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 2 hours and 21 minutes, you have a lot of flexibility with departure time. Leaving in the morning will get you to Pittsburgh with plenty of daylight remaining. With 119.2 miles and a fuel cost estimated at $20, you likely won't need to stop for gas unless your vehicle has exceptionally low mileage. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you approach Pittsburgh, as city driving can sometimes consume more fuel than highway cruising. This is a single-day trip, so focus on getting on the road and enjoying your arrival.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 59.6 miles from King, PA, or about 1h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 89.1 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 26 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 59.6 miles or 1h 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 51m
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 King, 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 King, PA
This is one driving day of about 119.2 miles and 2h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from King, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Pennsylvania Turnpike for about 89.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 17
5 decision points cluster between mile 15.1 and 119.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
15.1 mi into trip|~20m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 76 West, I 70 West: Pittsburgh
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 76 West, I 70 West: Pittsburgh
8
104.4 mi into trip|~1h 58m 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...
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105.1 mi into trip|~2h 1m 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
118.4 mi into trip|~2h 19m 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
119.1 mi into trip|~2h 21m in|Grant Street
Turn right onto Grant Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.76 one way
$39.52 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg42 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$21.64
$43.29
premium
$4.93
$23.12
$46.23
diesel
$5.61
$26.32
$52.64
Estimated Tolls: $11.58
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(89.1 mi)$11.58
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
$20
Tolls
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
35.8
0
$12.52
$5.72
Efficient EV
29.8
0
$10.43
$4.77
EV Truck/SUV
47.7
0
$16.69
$7.63
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
King, PA
Morning
in King on Sunday
Local time
10:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Pittsburgh, PA
Morning
in Pittsburgh on Sunday
Local time
10:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
68°F
Ligonier, PA
60 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
28 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
2h 21m 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
~15 min detour
Free
near mile 41.1
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...
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...
23 mi from route
~58 min detour
Free
near mile 69.9
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly highway, with 94% of the route utilizing major roadways. You'll experience a highway-focused journey for the most part. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 89.1 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, offering a consistent pace. While primarily interstate, the Penn-Lincoln Parkway East leads you into Pittsburgh. This route is designed for efficient travel, keeping you moving with minimal distractions.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 89.1 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and Penn-Lincoln Parkway East. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 15.1 miles in.
Driving Effort9/10
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 17 significant decision points across 119.2 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 15.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 104.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 105.1 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.
Between King, PA and Pittsburgh, PA, road signs point toward Harrisburg, Patp: Pittsburgh and Monroeville.
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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 21m. Total distance: 119.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 89.1 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $11.58 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.
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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 15.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 104.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 105.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Flight 93 National Memorial, Johnstown Flood National Memorial and Fort Necessity National Battlefield. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Pittsburgh, PA before heading back.
