Trip from Pocono Ranch Lands, PA to Pittsburgh, PA

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

6h 38m

Distance

314.7 mi

506 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$52

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 36 min

4 AM

6h 26m ★

6 AM

6h 38m

8 AM

7h 2m

10 AM

6h 47m

12 PM

6h 44m

3 PM

6h 48m

5 PM

7h 1m

8 PM

6h 31m

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

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Pocono Ranch Lands, PA

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

Pittsburgh, PA

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Trip Overview

This 314.7-mile journey from Pocono Ranch Lands, PA, to Pittsburgh, PA, is a solid day trip, estimated to take about 6 hours and 38 minutes of driving time. You'll primarily navigate via the Keystone Shortway, William Penn Highway, and I-99, with about 18% of the drive on highways. Expect a fuel cost around $52 for this trip across Pennsylvania. The route is characterized by its turn-heavy local drive feel, suggesting a more engaging and less monotonous travel experience. With one recommended stop, this drive is best tackled in a single day, allowing you to reach your destination without an overnight stay.

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

157.3 miles from Pocono Ranch Lands, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 14m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Keystone Shortway	148.3 mi	2h 47m
William Penn Highway	61.2 mi	1h 25m
I 99	33.8 mi	36m
Jacksonville Road	24.2 mi	28m
Penn-Lincoln Parkway East	13.5 mi	18m
Admiral Peary Highway	13.4 mi	19m
US 209	9.5 mi	18m
Seven Bridge Road	3.1 mi	6m

Longest stretch: Keystone Shortway — 148.3 mi, about 2h 47m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Pocono Ranch Lands, PA and Pittsburgh, PA.

Start on Whippoorwill Drive

27 ft · 6 sec · Whippoorwill Drive

Turn left onto Jerry Marcus Boulevard

0.3 mi · 1 min · Jerry Marcus Boulevard

At end of road, turn left onto Minks Pond Road

0.7 mi · 1 min · Minks Pond Road

Turn right onto Milford Road

2.7 mi · 5 min · Milford Road

Turn left onto Brodhead Road

1.6 mi · 3 min · Brodhead Road

Turn right onto US 209

9.2 mi · 17 min · US 209

Enter roundabout onto US 209

176 ft · 6 sec · Seven Bridge Road

Continue on US 209

3.1 mi · 5 min · Seven Bridge Road

Keep slight right at fork onto US 209

0.3 mi · 36 sec · US 209

Merge onto I 80

3.6 mi · 5 min · Keystone Shortway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 80

145 mi · 2 hr 42 min · Keystone Shortway

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 53 sec

Exit 161 Toward I 99 South, US 220 South, PA 26: Bellefonte

Turn left onto US 220; PA 26

24 mi · 28 min · Jacksonville Road

Use the straight lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 99; US 220

34 mi · 36 min · I 99; US 220

Toward I 99 South, US 220 South: Port Matilda, Altoona

Take the exit

0.8 mi · 1 min

Toward US 22: Ebensburg, Hollidaysburg

Continue on this road

0.5 mi · 43 sec · this road

Continue on US 22

16 mi · 19 min · William Penn Highway

Continue on US 22

13 mi · 19 min · Admiral Peary Highway

Use the straight lane.

Continue on US 22

45 mi · 1 hr 6 min · William Penn Highway

Use the straight / right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 376; US 22

13 mi · 18 min · Penn-Lincoln Parkway East

Toward I 376 West, US 22 West: Pittsburgh Use the slight left lane.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 38 sec

Exit 71B Toward Second Avenue Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Turn straight onto Second Avenue

0.3 mi · 41 sec · Second Avenue

At end of road, turn right onto Ross Street

0.2 mi · 32 sec · Ross Street

Turn left onto Fifth Avenue

352 ft · 10 sec · Fifth Avenue

Turn right onto Grant Street

513 ft · 21 sec · Grant Street

Use the right lane.

Arrive at destination

Grant Street

Trip Plan

Given the 6-hour 38-minute duration, starting your 314.7-mile drive from Pocono Ranch Lands early in the morning is advisable to maximize daylight and allow for a comfortable pace. Plan for one stop to break up the journey, perhaps around the midpoint of the 148.3-mile longest stretch on the Keystone Shortway. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you transition off the more direct highway sections. The estimated fuel cost of $52 is a helpful budget point, but always check prices as you go. This route's turn-heavy nature means staying alert and enjoying the changing scenery will be key to a successful trip.

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 157.3 miles from Pocono Ranch Lands, PA, or about 3h 14m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 148.3 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 69 miles or 1h 35m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 157.3 miles or 3h 14m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 5h 14m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Pocono Ranch Lands, 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 Pocono Ranch Lands, PA

This is one driving day of about 314.7 miles and 6h 38m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 69 miles from Pocono Ranch Lands, 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 Keystone Shortway for about 148.3 miles.

