Origin
Pittsburgh, PA
Morning in Pittsburgh on Sunday
Local time
9:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pittsburgh, PA to Lynn, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
55m
Distance
31.6 mi
51 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
★
6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 4m
10 AM
0h 58m
12 PM
0h 57m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 4m
8 PM
0h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pittsburgh, PA
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Lynn, PA
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Trip Overview
Pittsburgh to Lynn is 31.6 miles and takes about 55 minutes via Clairton Boulevard, Saw Mill Run Boulevard, and Liberty Tunnels, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This straightforward drive stays within Pennsylvania, moving from the Northeast region to itself. Expect a local, turn-heavy experience rather than an open highway journey. Given its short duration, this route is ideal for a same-day trip, allowing for flexibility in your schedule. It’s a practical option for getting between these two points without extensive travel time.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Clairton Boulevard | 25 mi | 39m |
| Saw Mill Run Boulevard | 3.7 mi | 7m |
| Liberty Tunnels | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Liberty Bridge | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| West Constitution Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| North Hancock Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Sixth Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Crosstown Boulevard | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Clairton Boulevard
— 25 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pittsburgh, PA and Lynn, PA.
1
Start on Grant Street
45 ft
·
5 sec
·
Grant Street
2
Turn right onto Sixth Avenue
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Sixth Avenue
Use the straight lane.
3
Continue on Crosstown Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Crosstown Boulevard
4
Continue on Liberty Bridge
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Liberty Bridge
5
Continue on Liberty Tunnels
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Liberty Tunnels
6
Continue on US 19 Truck
152 ft
·
3 sec
·
West Liberty Avenue
Use the straight lane.
7
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
41 sec
Toward PA 51: Uniontown
Use the right lane.
8
Merge onto PA 51
3.7 mi
·
7 min
·
Saw Mill Run Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Continue on PA 51
25 mi
·
39 min
·
Clairton Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Turn left onto West Constitution Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
West Constitution Street
11
At end of road, turn left onto North Hancock Street
0.3 mi
·
58 sec
·
North Hancock Street
12
Turn slight left onto North Liberty Street
148 ft
·
6 sec
·
North Liberty Street
13
Arrive at destination
North Liberty Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 31.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.8 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 55 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 31.3 — 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
|
Sixth Avenue
Turn right onto Sixth Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
2.1 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the exit toward PA 51: Uniontown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward PA 51: Uniontown
6
2.3 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
PA 51 / Saw Mill Run Boulevard
Merge onto PA 51 / Saw Mill Run Boulevard
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
30.9 mi into trip
|
~52m in
|
West Constitution Street
Turn left onto West Constitution Street
Navigation decision point
5
31.3 mi into trip
|
~54m in
|
North Hancock Street
At end of road, turn left onto North Hancock Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.24 one way
$10.48 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $5.74 | $11.48 |
| premium | $4.93 | $6.13 | $12.26 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.98 | $13.95 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.32 | $1.52 |
| Efficient EV | 7.9 | 0 | $2.77 | $1.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.6 | 0 | $4.42 | $2.02 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Lynn, PA
Morning in Lynn on Sunday
Local time
9:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
55m 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?
This route is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive' with a 0% highway share, meaning you'll be navigating city streets and local roads for the entire 31.6 miles. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is approximately 25 miles along Clairton Boulevard. As you transition from Pittsburgh, you'll likely experience a more urban driving feel, with frequent intersections and traffic signals guiding your way through the various neighborhoods. The drive progress involves a series of turns and changes in road names, including Saw Mill Run Boulevard and the Liberty Tunnels.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 25 mi on Clairton Boulevard.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
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 early in the drive near Sixth Avenue.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 55m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Sixth Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.3 miles (PA 51 / Saw Mill Run Boulevard): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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.
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 55m. Total distance: 31.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 25 miles on Clairton Boulevard. 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: near the start (Sixth Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.3 miles (PA 51 / Saw Mill Run Boulevard): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Fort Necessity National Battlefield. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Lynn, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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