Prospect Park to McMurray is 303.9 miles and takes about 6h 8m via Pennsylvania Turnpike and I-70, with a fuel budget near $50 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Northeast region, primarily traveling through Pennsylvania. Expect a largely highway experience, making it a straightforward drive. With a duration under seven hours and a relatively low fuel cost, this route is well-suited for a single-day trip, allowing for a prompt arrival at your destination.
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
151.9 miles from Prospect Park, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 4m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike
245.3 mi
4h 27m
I 70
15.2 mi
21m
Mon/Fayette Expressway
8 mi
8m
Darby Paoli Road
3.7 mi
6m
Sproul Road
3 mi
6m
Bebout Road
2.9 mi
6m
Woodland Avenue
2.3 mi
5m
East Lancaster Avenue
2.1 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 245.3 mi, about 4h 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Prospect Park, PA and McMurray, PA.
1
Start on Maryland Avenue
425 ft·20 sec·Maryland Avenue
2
Turn right onto PA 420
0.4 mi·1 min·Lincoln Avenue
3
Continue on PA 420
1.3 mi·2 min·Kedron Avenue
4
Continue on PA 420
2.3 mi·5 min·Woodland Avenue
5
Turn right onto PA 320
3.0 mi·6 min·Sproul Road
Use the straight lane.
6
Turn straight onto Springfield Road
0.8 mi·1 min·Springfield Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Turn left onto PA 3
1.5 mi·3 min·West Chester Pike
Use the left / straight lanes.
8
Turn right onto PA 252
1.6 mi·2 min·Newtown Street Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Continue on PA 252
3.7 mi·6 min·Darby Paoli Road
10
Turn left onto Darby Road
0.8 mi·1 min·Darby Road
11
At end of road, turn left onto US 30
2.1 mi·4 min·East Lancaster Avenue
12
Turn right onto PA 29
0.7 mi·1 min·South Morehall Road
13
Continue on PA 29
1.3 mi·2 min·North Morehall Road
14
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·45 sec
Toward PATP Toll, I 76 Toll: Valley Forge, HarrisburgUse the right lane.
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 76 Toll West: HarrisburgUse the slight left lane.
16
Merge onto I 76; PATP
245 mi·4 hr 27 min·Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
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.
18
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
19
Take the exit
0.1 mi·20 sec
Toward PA 201, PA 837: Donora, Fayette City
20
Turn slight right onto PA 201
440 ft·7 sec·Rostraver Road
21
Turn slight left onto Vance Deicas Highway
1.7 mi·2 min·Vance Deicas Highway
22
Continue on Donora-Monessen Bridge
0.4 mi·34 sec·Donora-Monessen Bridge
23
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·33 sec
24
Turn straight onto PA 837
1.2 mi·2 min·McKean Avenue
25
Turn left onto PA 837
1.8 mi·2 min·Monogahela Avenue
26
Turn left onto PA 88
0.5 mi·48 sec·Country Club Road
27
Turn right onto Coyle Curtin Road
0.9 mi·1 min·Coyle Curtin Road
28
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·1 min
29
Merge onto PA Tpke 43
8.0 mi·8 min·Mon/Fayette Expressway
30
Take the exit
0.4 mi·59 sec
Exit 48Toward West Elizabeth, Finleyville
31
Turn left onto Finleyville Elrama Road
0.8 mi·1 min·Finleyville Elrama Road
32
Continue on Washington Avenue
0.3 mi·41 sec·Washington Avenue
33
At end of road, turn left onto PA 88
0.3 mi·51 sec·Washington Avenue
34
Continue on Rankintown Road
0.5 mi·1 min·Rankintown Road
35
Continue on Venetia Road
1.5 mi·3 min·Venetia Road
36
Turn right onto Bebout Road
2.9 mi·6 min·Bebout Road
37
Enter roundabout onto Valley Brook Road
184 ft·5 sec·Valley Brook Road
38
Continue on Valley Brook Road
0.6 mi·1 min·Valley Brook Road
39
Turn left onto East McMurray Road
458 ft·26 sec·East McMurray Road
40
Turn left onto Thomas Road
52 ft·2 sec·Thomas Road
41
Arrive at destination
Thomas Road
Trip Plan
Given the 6-hour drive time, departing in the morning is recommended to ensure you arrive with ample daylight. This route is manageable in a single day, so you have flexibility in when you choose to depart. Plan for one stop along the way to stretch your legs and refuel, perhaps around the halfway point. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you approach the end of the 245.3-mile stretch on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, as services can be more spaced out on longer highway segments.
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 151.9 miles from Prospect Park, PA, or about 3h 4m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 245.3 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 67 miles or 1h 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 151.9 miles or 3h 4m 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 50m
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 Prospect Park, 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 Prospect Park, PA
This is one driving day of about 303.9 miles and 6h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 67 miles from Prospect Park, 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 245.3 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 25
5 decision points cluster between mile 19.6 and 296.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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19.6 mi into trip|~39m in
Take the ramp toward PATP Toll, I 76 Toll: Valley Forge, Harrisburg
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward PATP Toll, I 76 Toll: Valley Forge, Harr...
7
19.9 mi into trip|~39m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 76 Toll West: Harrisburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 76 Toll West: Harrisburg
7
265.8 mi into trip|~5h 8m 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
266.3 mi into trip|~5h 9m 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
296.3 mi into trip|~5h 50m 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
$50.38 one way
$100.77 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg106 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$55.18
$110.36
premium
$4.93
$58.94
$117.87
diesel
$5.61
$67.10
$134.19
Estimated Tolls: $32.44
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(245.3 mi)$31.88
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
$50
Tolls
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$108–$133
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 106.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $32 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
91.2
1
$31.91
$14.59
Efficient EV
76
0
$26.59
$12.16
EV Truck/SUV
121.6
1
$42.55
$19.45
Gas CO2
106 kg
EV CO2
36 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 20, 2026
Origin
Prospect Park, PA
Late night
in Prospect Park on Tuesday
Local time
5:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
McMurray, PA
Late night
in McMurray on Tuesday
Local time
5:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
67°F
Hancock, MD
152 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
21 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 8m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly highway, with 88% of the 303.9 miles on major interstates. You'll experience a long stretch of 245.3 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, indicating extended periods of highway cruising. The remaining portion will transition to surface roads as you approach McMurray. Be prepared for the transition from consistent highway speeds to potentially denser traffic and more frequent exits as you near your destination.
88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
41 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 245.3 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and I 70. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 19.6 miles in.
Driving Effort9/10
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 25 significant decision points across 303.9 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 19.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 19.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 265.8 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 Prospect Park, PA and McMurray, PA, road signs point toward Patp Toll, Harrisburg, Pa Turnpike 66 Toll: Greensburg, Wheeling, New Stanton and Washington - among others.
Patp Toll
19.6 mi in|~39m
Harrisburg
19.6 mi in|~39m
Pa Turnpike 66 Toll: Greensburg
265.8 mi in|~5h 8m|via I 70
Wheeling
265.8 mi in|~5h 8m|via I 70
New Stanton
265.8 mi in|~5h 8m|via I 70
Washington
266.3 mi in|~5h 9m|via I 70
Columbus
266.3 mi in|~5h 9m|via I 70
Fayette City
281 mi in|~5h 29m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 8m. Total distance: 303.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 8m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 245.3 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $32.44 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.
Yes — we found about 19 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 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. There are 19 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 19.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 19.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 265.8 miles (I 70): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.1 hours each way, a round trip means 12.3 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.
