Traveling from McMurray to West York covers 223 miles and typically takes about 4 hours and 36 minutes. This trip is perfectly manageable as a single-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. Expect to spend roughly $37 on fuel for the journey, which relies heavily on major arteries like the Pennsylvania Turnpike, I-83, and the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway. Since both locations are situated within the Northeast region of Pennsylvania, the transition between them is straightforward and efficient. If you prefer a direct approach to your travels, this highway-focused route is an ideal choice for getting across the state with minimal fuss.
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
111.5 miles from McMurray, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 26m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike
167.8 mi
3h 4m
I 83
17 mi
20m
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
6 mi
8m
Hayden Boulevard
5.1 mi
8m
West Newton Road
4.8 mi
7m
Finleyville Elrama Road
4.6 mi
8m
Mount Pleasant Road
3.6 mi
6m
Bebout Road
2.9 mi
7m
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 167.8 mi, about 3h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between McMurray, PA and West York, PA.
1
Start on Thomas Road
52 ft·4 sec·Thomas Road
2
Turn right onto East McMurray Road
304 ft·8 sec·East McMurray Road
3
Turn right onto Valley Brook Road
0.6 mi·1 min·Valley Brook Road
4
Enter roundabout onto Bebout Road
35 ft·1 sec·Bebout Road
5
Continue on Bebout Road
2.9 mi·7 min·Bebout Road
6
At end of road, turn left onto Venetia Road
1.5 mi·3 min·Venetia Road
7
Continue on Rankintown Road
0.5 mi·1 min·Rankintown Road
8
Continue on Washington Avenue
0.3 mi·54 sec·Washington Avenue
9
Continue on Washington Avenue
0.3 mi·36 sec·Washington Avenue
10
Continue on Finleyville Elrama Road
4.6 mi·8 min·Finleyville Elrama Road
11
Turn left onto PA 837
2.3 mi·4 min·PA 837
12
Take the ramp
362 ft·10 sec
13
Merge onto PA 51
5.1 mi·8 min·Hayden Boulevard
14
Take the exit
0.1 mi·25 sec
15
Turn left onto PA 136
320 ft·6 sec·Rainbow Run Road
16
Continue on PA 136
4.8 mi·7 min·West Newton Road
17
Continue on PA 136
3.6 mi·6 min·Mount Pleasant Road
18
Take the ramp
0.1 mi·18 sec
19
Merge onto I 70
6.0 mi·8 min·Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
20
Take the exit onto I 70
0.5 mi·1 min·I 70
Exit 58Toward I 70 Toll East, I 76 Toll, PATP: Harrisburg, PittsburghUse the slight right lane.
21
Keep slight left at fork onto I 70
0.4 mi·1 min·I 70
Toward I 70 East, I 76 East: Harrisburg
22
Merge onto I 70; I 76; PATP
168 mi·3 hr 4 min·Pennsylvania Turnpike
23
Take the exit
0.3 mi·1 min
Exit 242Toward I 83: York, Baltimore, HarrisburgUse the slight right lane.
24
Turn straight
0.4 mi·47 sec
Toward I 83 South: York, Baltimore
25
Merge onto I 83
17 mi·20 min·I 83
26
Take the exit
0.2 mi·23 sec
Toward I 83 Business, PA 181
27
Keep slight left at fork
172 ft·6 sec
Toward I 83 Business, PA 181
28
Turn right onto I 83 BUS; PA 181
0.5 mi·43 sec·North George Street
29
Turn right onto US 30
0.1 mi·19 sec·Arsenal Road
30
Continue on US 30
0.4 mi·54 sec·Loucks Road
31
Turn left onto Pennsylvania Avenue
1.8 mi·4 min·Pennsylvania Avenue
32
At end of road, turn left onto PA 74
0.2 mi·29 sec·Carlisle Avenue
33
Turn right onto Linden Avenue
490 ft·10 sec·Linden Avenue
34
Continue on North Richland Avenue
0.2 mi·26 sec·North Richland Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
35
Turn right onto West King Street
0.2 mi·29 sec·West King Street
36
Turn left onto Overbrook Avenue
319 ft·14 sec·Overbrook Avenue
37
Arrive at destination
Overbrook Avenue
Trip Plan
For the smoothest experience, plan your departure to avoid peak traffic hours, as the reliance on major interstates can lead to congestion. With a total duration of 4 hours and 36 minutes, you should aim to incorporate at least one planned stop to stretch your legs and refresh. Since the longest stretch spans 167.8 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, try to time your break for after you complete this primary segment. Keep your fuel budget of $37 in mind when planning your refueling stops along the way. Taking advantage of the route's flexibility is easy, so keep a close eye on real-time traffic updates for the Pennsylvania Turnpike to ensure your travel time remains as close to the estimate as possible.
