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Trip from Pittsburgh, PA to Johnstown, PA

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 20, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 43m

Distance

67.1 mi

108 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$11

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 23 min
4 AM
1h 36m ★
6 AM
1h 44m
8 AM
1h 59m
10 AM
1h 49m
12 PM
1h 48m
3 PM
1h 50m
5 PM
1h 58m
8 PM
1h 39m

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

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

Pittsburgh, PA

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city in Cambria County, Pennsylvania, United States

Johnstown, PA

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Trip Overview

This 67.1-mile drive from Pittsburgh to Johnstown, Pennsylvania, is a manageable day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 43 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $11, it's an economical journey. The route primarily utilizes Grant Street and I-376 East, also known as the Penn-Lincoln Parkway East, offering a straightforward connection between these two Northeast region cities. Given its short duration and direct path, no overnight stays are necessary, allowing for flexibility in your schedule. This trip is best suited for those looking for a quick and efficient transfer within Pennsylvania.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

33.5 miles from Pittsburgh, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
William Penn Highway 41.1 mi 1h
Penn-Lincoln Parkway East 13.8 mi 19m
Cramer Pike 7.9 mi 13m
Cooper Avenue 1.2 mi 2m
Iron Street 0.9 mi 2m
Roosevelt Boulevard 0.4 mi 1m
Grant Street 0.3 mi 1m
4th Avenue 0.3 mi <1m
Longest stretch: William Penn Highway — 41.1 mi, about 1h

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on Grant Street

45 ft · 9 sec · Grant Street
2

Continue on Grant Street

0.3 mi · 1 min · Grant Street
3

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 50 sec
Toward I 376 East: Monroeville
4

Merge onto I 376; US 22; US 30

14 mi · 19 min · Penn-Lincoln Parkway East
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5

Merge onto US 22

41 mi · 1 hr · William Penn Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
6

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 33 sec
Toward PA 403: Dilltown, Johnstown
7

Turn right onto PA 403

7.9 mi · 13 min · Cramer Pike
8

Continue on PA 403

1.2 mi · 2 min · Cooper Avenue
9

Turn left onto Iron Street

0.9 mi · 2 min · Iron Street
10

Turn right onto 4th Avenue

0.3 mi · 43 sec · 4th Avenue
11

At end of road, turn left onto PA 56; PA 403

0.2 mi · 28 sec · Broad Street
12

Continue on PA 56; PA 403

0.4 mi · 1 min · Roosevelt Boulevard
13

Turn left onto Washington Street

0.2 mi · 21 sec · Washington Street
14

Turn right onto Johns Street

479 ft · 13 sec · Johns Street
15

Turn left onto Main Street

0.2 mi · 29 sec · Main Street
16

Turn right onto Walnut Street

43 ft · 1 sec · Walnut Street
17

Arrive at destination

Walnut Street

Trip Plan

Given the relatively short 1 hour and 43-minute duration of this 67.1-mile trip, you can easily complete it in a single day. Consider departing Pittsburgh mid-morning to avoid the heaviest rush hour traffic. With an estimated fuel cost of $11, you'll want to ensure your tank is sufficiently full before leaving Pittsburgh, as there are no designated stops noted on this route. Pay close attention to the numerous turns indicated by the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile to stay on course towards Johnstown.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 33.5 miles from Pittsburgh, PA, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 41.1 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 15 miles or 21m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 33.5 miles or 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 1h 24m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Pittsburgh, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Pittsburgh, PA

This is one driving day of about 67.1 miles and 1h 43m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Pittsburgh, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on William Penn Highway for about 41.1 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Murrysville, PA, PA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Murrysville, PA

34 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

Center, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Greensburg, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 33.5 miles from Pittsburgh, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

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 start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 10:30 am–12 pm

+14122611599

Visit website

Kiku Japanese Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

0.7 mi

Took Took 98 | Thai Street Food Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