Where to Stop

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

town in Allegany County, New York, United States of America

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Wellsville, NY

157 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

City of Scranton, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 69 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Bellefonte, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 157.3 miles from Pocono Ranch Lands, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Keystone Shortway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 148.3 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

Primanti Bros. Restaurant and Bar

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 314.7

Hours: 10:30 am–12 pm

+14122611599

Visit website

Kiku Japanese Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

0.7 mi

Triplets Family Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania

0.8 mi

Primanti Bros. Restaurant and Bar

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 314.7

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 10:30 am–12 pm

+14122611599

Visit website

Kiku Japanese Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $20 to $30 mile 314.7

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 12–2 pm

+14127653200

Visit website

Triplets Family Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 22.5

Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania

Hours: 5 am–9 pm

+15704216566

Visit website

Grand Concourse

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour Expensive mile 314.7

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11:30 am–9:30 pm

+14122611717

Visit website

Primanti Bros. Restaurant and Bar

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 314.7

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 8 am–12 pm

+14122632142

Visit website

J & J's Family Restaurant & Catering

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 314.7

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+14123811822

Cambod-Ican Kitchen Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 314.7

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 5:30 pm–2 am

+14123816199

Visit website

KAVSAR RESTAURANT

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour Moderately mile 314.7

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 4–9:30 pm

+14124888708

Visit website

Orbis Caffe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour $1 to $10 mile 314.7

Pittsburgh, PA

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+14125631220

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 45

Blakeslee, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 89.9

Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Autel Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 314.7

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Tesla Supercharger

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 67.4

Drums, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 89.9

Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

SWTCH Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 67.4

Drums, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18447982438

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 67.4

Hazleton, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 89.9

Nescopeck, Pennsylvania

2.2 mi from route

Bushkill Falls

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~11 min detour

Bushkill, Pennsylvania

Hours: 9 am–4 pm

+15705886682

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 18

5 decision points cluster between mile 166.1 and 314.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

166.1 mi into trip | ~3h 24m in

Take the exit toward I 99 South, US 220 South, PA 26: Bellefonte

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

Exit 161 Toward I 99 South, US 220 South, PA 26: Bellefo...

190.5 mi into trip | ~3h 53m in | I 99; US 220

Keep slight left at fork onto I 99; US 220 toward I 99 South, US 220 South: Port Matilda, Altoona

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

Toward I 99 South, US 220 South: Port Matilda,...

300.4 mi into trip | ~6h 17m in | I 376; US 22 / Penn-Lincoln Parkway East

Keep slight right at fork onto I 376; US 22 / Penn-Lincoln Parkway East toward I 376 West, US 22 West: Pittsburgh

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left lane. Toward I 376 West, US 22 West: Pittsburgh

313.8 mi into trip | ~6h 35m in

Take the exit toward Second Avenue

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 71B Toward Second Avenue

314.6 mi into trip | ~6h 37m in | Grant Street

Turn right onto Grant Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$52.17 one way

$104.35 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 110 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.61	$57.14	$114.28
premium	$4.93	$61.03	$122.06
diesel	$5.61	$69.48	$138.96

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$52

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$77–$102

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 110.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $33 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	94.4	1	$33.04	$15.11
Efficient EV	78.7	0	$27.54	$12.59
EV Truck/SUV	125.9	1	$44.06	$20.14

Gas CO2

110 kg

EV CO2

37 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

Pocono Ranch Lands, PA

Morning in Pocono Ranch Lands on Sunday

Local time

10:51 AM

EDT

Current temp

41°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Pittsburgh, PA

Morning in Pittsburgh on Sunday

Local time

10:51 AM

EDT

Current temp

73°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

57°F

Wellsville, NY

157 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

32 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

6h 38m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

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

What kind of drive is this?

The personality of this 314.7-mile drive leans heavily towards a turn-heavy local experience, rather than a straight interstate cruise. While 18% of the route utilizes highways, the majority offers a more engaging journey. You'll encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch at 148.3 miles along the Keystone Shortway, providing a good segment of consistent travel. Beyond that, expect a more dynamic road character with frequent turns and transitions as you move through different terrains. This varied profile means you'll likely be more actively involved in the driving process.

Only 18% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.

26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 148.3 mi on Keystone Shortway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 166.1 miles in.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 314.7 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 166.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 190.5 miles (I 99; US 220): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 300.4 miles (I 376; US 22 / Penn-Lincoln Parkway East): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Pocono Ranch Lands, PA and Pittsburgh, PA, road signs point toward Altoona and Hollidaysburg.

Altoona

190.5 mi in | ~3h 53m | via I 99; US 220

Hollidaysburg

224.3 mi in | ~4h 30m

About the Cities

Arriving 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 6h 38m. Total distance: 314.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

6h 38m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 148.3 miles on Keystone Shortway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes — we found about 24 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.

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 Pittsburgh, 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. There are 24 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.

Not recommended in a single day. At 6.6 hours each way, a round trip means 13.3 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Pittsburgh, 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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Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

Primanti Bros. Restaurant and Bar

Primanti Bros. Restaurant and Bar

Kiku Japanese Restaurant

Triplets Family Restaurant

Grand Concourse

Primanti Bros. Restaurant and Bar

J & J's Family Restaurant & Catering

Cambod-Ican Kitchen Restaurant

KAVSAR RESTAURANT

Orbis Caffe

Tesla Supercharger

Electrify America Charging Station

Autel Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

Tesla Supercharger

SWTCH Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

ChargePoint Charging Station

Montour County Rest Area Westbound

Service Plaza

Onvo Travel Plaza

Love's Travel Stop

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Pilot Travel Center

Pilot Travel Center

Crescent Lake Rest Area

Clinton County Rest Area Eastbound

Luzerne County Rest Area Eastbound

Onvo Travel Plaza

Flying J Travel Center

Flying J Travel Center

Hickory Run Truck Plaza

Clinton County Rest Area Westbound

Montour County Rest Area Eastbound

Columbia County Rest Area Eastbound

Columbia County Rest Area Westbound

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Service Plaza

Pennsylvania Welcome Center

Onvo Travel Plaza

Blue Ridge Travel Plaza

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Bushkill Falls

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Pocono Ranch Lands, PA

Pittsburgh, PA

Same local time

32 degrees warmer at arrival

6h 38m on the road

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

About the Cities

Arriving in Pittsburgh, PA

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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