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Trip from Montgomery, 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 24m

Distance

207.9 mi

335 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$34

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
4h 11m ★
6 AM
4h 24m
8 AM
4h 51m
10 AM
4h 33m
12 PM
4h 31m
3 PM
4h 35m
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.

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borough in Lycoming County, Pennsylvania

Montgomery, PA

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

Pittsburgh, PA

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Trip Overview

This 207.9-mile journey from Montgomery, PA, to Pittsburgh, PA, is a solid day trip, estimated to take around 4 hours and 24 minutes. You'll primarily navigate via the William Penn Highway, the Keystone Shortway, and I-99, with about 25% of the drive on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is $34, making it a budget-friendly option for a single day. The route offers a turn-heavy local feel, so plan for a more engaging drive rather than a simple interstate cruise. Given its manageable length, it’s well-suited for a one-day excursion within the Northeast region.

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

104 miles from Montgomery, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 1m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
William Penn Highway 61.2 mi 1h 25m
Keystone Shortway 48.9 mi 52m
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
US Highway 15 5.2 mi 7m
Westbranch Highway 2.6 mi 3m
Longest stretch: William Penn Highway — 61.2 mi, about 1h 25m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on West Houston Avenue

0.4 mi · 1 min · West Houston Avenue
2

Keep slight left at fork onto West Houston Avenue

0.3 mi · 1 min · West Houston Avenue
3

Turn left onto T102

1.3 mi · 2 min · Pinchtown Road
4

At end of road, turn left onto US 15

5.2 mi · 7 min · US Highway 15
Use the straight lane.
5

Continue on US 15

2.6 mi · 3 min · Westbranch Highway
6

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Toward I 80 West: Bellefonte Use the slight right lane.
7

Merge onto I 80

49 mi · 52 min · Keystone Shortway
8

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 53 sec
Exit 161 Toward I 99 South, US 220 South, PA 26: Bellefonte
9

Turn left onto US 220; PA 26

24 mi · 28 min · Jacksonville Road
Use the straight lane.
10

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
11

Take the exit

0.8 mi · 1 min
Toward US 22: Ebensburg, Hollidaysburg
12

Continue on this road

0.5 mi · 43 sec · this road
13

Continue on US 22

16 mi · 19 min · William Penn Highway
14

Continue on US 22

13 mi · 19 min · Admiral Peary Highway
Use the straight lane.
15

Continue on US 22

45 mi · 1 hr 6 min · William Penn Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
16

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.
17

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 38 sec
Exit 71B Toward Second Avenue Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18

Turn straight onto Second Avenue

0.3 mi · 41 sec · Second Avenue
19

At end of road, turn right onto Ross Street

0.2 mi · 32 sec · Ross Street
20

Turn left onto Fifth Avenue

352 ft · 10 sec · Fifth Avenue
21

Turn right onto Grant Street

513 ft · 21 sec · Grant Street
Use the right lane.
22

Arrive at destination

Grant Street

Trip Plan

For this 4-hour and 24-minute drive, starting early in the morning will give you ample daylight and flexibility. With only one recommended stop, consider planning your break strategically, perhaps around the halfway point or when you hit the longest stretch on the William Penn Highway. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the turn-heavy nature of the drive can sometimes lead to slightly higher consumption. The $34 fuel cost is an estimate, so having a little extra buffer is always wise. This trip is easily accomplished in one day, so embrace the freedom to adjust your pace as needed.

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 104 miles from Montgomery, PA, or about 2h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 61.2 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 46 miles or 55m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 104 miles or 2h 1m 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 29m

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 Montgomery, 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 Montgomery, PA

This is one driving day of about 207.9 miles and 4h 24m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 46 miles from Montgomery, 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 William Penn Highway for about 61.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Altoona, PA

104 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

Lock Haven, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 46 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Tyrone, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 104 miles from Montgomery, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before William Penn Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 61.2 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 207.9

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 207.9

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 207.9

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 207.9

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 207.9

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 8 am–12 pm

+14122632142

Visit website

J & J's Family Restaurant & Catering

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 207.9

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+14123811822

Cambod-Ican Kitchen Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 207.9

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 5:30 pm–2 am

+14123816199

Visit website

KAVSAR RESTAURANT

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour Moderately mile 207.9

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 4–9:30 pm

+14124888708

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La Tavola Italiana Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $30 to $50 mile 207.9

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 5–9 pm

+14124813336

Visit website

Orbis Caffe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour $1 to $10 mile 207.9

Pittsburgh, PA

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+14125631220

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 193.1

Monroeville, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 193.1

Monroeville, Pennsylvania

+18774943833

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 193.1

Monroeville, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 193.1

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 207.9

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

ChargePoint Charging Station

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 193.1

Monroeville, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Near the end, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 193.1

Monroeville, Pennsylvania

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+18887584389

Visit website

Cochran Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 207.9

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 14

5 decision points cluster between mile 2 and 207.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

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2 mi into trip | ~4m in | US 15 / US Highway 15

At end of road, turn left onto US 15 / US Highway 15

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
6
9.9 mi into trip | ~15m in

Take the exit toward I 80 West: Bellefonte

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

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 80 West: Bellefonte
8
193.6 mi into trip | ~4h 3m 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
7
207.1 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
207.8 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

$34.47 one way

$68.93 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 73 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $37.75 $75.50
premium $4.93 $40.32 $80.64
diesel $5.61 $45.90 $91.80

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$34

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$59–$84

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 72.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 62.4 0 $21.83 $9.98
Efficient EV 52 0 $18.19 $8.32
EV Truck/SUV 83.2 1 $29.11 $13.31

Gas CO2

73 kg

EV CO2

24 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

Montgomery, PA

Late night in Montgomery on Sunday

Local time

12:36 AM

EDT

Current temp

44°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Pittsburgh, PA

Late night in Pittsburgh on Sunday

Local time

12:36 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

29 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 24m 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Johnstown Flood National Memorial

Johnstown Flood National Memorial

National Memorial

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...

8 mi from route ~21 min detour Free near mile 143.4
Park Closure: North Abutment Overlook Closure
View on nps.gov
Flight 93 National Memorial

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...

27 mi from route ~67 min detour Free near mile 150.6
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a driving experience characterized by frequent turns, leaning into its 'turn-heavy local drive' profile. While 25% of the route utilizes highways, much of your time will be spent on two-lane roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 61.2 miles along the William Penn Highway, offering a segment of more consistent travel before the landscape shifts again. This road personality suggests a journey where you'll be actively engaged with the changing scenery and road conditions, rather than a monotonous highway grind.

Only 25% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 61.2 mi on William Penn Highway.

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 2 miles in near US 15 / US Highway 15.

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 14 significant decision points across 207.9 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 2 miles (US 15 / US Highway 15): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 193.6 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 Montgomery, PA and Pittsburgh, PA, road signs point toward Altoona and Hollidaysburg.

Altoona

83.8 mi in | ~1h 39m | via I 99; US 220

Hollidaysburg

117.6 mi in | ~2h 16m

About the Cities

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 24m. Total distance: 207.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 61.2 miles on William Penn Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

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 2 miles (US 15 / US Highway 15): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 193.6 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.

Yes — Johnstown Flood National Memorial and Flight 93 National Memorial. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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