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Trip from Nesquehoning, PA to McMurray, 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 55m

Distance

287.9 mi

463 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$48

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min
4 AM
5h 43m ★
6 AM
5h 56m
8 AM
6h 22m
10 AM
6h 5m
12 PM
6h 2m
3 PM
6h 6m
5 PM
6h 21m
8 PM
5h 48m

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

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Nesquehoning, PA

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Downtown McMurray, PA, PA

McMurray, PA

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Trip Overview

Traveling from Nesquehoning to McMurray covers 287.9 miles across Pennsylvania, making it a manageable journey for a single day of driving. You can expect to spend approximately 5 hours and 55 minutes behind the wheel, primarily utilizing the Pennsylvania Turnpike, I-81, and I-70. With a fuel budget of roughly $48, this trip is a straightforward transit through the Northeast region. Because the duration is just under six hours, you do not need to split this into an overnight stay unless you prefer a leisurely pace. Overall, this is a practical, highway-focused route that gets you from the Poconos area to the suburbs south of Pittsburgh efficiently.

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

143.9 miles from Nesquehoning, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 59m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike 151.8 mi 2h 47m
I 81 79.1 mi 1h 33m
I 70 15.2 mi 21m
Mon/Fayette Expressway 8 mi 8m
Stock Street 5.2 mi 9m
Barnesville Drive 3.2 mi 5m
Bebout Road 2.9 mi 6m
Hauto Highway 2.7 mi 4m
Longest stretch: Pennsylvania Turnpike — 151.8 mi, about 2h 47m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Nesquehoning, PA and McMurray, PA.

1

Start on North Mermon Avenue

59 ft · 9 sec · North Mermon Avenue
2

Turn left onto US 209

0.4 mi · 36 sec · West Catawissa Street
3

Turn slight right onto PA 54

5.2 mi · 9 min · Stock Street
4

Continue on PA 54

2.7 mi · 4 min · Hauto Highway
5

Continue on PA 54

1.3 mi · 2 min · Lafayette Avenue
6

Continue on PA 54

1.3 mi · 2 min · Mahanoy Avenue
7

Continue on PA 54

2.1 mi · 3 min · Pine Creek Drive
8

Continue on PA 54

0.6 mi · 1 min · Barnesville Drive
9

Continue on PA 54

2.6 mi · 4 min · Barnesville Drive
10

Continue on PA 54

0.6 mi · 1 min · Vulcan Hill Road
11

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 26 sec
12

Merge onto I 81

79 mi · 1 hr 33 min · I 81
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 48 sec
Exit 52 Toward US 11: New Kingstown, Middlesex Use the slight right lane.
14

Keep slight right at fork

201 ft · 7 sec
Toward US 11 South Use the right lane.
15

Merge onto US 11

1.0 mi · 2 min · Harrisburg Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
16

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min
Toward I 76, PATP
17

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 37 sec
Toward I 76 West: Pittsburgh Use the slight right lane.
18

Merge onto I 76; PATP

152 mi · 2 hr 47 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike
19

Take the exit onto I 70

0.4 mi · 54 sec · I 70
Toward I 70 West, US 119, PA Turnpike 66 Toll: Greensburg, Wheeling WV, New Stanton Use the slight right lane.
20

Keep slight right at fork onto I 70

15 mi · 20 min · I 70
Toward I 70 West: New Stanton, Washington PA, Wheeling WV, Columbus OH
21

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 20 sec
Toward PA 201, PA 837: Donora, Fayette City
22

