Providence, PA to McMurray, PA is 299.9 miles and takes about 6h 2m via Pennsylvania Turnpike, I 70, and Mon/Fayette Expressway, with a fuel budget near $49 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route stays within Pennsylvania, primarily traversing the Northeast region. Expect a predominantly highway experience for most of the trip. With a recommended one-day duration and a moderate drive time, this trip is well-suited for a single-day excursion if you prefer to cover ground efficiently.
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
149.9 miles from Providence, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike
237.7 mi
4h 19m
I 70
15.2 mi
21m
Mon/Fayette Expressway
8 mi
8m
PA 100
7.5 mi
11m
North Middletown Road
5.8 mi
9m
West Chester Pike
3.2 mi
5m
Bebout Road
2.9 mi
6m
Monogahela Avenue
1.8 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 237.7 mi, about 4h 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Providence, PA and McMurray, PA.
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Start on Beaumont Drive
0.2 mi·45 sec·Beaumont Drive
2
At end of road, turn right onto West Brookhaven Road
0.3 mi·50 sec·West Brookhaven Road
3
Turn left onto West Rose Valley Road
1.0 mi·2 min·West Rose Valley Road
4
Continue on Manchester Avenue
371 ft·17 sec·Manchester Avenue
5
Turn sharp left onto Manchester Road
0.3 mi·42 sec·Manchester Road
6
At end of road, turn right onto Knowlton Road
0.2 mi·22 sec·Knowlton Road
7
Continue on South Orange Street
0.4 mi·42 sec·South Orange Street
8
Turn left onto South Ridley Creek Road
0.6 mi·1 min·South Ridley Creek Road
9
At end of road, turn left onto Baltimore Pike
1.1 mi·2 min·Baltimore Pike
Use the straight lane.
10
Take the exit
313 ft·10 sec
Use the right lane.
11
Turn right onto PA 352
5.8 mi·9 min·North Middletown Road
12
Continue on PA 352
1.2 mi·2 min·South Chester Road
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
13
Turn left onto PA 3; PA 352
3.2 mi·5 min·West Chester Pike
Use the left / straight lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi·44 sec
Toward US 322 West, US 202 North: King of Prussia, DowningtownUse the slight right lane.
15
Merge onto US 202; US 322
1.2 mi·1 min·West Chester Bypass
16
Take the exit onto PA 100
7.5 mi·11 min·PA 100
Toward PA 100 North: ExtonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.4 mi·45 sec
Toward PATP
18
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·41 sec
Toward I 76 West: Harrisburg
19
Merge onto I 76; PATP
238 mi·4 hr 19 min·Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
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.
21
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
22
Take the exit
0.1 mi·20 sec
Toward PA 201, PA 837: Donora, Fayette City
23
Turn slight right onto PA 201
440 ft·7 sec·Rostraver Road
24
Turn slight left onto Vance Deicas Highway
1.7 mi·2 min·Vance Deicas Highway
25
Continue on Donora-Monessen Bridge
0.4 mi·34 sec·Donora-Monessen Bridge
26
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·33 sec
27
Turn straight onto PA 837
1.2 mi·2 min·McKean Avenue
28
Turn left onto PA 837
1.8 mi·2 min·Monogahela Avenue
29
Turn left onto PA 88
0.5 mi·48 sec·Country Club Road
30
Turn right onto Coyle Curtin Road
0.9 mi·1 min·Coyle Curtin Road
31
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·1 min
32
Merge onto PA Tpke 43
8.0 mi·8 min·Mon/Fayette Expressway
33
Take the exit
0.4 mi·59 sec
Exit 48Toward West Elizabeth, Finleyville
34
Turn left onto Finleyville Elrama Road
0.8 mi·1 min·Finleyville Elrama Road
35
Continue on Washington Avenue
0.3 mi·41 sec·Washington Avenue
36
At end of road, turn left onto PA 88
0.3 mi·51 sec·Washington Avenue
37
Continue on Rankintown Road
0.5 mi·1 min·Rankintown Road
38
Continue on Venetia Road
1.5 mi·3 min·Venetia Road
39
Turn right onto Bebout Road
2.9 mi·6 min·Bebout Road
40
Enter roundabout onto Valley Brook Road
184 ft·5 sec·Valley Brook Road
41
Continue on Valley Brook Road
0.6 mi·1 min·Valley Brook Road
42
Turn left onto East McMurray Road
458 ft·26 sec·East McMurray Road
43
Turn left onto Thomas Road
52 ft·2 sec·Thomas Road
44
Arrive at destination
Thomas Road
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 6-hour drive, consider an early morning departure from Providence, PA, to maximize daylight. The longest stretch is 237.7 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, so plan your first stop after that to refuel and stretch. With a fuel cost estimate around $49, keeping an eye on your fuel gauge is advisable, especially before embarking on longer highway segments. Since this is a one-day trip, you have the flexibility to adjust your pacing as needed, but sticking close to the estimated 6-hour duration will help you arrive comfortably.
