Trip from Mansfield, 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

5h 4m

Distance

240 mi

386 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$40

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

4h 51m ★

6 AM

5h 4m

8 AM

5h 31m

10 AM

5h 14m

12 PM

5h 11m

3 PM

5h 15m

5 PM

5h 30m

8 PM

4h 56m

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

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borough in Tioga County, Pennsylvania, United States

Mansfield, PA

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

Pittsburgh, PA

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Trip Overview

This 240.3-mile journey from Mansfield, PA to Pittsburgh, PA will take you approximately 4 hours and 9 minutes of driving time. Primarily utilizing US 15 South, the Appalachian Thruway, and US 220 South, this route is entirely within Pennsylvania, connecting the Northeast region to itself. With a projected fuel cost of around $40, it's a manageable drive that can easily be completed in a single day. You'll find this to be a turn-heavy local drive, so be prepared for frequent adjustments rather than a straightforward interstate cruise. Consider this a practical option for a one-day transit between these two Pennsylvania cities.

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

120 miles from Mansfield, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 24m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Appalachian Thruway	61.5 mi	1h 9m
William Penn Highway	61.2 mi	1h 25m
I 99	33.8 mi	36m
Jacksonville Road	24.2 mi	28m
Penn-Lincoln Parkway East	13.5 mi	18m
Admiral Peary Highway	13.4 mi	19m
Keystone Shortway	11.8 mi	12m
Susquehanna Beltway	11.4 mi	15m

Longest stretch: Appalachian Thruway — 61.5 mi, about 1h 9m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on US 6

0.8 mi · 1 min · East Wellsboro Street

Use the straight lane.

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 41 sec

Toward US 15 South: Williamsport Use the left lane.

Merge onto I 99; US 15

46 mi · 50 min · Appalachian Thruway

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min

Toward US 220 South: Lock Haven Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto US 220

11 mi · 15 min · Susquehanna Beltway

Continue on US 220

16 mi · 18 min · Appalachian Thruway

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 51 sec

Exit 107 Toward PA 477: Salona

Turn right onto PA 477

439 ft · 10 sec · Long Run Road

At end of road, turn left onto PA 64

4.4 mi · 7 min · Nittany Valley Drive

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 53 sec

Merge onto I 80; US 220

12 mi · 12 min · Keystone Shortway

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 53 sec

Exit 161 Toward I 99 South, US 220 South, PA 26: Bellefonte

Turn left onto US 220; PA 26

24 mi · 28 min · Jacksonville Road

Use the straight lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 99; US 220

34 mi · 36 min · I 99; US 220

Toward I 99 South, US 220 South: Port Matilda, Altoona

Take the exit

0.8 mi · 1 min

Toward US 22: Ebensburg, Hollidaysburg

Continue on this road

0.5 mi · 43 sec · this road

Continue on US 22

16 mi · 19 min · William Penn Highway

Continue on US 22

13 mi · 19 min · Admiral Peary Highway

Use the straight lane.

Continue on US 22

45 mi · 1 hr 6 min · William Penn Highway

Use the straight / right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 376; US 22

13 mi · 18 min · Penn-Lincoln Parkway East

Toward I 376 West, US 22 West: Pittsburgh Use the slight left lane.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 38 sec

Exit 71B Toward Second Avenue Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Turn straight onto Second Avenue

0.3 mi · 41 sec · Second Avenue

At end of road, turn right onto Ross Street

0.2 mi · 32 sec · Ross Street

Turn left onto Fifth Avenue

352 ft · 10 sec · Fifth Avenue

Turn right onto Grant Street

513 ft · 21 sec · Grant Street

Use the right lane.

Arrive at destination

Grant Street

Trip Plan

Given the 4-hour, 9-minute duration and the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, planning for at least one stop is advisable. You can comfortably tackle this 240.3-mile trip in a single day, so an early departure will give you flexibility. The estimated fuel cost is $40, so ensure your tank is full before you leave Mansfield to avoid unexpected stops. Pay close attention to road signs, especially as you transition between US 15 South, the Appalachian Thruway, and US 220 South, as these changes can be frequent. Be mindful of local speed limits, as this route does not feature long highway stretches.

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 120 miles from Mansfield, PA, or about 2h 24m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 61.5 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 53 miles or 1h 2m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 120 miles or 2h 24m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Mansfield, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Mansfield, PA

This is one driving day of about 240 miles and 5h 4m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 53 miles from Mansfield, 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 Appalachian Thruway for about 61.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

borough in Centre County, Pennsylvania, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

State College, PA

120 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

Bellefonte, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 53 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

State College, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 120 miles from Mansfield, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Appalachian Thruway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 61.5 miles.