Turn slight right onto PA 201

440 ft · 7 sec · Rostraver Road
23

Turn slight left onto Vance Deicas Highway

1.7 mi · 2 min · Vance Deicas Highway
24

Continue on Donora-Monessen Bridge

0.4 mi · 34 sec · Donora-Monessen Bridge
25

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 33 sec
26

Turn straight onto PA 837

1.2 mi · 2 min · McKean Avenue
27

Turn left onto PA 837

1.8 mi · 2 min · Monogahela Avenue
28

Turn left onto PA 88

0.5 mi · 48 sec · Country Club Road
29

Turn right onto Coyle Curtin Road

0.9 mi · 1 min · Coyle Curtin Road
30

Take the ramp

0.5 mi · 1 min
31

Merge onto PA Tpke 43

8.0 mi · 8 min · Mon/Fayette Expressway
32

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 59 sec
Exit 48 Toward West Elizabeth, Finleyville
33

Turn left onto Finleyville Elrama Road

0.8 mi · 1 min · Finleyville Elrama Road
34

Continue on Washington Avenue

0.3 mi · 41 sec · Washington Avenue
35

At end of road, turn left onto PA 88

0.3 mi · 51 sec · Washington Avenue
36

Continue on Rankintown Road

0.5 mi · 1 min · Rankintown Road
37

Continue on Venetia Road

1.5 mi · 3 min · Venetia Road
38

Turn right onto Bebout Road

2.9 mi · 6 min · Bebout Road
39

Enter roundabout onto Valley Brook Road

184 ft · 5 sec · Valley Brook Road
40

Continue on Valley Brook Road

0.6 mi · 1 min · Valley Brook Road
41

Turn left onto East McMurray Road

458 ft · 26 sec · East McMurray Road
42

Turn left onto Thomas Road

52 ft · 2 sec · Thomas Road
43

Arrive at destination

Thomas Road

Trip Plan

Since this is a roughly six-hour drive, planning for at least one dedicated stop is essential to keep your energy levels up. Aim to depart early in the morning to avoid peak traffic congestion on the busier sections of the Turnpike and I-70. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the $48 estimate can fluctuate depending on your vehicle's efficiency and current gas prices along these major corridors. Because the route is so highway-heavy, use your cruise control on the long 151.8-mile Turnpike segment to reduce driver fatigue. Having the flexibility of a single-day trip means you can easily adjust your departure time based on real-time traffic reports for the I-81 and I-70 interchanges.

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 143.9 miles from Nesquehoning, PA, or about 2h 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 151.8 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 63 miles or 1h 24m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 143.9 miles or 2h 59m 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 40m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Nesquehoning, 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 Nesquehoning, PA

This is one driving day of about 287.9 miles and 5h 55m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 63 miles from Nesquehoning, 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 151.8 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Hancock, MD, MD

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Hancock, MD

144 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

York, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 63 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Hancock, MD

Meal break

The midpoint is around 143.9 miles from Nesquehoning, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Pennsylvania Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 151.8 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

Little Bamboo | Chinese Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Belle Vernon, Pennsylvania

Near the end, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 267.3

Hours: 11 am–8:30 pm

+17249296899

Visit website

Bean Curd

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

McMurray, Pennsylvania

2.7 mi

The Back Porch Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Belle Vernon, Pennsylvania

2.9 mi

Little Bamboo | Chinese Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 267.3

Belle Vernon, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–8:30 pm

+17249296899

Visit website

Bean Curd

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 287.9

McMurray, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–8:30 pm

+17249416688

Visit website

The Back Porch Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $40 to $50 mile 267.3

Belle Vernon, Pennsylvania

Hours: 4–8 pm

+17244834500

Visit website

Grande Italian Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 287.9

McMurray, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+17249419822

Visit website

The Village

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 246.8

Mt Pleasant, Pennsylvania

Hours: 4–8:30 pm

+17245473529

Visit website

Cassidy Family Restaurants LP

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 287.9

Bridgeville, Pennsylvania

Hours: 5 am–11 pm

BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour $20 to $30 mile 287.9

Upper St Clair, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–12 pm

+14123474790

Visit website

Oasis Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 287.9

Bridgeville, Pennsylvania

Hours: 3–8 pm

+14125645007

Clubby's Coffee Shop

Near the end, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 267.3

Belle Vernon, Pennsylvania

Hours: 8 am–2 pm

+17242433187

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 267.3

Donora, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 267.3

Belle Vernon, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Sheetz, Inc. Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 246.8

