Origin
Mount Lebanon, PA
Evening in Mount Lebanon on Sunday
Local time
5:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mount Lebanon, PA to Hanover, 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 36m
Distance
198.6 mi
320 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$33
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 23m
★
6 AM
4h 36m
8 AM
5h 3m
10 AM
4h 46m
12 PM
4h 43m
3 PM
4h 47m
5 PM
5h 2m
8 PM
4h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mount Lebanon, PA
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Hanover, PA
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Trip Overview
Mount Lebanon, PA to Hanover, PA is 198.6 miles and takes about 4h 36m via Pennsylvania Turnpike and Lincoln Highway, with a fuel budget near $33 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This journey stays within Pennsylvania, moving from the Northeast region to the Northeast region. Expect a mixed drive that combines stretches of the Pennsylvania Turnpike with segments of the historic Lincoln Highway. With a recommended one-day drive and a reasonable fuel cost, this route is a practical option for a straightforward trip within the state.
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
99.3 miles from Mount Lebanon, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 8m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 94 mi | 1h 43m |
| Lincoln Highway | 24 mi | 35m |
| Lincoln Way West | 17.2 mi | 25m |
| Chambersburg Road | 13.4 mi | 20m |
| Lincoln Way East | 10.1 mi | 16m |
| Hanover Road | 9.1 mi | 14m |
| Lincoln Way | 6.2 mi | 11m |
| Lebanon Church Road | 3.9 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 94 mi, about 1h 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mount Lebanon, PA and Hanover, PA.
1
Start on this road
237 ft
·
23 sec
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this road
2
Turn left
156 ft
·
16 sec
3
At end of road, turn left onto US 19; Yellow Belt
281 ft
·
11 sec
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Washington Road
Use the left lane.
4
Turn left onto Yellow Belt
1.2 mi
·
2 min
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Connor Road
Use the left lane.
5
At end of road, turn right onto PA 88; Yellow Belt
1.0 mi
·
2 min
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Library Road
6
Turn left onto Yellow Belt
2.4 mi
·
5 min
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Broughton Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
At end of road, turn left onto Yellow Belt
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
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Brownsville Road
Use the left lane.
8
Continue on Yellow Belt
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Curry Hollow Road
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on Yellow Belt
2.9 mi
·
4 min
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Lebanon Church Road
10
Keep slight right at fork onto Yellow Belt
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Lebanon Church Road
11
Turn slight right onto Yellow Belt
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
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Pittsburgh McKeesport Boulevard
12
Continue on Yellow Belt
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
·
Richland Avenue
13
Continue on Yellow Belt
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
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W.D. Mansfield Memorial Bridge
14
Keep slight left at fork onto Yellow Belt
2.1 mi
·
3 min
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Yellow Belt
Use the straight lane.
15
Continue on PA 148; Yellow Belt
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
5th Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Turn right onto Lincoln Way
5.9 mi
·
10 min
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Lincoln Way
Use the straight lane.
17
Continue on Lincoln Way
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
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Lincoln Way
18
Turn slight right onto US 30
3.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Lincoln Highway
19
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward PATP, I 76
20
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
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this road
Toward PATP, I 76
21
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward I 76 East: Harrisburg
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
22
Merge onto I 76; PATP
94 mi
·
1 hr 43 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
23
Take the exit onto I 70
1.9 mi
·
3 min
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I 70
Toward US 30: Breezewood, Baltimore, Washington DC
Use the slight right lane.
24
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
47 sec
Toward US 30 East: Chambersburg, Gettysburg
Use the slight right lane.
25
Merge onto US 30
21 mi
·
29 min
·
Lincoln Highway
26
Continue on US 30
17 mi
·
25 min
·
Lincoln Way West
27
Continue on US 30
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Loudon Street
Use the right lane.
28
Continue on US 30
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Queen Street
29
Merge onto US 30
10 mi
·
16 min
·
Lincoln Way East
Use the straight / right lanes.
30
Continue on US 30
13 mi
·
20 min
·
Chambersburg Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
31
Continue on US 30
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Buford Avenue
32
Continue on US 30
0.3 mi
·
58 sec
·
Chambersburg Street
33
Enter roundabout onto US 30; PA 116
187 ft
·
8 sec
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York Street
34
Continue on US 30; PA 116
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
York Street
35
Turn straight onto PA 116
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
·
Hanover Street
36
Continue on PA 116
3.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Hanover Road
37
Continue on PA 116
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
West Hanover Street
38
Continue on PA 116
5.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Hanover Road
39
Continue on PA 116
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
40
Continue on West Elm Avenue
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
West Elm Avenue
41
Turn right onto PA 94
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Carlisle Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
42
Turn left onto PA 116; PA 194
92 ft
·
1 sec
·
Broadway
Use the left lane.
