This 272.3-mile journey from Oxford, PA to McMurray, PA is designed for a single day, estimating a total travel time of 5 hours and 37 minutes. You'll primarily be on the Pennsylvania Turnpike and other major highways like PA 283 and I-70, making it a highway-focused drive. With 84% of the route on highways, expect a relatively straightforward trip with a budget of around $45 for fuel. This route is a solid option if you're looking for an efficient way to get from point A to point B 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
136.1 miles from Oxford, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 49m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike
172.6 mi
3h 9m
PA 283
28.9 mi
34m
I 70
15.2 mi
21m
Kirkwood Pike
8.9 mi
12m
Mon/Fayette Expressway
8 mi
8m
Beaver Valley Pike
6.9 mi
9m
Lampeter Road
4.6 mi
8m
East Lancaster Avenue
3.5 mi
6m
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 172.6 mi, about 3h 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oxford, PA and McMurray, PA.
1
Start on PA 10
33 ft·9 sec·North 3rd Street
2
Turn sharp right onto PA 472
267 ft·9 sec·Pine Street
3
Turn left onto PA 472
3.5 mi·6 min·East Lancaster Avenue
4
Continue on PA 472
8.9 mi·12 min·Kirkwood Pike
5
Continue on PA 472
0.7 mi·1 min·South Lime Street
6
Turn left onto PA 372
0.7 mi·1 min·East State Street
7
Turn right onto US 222
0.6 mi·49 sec·West 4th Street
8
Continue on US 222
6.9 mi·9 min·Beaver Valley Pike
9
Turn right onto Penn Grant Road
0.7 mi·1 min·Penn Grant Road
10
Continue on Lampeter Road
4.6 mi·8 min·Lampeter Road
11
Continue on Pitney Road
1.3 mi·2 min·Pitney Road
12
Turn right onto Hempstead Road
0.4 mi·52 sec·Hempstead Road
13
Turn right onto Greenfield Road
396 ft·7 sec·Greenfield Road
14
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·40 sec
Toward US 30 West
15
Merge onto US 30
3.4 mi·4 min·US 30
16
Keep slight left at fork onto PA 283
29 mi·34 min·PA 283
Toward PA 283 West: HarrisburgUse the straight / right lanes.
17
Turn slight left
0.1 mi·31 sec
Toward I 76 Toll, PATP Toll: Philadelphia, PittsburghUse the left lane.
18
Merge onto I 283
406 ft·1 min·I 283
19
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 76 West: Pittsburgh
20
Merge onto I 76; PATP
173 mi·3 hr 9 min·Pennsylvania Turnpike
21
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 StantonUse the slight right lane.
22
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
23
Take the exit
0.1 mi·20 sec
Toward PA 201, PA 837: Donora, Fayette City
24
Turn slight right onto PA 201
440 ft·7 sec·Rostraver Road
25
Turn slight left onto Vance Deicas Highway
1.7 mi·2 min·Vance Deicas Highway
26
Continue on Donora-Monessen Bridge
0.4 mi·34 sec·Donora-Monessen Bridge
27
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·33 sec
28
Turn straight onto PA 837
1.2 mi·2 min·McKean Avenue
29
Turn left onto PA 837
1.8 mi·2 min·Monogahela Avenue
30
Turn left onto PA 88
0.5 mi·48 sec·Country Club Road
31
Turn right onto Coyle Curtin Road
0.9 mi·1 min·Coyle Curtin Road
32
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·1 min
33
Merge onto PA Tpke 43
8.0 mi·8 min·Mon/Fayette Expressway
34
Take the exit
0.4 mi·59 sec
Exit 48Toward West Elizabeth, Finleyville
35
Turn left onto Finleyville Elrama Road
0.8 mi·1 min·Finleyville Elrama Road
36
Continue on Washington Avenue
0.3 mi·41 sec·Washington Avenue
37
At end of road, turn left onto PA 88
0.3 mi·51 sec·Washington Avenue
38
Continue on Rankintown Road
0.5 mi·1 min·Rankintown Road
39
Continue on Venetia Road
1.5 mi·3 min·Venetia Road
40
Turn right onto Bebout Road
2.9 mi·6 min·Bebout Road
41
Enter roundabout onto Valley Brook Road
184 ft·5 sec·Valley Brook Road
42
Continue on Valley Brook Road
0.6 mi·1 min·Valley Brook Road
43
Turn left onto East McMurray Road
458 ft·26 sec·East McMurray Road
44
Turn left onto Thomas Road
52 ft·2 sec·Thomas Road
45
Arrive at destination
Thomas Road
Trip Plan
For this 5-hour and 37-minute drive, consider an early morning departure to maximize daylight and minimize potential traffic, especially on the Pennsylvania Turnpike. With a longest stretch of 172.6 miles, plan for at least one substantial stop to break up the journey, perhaps around the halfway point. The estimated fuel cost is $45, so ensure your tank is full before setting off. Given it's a single-day trip, flexibility is key; keep an eye on real-time traffic conditions on I-70 as you get closer to your destination.