0.5 mi

Primanti Bros. Restaurant and Bar

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 10:30 am–12 pm

+14122611599

Visit website

Kiku Japanese Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $20 to $30

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 12–2 pm

+14127653200

Visit website

Took Took 98 | Thai Street Food Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 4.8

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm

+14129988888

Visit website

Grand Concourse

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour Expensive

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11:30 am–9:30 pm

+14122611717

Visit website

Primanti Bros. Restaurant and Bar

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 8 am–12 pm

+14122632142

Visit website

J & J's Family Restaurant & Catering

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

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

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+14123811822

Cambod-Ican Kitchen Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

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

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 5:30 pm–2 am

+14123816199

Visit website

KAVSAR RESTAURANT

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour Moderately

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 4–9:30 pm

+14124888708

Visit website

Orbis Caffe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

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

Pittsburgh, PA

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+14125631220

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 14.4

Monroeville, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 14.4

Monroeville, Pennsylvania

+18774943833

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 14.4

Monroeville, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 14.4

Monroeville, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 4.8

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

Autel Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

ChargePoint Charging Station

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 14.4

Monroeville, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 14.4

Monroeville, Pennsylvania

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+18887584389

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 13

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.7 and 66.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0.7 mi into trip | ~2m in | I 376; US 22; US 30 / Penn-Lincoln Parkway East

Merge onto I 376; US 22; US 30 / Penn-Lincoln Parkway East

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
14.5 mi into trip | ~21m in | US 22 / William Penn Highway

Merge onto US 22 / William Penn Highway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.
5
55.6 mi into trip | ~1h 22m in

Take the exit toward PA 403: Dilltown, Johnstown

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward PA 403: Dilltown, Johnstown
6
66 mi into trip | ~1h 41m in | PA 56; PA 403 / Broad Street

At end of road, turn left onto PA 56; PA 403 / Broad Street

Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch

5
66.9 mi into trip | ~1h 43m in | Main Street

Turn left onto Main Street

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$11.12 one way

$22.25 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 24 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $12.18 $24.37
premium $4.93 $13.01 $26.03
diesel $5.61 $14.81 $29.63

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$11

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$36–$61

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 23.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 20.1 0 $7.05 $3.22
Efficient EV 16.8 0 $5.87 $2.68
EV Truck/SUV 26.8 0 $9.39 $4.29

Gas CO2

23 kg

EV CO2

8 kg (65% 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 19, 2026

Origin

Pittsburgh, PA

Night in Pittsburgh on Sunday

Local time

9:00 PM

EDT

Current temp

73°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Johnstown, PA

Night in Johnstown on Sunday

Local time

9:00 PM

EDT

Current temp

70°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

3 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

1h 43m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a turn-heavy local drive for this 67.1-mile stretch. With a 0% highway share, you'll be navigating city streets and local roads for the entire journey. The drive is characterized by frequent turns rather than long, uninterrupted stretches. While the longest stretch isn't specified, the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile suggests a need for constant attention to navigation and road changes. This isn't a high-speed cruise; rather, it's a more engaged driving experience through urban and suburban landscapes.

Only 21% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 41.1 mi on William Penn Highway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

4/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near I 376; US 22; US 30 / Penn-Lincoln Parkway East.

Driving Effort 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 1h 43m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (I 376; US 22; US 30 / Penn-Lincoln Parkway East): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 14.5 miles (US 22 / William Penn Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 55.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

About the Cities

Starting 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.

Arriving in Johnstown, PA

Full guide →

Johnstown is a city in Cambria County, Pennsylvania, 41 miles (66 km) west-southwest of Altoona, and 70 miles (110 km) east of Pittsburgh. The Conemaugh River forms at Johnstown from its tributaries, the Stonycreek River and the Little Conemaugh.

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 1h 43m. Total distance: 67.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 43m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (21%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 41.1 miles on William Penn Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (I 376; US 22; US 30 / Penn-Lincoln Parkway East): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 14.5 miles (US 22 / William Penn Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 55.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Johnstown, PA before heading back.

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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