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 111.5 miles from McMurray, PA, or about 2h 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 167.8 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 49 miles or 1h 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 111.5 miles or 2h 26m 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 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near West York, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving McMurray, 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 McMurray, PA
This is one driving day of about 223 miles and 4h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 49 miles from McMurray, 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 167.8 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 24
5 decision points cluster between mile 18.4 and 219.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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18.4 mi into trip|~36m in|PA 136 / Rainbow Run Road
Turn left onto PA 136 / Rainbow Run Road
Navigation decision point
8
33 mi into trip|~58m in|I 70
Take the exit onto I 70 toward I 70 Toll East, I 76 Toll, PATP: Harrisburg, Pittsburgh
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 58
Toward I 70 Toll East, I 76 Toll, PATP: Harrisb...
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33.5 mi into trip|~59m in|I 70
Keep slight left at fork onto I 70 toward I 70 East, I 76 East: Harrisburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 70 East, I 76 East: Harrisburg
8
201.7 mi into trip|~4h 5m in
Take the exit toward I 83: York, Baltimore, Harrisburg
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 242
Toward I 83: York, Baltimore, Harrisburg
7
219.5 mi into trip|~4h 27m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 83 Business, PA 181
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 83 Business, PA 181
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$36.97 one way
$73.94 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg78 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$40.49
$80.98
premium
$4.93
$43.25
$86.50
diesel
$5.61
$49.24
$98.47
Estimated Tolls: $21.81
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(167.8 mi)$21.81
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
$37
Tolls
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$84–$109
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 78 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
66.9
0
$23.41
$10.70
Efficient EV
55.8
0
$19.51
$8.92
EV Truck/SUV
89.2
1
$31.22
$14.27
Gas CO2
78 kg
EV CO2
26 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 13, 2026
Origin
McMurray, PA
Evening
in McMurray on Sunday
Local time
5:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Chance Rain Showers
SW 15 to 20 mph54% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 13 at 5:13AM EDT by NWS State College PA
Destination
West York, PA
Evening
in West York on Sunday
Local time
5:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
64°F
Berlin, PA
112 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
12 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 36m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highly efficient experience behind the wheel, as 84% of this route consists of highway driving. You will spend a significant portion of your time on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, which features a lengthy, uninterrupted stretch of 167.8 miles. Because of this, the road maintains a consistent, high-speed pace that favors forward progress over technical maneuvering. While the character of the drive is primarily an interstate grind, it offers a reliable and predictable environment for long-distance travel. Once you transition off the main turnpike segments, the final portions of the route on I-83 and the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway provide a seamless connection to your destination in West York.
84% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
37 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 167.8 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and I 83. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 18.4 miles in near PA 136 / Rainbow Run Road.
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 24 significant decision points across 223 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 18.4 miles (PA 136 / Rainbow Run Road): Navigation decision point; at 33 miles (I 70): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 33.5 miles (I 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
2,269 ft438 ft
Total Climb
2,027 ft
Total Descent
2,552 ft
Highest Point
2,269 ft
~79.7 mi in
Elevation Range
1,831 ft
Notable High Points
1,830 ft at ~127.4 miles+661 ft prominence
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between McMurray, PA and West York, PA, road signs point toward Patp: Harrisburg, Pittsburgh, Baltimore and Harrisburg.
Patp: Harrisburg
33 mi in|~58m|via I 70
Pittsburgh
33 mi in|~58m|via I 70
Baltimore
201.7 mi in|~4h 5m
Harrisburg
201.7 mi in|~4h 5m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 36m. Total distance: 223 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 167.8 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $21.81 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 West York, 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 18.4 miles (PA 136 / Rainbow Run Road): Navigation decision point; at 33 miles (I 70): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 33.5 miles (I 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 4.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.2 hours — manageable with a long break at West York, PA, but most travelers stay overnight.