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 136.1 miles from Oxford, PA, or about 2h 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 172.6 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 60 miles or 1h 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 136.1 miles or 2h 49m 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 25m
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 Oxford, 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 Oxford, PA
This is one driving day of about 272.3 miles and 5h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 60 miles from Oxford, 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 172.6 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 28
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 264.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip|~0m in|PA 472 / Pine Street
Turn sharp right onto PA 472 / Pine Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
7
32.1 mi into trip|~50m in|PA 283
Keep slight left at fork onto PA 283 toward PA 283 West: Harrisburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward PA 283 West: Harrisburg
7
234.3 mi into trip|~4h 37m 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
234.7 mi into trip|~4h 38m 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...
6
264.7 mi into trip|~5h 19m in
Take the exit toward West Elizabeth, Finleyville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 48
Toward West Elizabeth, Finleyville
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$45.14 one way
$90.29 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg95 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$49.44
$98.89
premium
$4.93
$52.81
$105.62
diesel
$5.61
$60.12
$120.24
Estimated Tolls: $22.99
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(172.6 mi)$22.43
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
$45
Tolls
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$93–$118
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 95.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
81.7
1
$28.59
$13.07
Efficient EV
68.1
0
$23.83
$10.89
EV Truck/SUV
108.9
1
$38.12
$17.43
Gas CO2
95 kg
EV CO2
32 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 17, 2026
Origin
Oxford, PA
Afternoon
in Oxford on Sunday
Local time
1:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers
W 5 mph20% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 7:23PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
Destination
McMurray, PA
Afternoon
in McMurray on Sunday
Local time
1:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
W 6 to 12 mph61% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 7:23PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
54°F
Hancock, MD
136 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
5 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 37m 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.
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...
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
~16 min detour
Free
near mile 187.8
The Appalachian Trail is a 2,190+ mile long public footpath that traverses the scenic, wooded, pastoral, wild, and culturally resonant lands of the Appalachian Mountains. Conceived in 1921, built by p...
19 mi from route
~48 min detour
Free
near mile 46.9
Famous as the First State to ratify the Constitution, Delaware was born out of a conflict among three world powers for dominance of the Delaware Valley. From this beginning, the region developed a dis...
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...
24 mi from route
~61 min detour
Free
near mile 225.3
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...
25 mi from route
~62 min detour
Free
near mile 169
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-intensive experience on this route, with 84% of your travel occurring on major roadways. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is a significant 172.6 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, offering an opportunity for sustained driving. While the profile indicates a highway-focused drive, be prepared for transitions between different major routes as you progress toward McMurray. This drive prioritizes getting you there efficiently rather than offering extensive scenic detours.
84% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
45 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 172.6 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and PA 283. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near PA 472 / Pine Street.
Driving Effort10/10
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 28 significant decision points across 272.3 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: near the start (PA 472 / Pine Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 32.1 miles (PA 283): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 234.3 miles (I 70): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 Oxford, PA and McMurray, PA, road signs point toward Patp Toll: Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Pa Turnpike 66 Toll: Greensburg, Wheeling, New Stanton and Washington - among others.
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 37m. Total distance: 272.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 37m 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 172.6 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $22.99 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: near the start (PA 472 / Pine Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 32.1 miles (PA 283): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 234.3 miles (I 70): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument, Flight 93 National Memorial and Appalachian National Scenic Trail (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.6 hours each way, a round trip means 11.2 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.