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 149.9 miles from Providence, PA, or about 3h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 237.7 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 66 miles or 1h 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 149.9 miles or 3h 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 45m
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 Providence, 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 Providence, PA
This is one driving day of about 299.9 miles and 6h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 66 miles from Providence, 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 237.7 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 29
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 261.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|West Brookhaven Road
At end of road, turn right onto West Brookhaven Road
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
6
1.6 mi into trip|~4m in|Manchester Road
Turn sharp left onto Manchester Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
6
4.2 mi into trip|~9m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
14.5 mi into trip|~27m in
Take the exit toward US 322 West, US 202 North: King of Prussia, Downingtown
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 US 322 West, US 202 North: King of Pruss...
7
261.8 mi into trip|~5h 2m 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:...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$47.82 one way
$95.64 round trip
$4.05/gal25.4 MPG avg105 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.48
$52.92
$105.84
premium
$4.81
$56.77
$113.54
diesel
$4.80
$56.63
$113.25
Estimated Tolls: $31.46
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(237.7 mi)$30.90
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
$48
Tolls
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$104–$129
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 104.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $31 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
90
1
$31.49
$14.40
Efficient EV
75
0
$26.24
$12.00
EV Truck/SUV
120
1
$41.99
$19.19
Gas CO2
105 kg
EV CO2
35 kg (67% 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 Jul 17, 2026
Origin
Providence, PA
Late night
in Providence on Sunday
Local time
5:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Smoke
W 5 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 17 at 3:59PM EDT until July 18 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued July 17 at 1:40PM EDT until July 19 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
Destination
McMurray, PA
Late night
in McMurray on Sunday
Local time
5:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Smoke
NW 2 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 17 at 3:59PM EDT until July 18 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued July 17 at 1:40PM EDT until July 19 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
82°F
Martinsburg, PA
150 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
6h 2m 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.
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...
2 mi from route
~6 min detour
Free
near mile 113.7
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
~15 min detour
Free
near mile 217.1
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...
9 mi from route
~22 min detour
Free
near mile 10.3
Valley Forge is the place where George Washington and the Continental Army took refuge during the winter of 1777-1778. Today the park protects 3,500 acres of meadows, woodlands, historic landscapes, a...
11 mi from route
~27 min detour
Free
near mile 20.7
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...
13 mi from route
~32 min detour
Free
near mile 72.4
The park represents the founding ideals of the nation, and preserves national and international symbols of freedom and democracy, including Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell. The Declaration of I...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is mostly highway, with 90% of the 299.9 miles on major roadways. You'll experience a significant stretch of 237.7 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike. The transition to surface roads will occur after this extensive highway segment, offering a change of pace as you approach your destination. Expect to encounter dense highway exits and merges throughout the initial portion of the drive.
90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
44 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 237.7 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
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 0.2 miles in near West Brookhaven Road.
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 29 significant decision points across 299.9 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 0.2 miles (West Brookhaven Road): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 1.6 miles (Manchester Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 4.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Hilly terrain with moderate elevation changes
2,509 ft130 ft
Total Climb
3,369 ft
Total Descent
2,496 ft
Highest Point
2,509 ft
~214.2 mi in
Elevation Range
2,379 ft
Notable High Points
1,821 ft at ~171.3 miles+691 ft prominence
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Providence, PA and McMurray, PA, road signs point toward Patp, Pa Turnpike 66 Toll: Greensburg, Wheeling, New Stanton, Washington and Columbus - among others.
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 2m. Total distance: 299.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 2m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 237.7 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $31.46 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: at 0.2 miles (West Brookhaven Road): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 1.6 miles (Manchester Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 4.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument, Flight 93 National Memorial and First State National Historical Park (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.0 hours each way, a round trip means 12.1 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.