New Stanton, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

3.2 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 246.8

New Stanton, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Applegreen Electric Charging Station

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 246.8

Hunker, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18885577099

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 287.9

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

5 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 287.9

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 12–8 am

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 287.9

Bridgeville, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 23

5 decision points cluster between mile 96.1 and 250.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

8
96.1 mi into trip | ~2h 3m in

Take the exit toward US 11: New Kingstown, Middlesex

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 52 Toward US 11: New Kingstown, Middlesex
8
96.3 mi into trip | ~2h 4m in

Keep slight right at fork toward US 11 South

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane. Toward US 11 South
7
97.8 mi into trip | ~2h 8m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 76 West: Pittsburgh

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 76 West: Pittsburgh
7
249.8 mi into trip | ~4h 55m in | I 70

Take the exit onto I 70 toward I 70 West, US 119, PA Turnpike 66 Toll: Greensburg, Wheeling WV, New Stanton

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 I 70 West, US 119, PA Turnpike 66 Toll:...
6
250.3 mi into trip | ~4h 56m in | I 70

Keep slight right at fork onto I 70 toward I 70 West: New Stanton, Washington PA, Wheeling WV, Columbus OH

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 70 West: New Stanton, Washington PA, W...

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$47.73 one way

$95.46 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 101 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $52.28 $104.55
premium $4.93 $55.83 $111.67
diesel $5.61 $63.56 $127.13

Estimated Tolls: $20.29

Pennsylvania Turnpike (151.8 mi) $19.73
Mon/Fayette Expressway (8 mi) $0.56

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

$48

Tolls

$20

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$93–$118

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 100.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $30 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 86.4 1 $30.23 $13.82
Efficient EV 72 0 $25.19 $11.52
EV Truck/SUV 115.2 1 $40.31 $18.43

Gas CO2

101 kg

EV CO2

34 kg (66% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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

Nesquehoning, PA

Morning in Nesquehoning on Sunday

Local time

7:52 AM

EDT

Current temp

57°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

McMurray, PA

Morning in McMurray on Sunday

Local time

7:52 AM

EDT

Current temp

49°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

54°F

Hancock, MD

144 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 cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

5h 55m 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?

This journey is defined by its high-speed efficiency, with 88% of your time spent on major highways. You will settle into a rhythm quickly, as the route features a significant 151.8-mile stretch on the Pennsylvania Turnpike that accounts for the bulk of your travel. While the drive is largely a functional interstate grind, the transition between these major arteries helps maintain a steady pace throughout the day. You should anticipate a consistent driving experience that prioritizes speed and directness over technical backroads. Expect a predictable, straightforward commute that allows you to cover the distance without needing to navigate complex local intersections.

88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
43 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 151.8 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and I 81. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 96.1 miles in.

Driving Effort 10/10

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 23 significant decision points across 287.9 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 96.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 96.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 97.8 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.

Between Nesquehoning, PA and McMurray, PA, road signs point toward Middlesex, Patp, Pa Turnpike 66 Toll: Greensburg, Wheeling, New Stanton and Washington - among others.

Middlesex

96.1 mi in | ~2h 3m

Patp

97.4 mi in | ~2h 6m

Pa Turnpike 66 Toll: Greensburg

249.8 mi in | ~4h 55m | via I 70

Wheeling

249.8 mi in | ~4h 55m | via I 70

New Stanton

249.8 mi in | ~4h 55m | via I 70

Washington

250.3 mi in | ~4h 56m | via I 70

Columbus

250.3 mi in | ~4h 56m | via I 70

Fayette City

265.1 mi in | ~5h 17m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 55m. Total distance: 287.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 55m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 151.8 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $20.29 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 McMurray, 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 96.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 96.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 97.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Not recommended in a single day. At 5.9 hours each way, a round trip means 11.9 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at McMurray, 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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