43
Arrive at destination
PA 116; PA 194
Trip Plan
For this 4-and-a-half-hour drive, leaving in the morning is advisable to maximize daylight and allow for a comfortable pace. While this is a feasible one-day trip, consider breaking it up if you prefer a more relaxed schedule, though the single recommended stop suggests it’s manageable in one go. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially before hitting the longer Pennsylvania Turnpike stretch, as services can be spaced out. The fuel cost is estimated at $33, so plan accordingly, and be aware that the transition from the Turnpike to local roads might require a slight adjustment in driving style.
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 99.3 miles from Mount Lebanon, PA, or about 2h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 94 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 44 miles or 1h 7m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 99.3 miles or 2h 8m 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 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hanover, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Mount Lebanon, 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 Mount Lebanon, PA
This is one driving day of about 198.6 miles and 4h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 44 miles from Mount Lebanon, 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 94 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
99 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 44 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 99.3 miles from Mount Lebanon, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Pennsylvania Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 94 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 215 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 120.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 19; Yellow Belt / Washington Road
At end of road, turn left onto US 19; Yellow Belt / Washington Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
11.4 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
Yellow Belt
Keep slight left at fork onto Yellow Belt
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
24.4 mi into trip
|
~46m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 76 East: Harrisburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 76 East: Harrisburg
7
118.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 29m in
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I 70
Take the exit onto I 70 toward US 30: Breezewood, Baltimore, Washington DC
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 30: Breezewood, Baltimore, Washington...
8
120.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 33m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 30 East: Chambersburg, Gettysburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 30 East: Chambersburg, Gettysburg
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$32.93 one way
$65.85 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
70 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $36.06 | $72.12 |
| premium | $4.93 | $38.52 | $77.03 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $43.85 | $87.70 |
Estimated Tolls: $12.23
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(94 mi)
$12.23
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
$33
Tolls
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$70–$95
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 69.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 59.6 | 0 | $20.85 | $9.53 |
| Efficient EV | 49.7 | 0 | $17.38 | $7.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 79.4 | 0 | $27.80 | $12.71 |
Gas CO2
69 kg
EV CO2
23 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
Hanover, PA
Evening in Hanover on Sunday
Local time
5:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
48°F
Martinsburg, PA
99 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
8 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 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.
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 75.3
View on nps.gov
Fort Necessity National Battlefield
National Battlefield
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 47.9
View on nps.gov
Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument
National Monument
More than 7,800 children from 140 Tribes went to the Carlisle School from 1879 to 1918. The National Park Service will collaborate with families, affiliated Tribal Nations, the US Army, historians, an...
24 mi from route
~61 min detour
Free
near mile 178.1
View on nps.gov
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...
24 mi from route
~60 min detour
Free
near mile 95.9
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive offers a varied experience, with 48% of the route utilizing highways. You'll encounter a significant uninterrupted stretch of 94 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, providing a faster-paced section. As you transition to the Lincoln Highway, the character of the drive shifts, likely offering a more traditional highway feel with local access. This blend means you'll get both efficient travel and a glimpse of different road types as you progress towards Hanover.
48% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
43 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 94 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 19; Yellow Belt / Washington Road.
Driving Effort
9/10
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 21 significant decision points across 198.6 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 0.1 miles (US 19; Yellow Belt / Washington Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 11.4 miles (Yellow Belt): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 24.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Mount Lebanon, PA and Hanover, PA, road signs point toward Patp, Baltimore, Washington and Gettysburg.
Patp
24 mi in
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~45m
Baltimore
118.7 mi in
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~2h 29m
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via I 70
Washington
118.7 mi in
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~2h 29m
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via I 70
Gettysburg
120.7 mi in
|
~2h 33m
About the Cities
Starting in Mount Lebanon, PA
Full guide →Founded 1912
Mt. Lebanon is an affluent suburb in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, about seven miles south of Downtown Pittsburgh. Uptown Mt. Lebanon, a business district along Washington Road in the northern part of the township, is one of the more prominent business districts in the area outside of Pittsburgh itself.
Top landmarks
- • First Church of Christ, Scientist — church building in Mt. Lebanon, United States of America
Arriving in Hanover, PA
Full guide →Founded 1730
Hanover is a borough in Pennsylvania with a population of about 16,000 in 2018. It was the site of the final encounter between the Union and Confederate States armies before they fought against each other in the Battle of Gettysburg during the American Civil War. It has become known as the "Snack Food Capital of the World" because of establishment of several food manufacturing businesses there during the 20th century.
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 36m. Total distance: 198.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 94 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $12.23 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 Hanover, 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 0.1 miles (US 19; Yellow Belt / Washington Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 11.4 miles (Yellow Belt): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 24.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Flight 93 National Memorial, Fort Necessity National Battlefield and Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument (4 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
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 Hanover, 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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