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

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Primanti Bros. Restaurant and Bar

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 240.3

Hours: 10:30 am–12 pm

+14122611599

Visit website

Kiku Japanese Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

0.7 mi

Grand Concourse

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

0.7 mi

Primanti Bros. Restaurant and Bar

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 240.3

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 10:30 am–12 pm

+14122611599

Visit website

Kiku Japanese Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $20 to $30 mile 240.3

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 12–2 pm

+14127653200

Visit website

Grand Concourse

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour Expensive mile 240.3

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

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 240.3

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 8 am–12 pm

+14122632142

Visit website

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour

Mansfield, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 223.1

Monroeville, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Autel Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 240.3

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

EVgo Charging Station

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 223.1

Monroeville, Pennsylvania

+18774943833

Visit website

5 of 18

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.8 and 239.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

0.8 mi into trip | ~1m in

Take the ramp toward US 15 South: Williamsport

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane. Toward US 15 South: Williamsport

46.7 mi into trip | ~53m in

Take the exit toward US 220 South: Lock Haven

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

Use the slight right lane. Toward US 220 South: Lock Haven

225.7 mi into trip | ~4h 43m in | I 376; US 22 / Penn-Lincoln Parkway East

Keep slight right at fork onto I 376; US 22 / Penn-Lincoln Parkway East toward I 376 West, US 22 West: Pittsburgh

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left lane. Toward I 376 West, US 22 West: Pittsburgh

239.2 mi into trip | ~5h 1m 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

239.9 mi into trip | ~5h 3m in | Grant Street

Turn right onto Grant Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$39.79 one way

$79.58 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 84 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.61	$43.58	$87.16
premium	$4.93	$46.54	$93.09
diesel	$5.61	$52.99	$105.98

Estimated Tolls: $4.30

Appalachian Thruway (45.5 mi) $3.19

Appalachian Thruway (15.9 mi) $1.11

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

$40

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$69–$94

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 84 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	72	0	$25.20	$11.52
Efficient EV	60	0	$21.00	$9.60
EV Truck/SUV	96	1	$33.60	$15.36

Gas CO2

84 kg

EV CO2

28 kg (67% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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

Mansfield, PA

Morning in Mansfield on Sunday

Local time

6:11 AM

EDT

Current temp

41°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Pittsburgh, PA

Morning in Pittsburgh on Sunday

Local time

6:11 AM

EDT

Current temp

73°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

32 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

5h 4m 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 'turn-heavy local drive' experience on this route, with a 0% highway share. This means you'll be navigating a series of local roads and highways, requiring your constant attention as you make frequent turns. There isn't a 'longest stretch' noted, suggesting a continuous series of changes in direction and road type. The character of the drive will likely involve a mix of town passages and open road segments, but always with the expectation of needing to adjust your course. It's a driving experience that keeps you engaged with the road.

Only 20% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.

26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 61.5 mi on Appalachian Thruway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 240 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: Lane positioning matters here; at 46.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 225.7 miles (I 376; US 22 / Penn-Lincoln Parkway East): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.

Between Mansfield, PA and Pittsburgh, PA, road signs point toward Altoona and Hollidaysburg.

Altoona

115.9 mi in | ~2h 19m | via I 99; US 220

Hollidaysburg

149.7 mi in | ~2h 56m

About the Cities

Starting in Mansfield, PA

Full guide →

Mansfield is a borough in Tioga County in the state of Pennsylvania.

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 5h 4m. Total distance: 240 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 61.5 miles on Appalachian Thruway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $4.30 in tolls one way, starting with Appalachian Thruway. 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.

Not recommended in a single day. At 5.1 hours each way, a round trip means 10.1 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Pittsburgh, PA before the return drive.

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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Trip from Mansfield, PA to Pittsburgh, PA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

Primanti Bros. Restaurant and Bar

Primanti Bros. Restaurant and Bar

Kiku Japanese Restaurant

Grand Concourse

Primanti Bros. Restaurant and Bar

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Cambod-Ican Kitchen Restaurant

KAVSAR RESTAURANT

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Orbis Caffe

Tesla Supercharger

ChargePoint Charging Station

Autel Charging Station

EVgo Charging Station

Cochran Charging Station

Blink Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Mansfield, PA

Pittsburgh, PA

Same local time

32 degrees warmer at arrival

5h 4m on the road

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

About the Cities

Starting in Mansfield, PA

Arriving in Pittsburgh, PA

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

How do I pay the tolls on this route?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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