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Trip from Sharpsville, PA to McMurray, PA

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

Drive Time

1h 45m

Distance

84.6 mi

136 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$14

one way

EV Charging

Good

7 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 23 min
4 AM
1h 38m ★
6 AM
1h 45m
8 AM
2h 1m
10 AM
1h 51m
12 PM
1h 49m
3 PM
1h 52m
5 PM
2h 0m
8 PM
1h 41m

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

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Downtown Sharpsville, PA, PA

Sharpsville, PA

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Downtown McMurray, PA, PA

McMurray, PA

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Trip Overview

Sharpsville, PA to McMurray, PA is 84.6 miles and takes about 1h 45m via Beaver Valley Expressway and Southern Beltway, with a fuel budget near $14 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Pennsylvania, traversing the Northeast region for its entirety. It's primarily a highway-focused journey, making it a straightforward option if you're looking for an efficient way to get from point A to point B. Consider this route for a quick, no-fuss trip, especially if you're comfortable with a significant portion of your travel on expressways.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

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

Midpoint

42.3 miles from Sharpsville, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 51m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Beaver Valley Expressway 50.7 mi 54m
Southern Beltway 18.4 mi 20m
North Hermitage Road 4.7 mi 9m
Airport Expressway 2.7 mi 2m
Georgetown Road 2.6 mi 5m
Valley Brook Road 2.4 mi 5m
Lamor Road 0.9 mi 1m
Morganza Road 0.4 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Beaver Valley Expressway — 50.7 mi, about 54m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Sharpsville, PA and McMurray, PA.

1

Start on South Mercer Avenue

95 ft · 7 sec · South Mercer Avenue
2

Turn right onto PA 518

0.2 mi · 27 sec · South Walnut Street
3

Continue on PA 518

0.9 mi · 1 min · Lamor Road
4

Turn right onto PA 18

4.7 mi · 9 min · North Hermitage Road
Use the right lane.
5

Continue on PA 18

0.2 mi · 22 sec · New Castle Road
6

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 52 sec
Toward PA 760 South: New Castle Use the slight right lane.
7

Merge onto PA 760

15 mi · 16 min · Beaver Valley Expressway
Use the straight / right lanes.
8

Keep slight right at fork onto I 376 Toll

35 mi · 38 min · Beaver Valley Expressway
Toward Pittsburgh Use the straight / slight left lanes.
9

Keep slight left at fork onto I 376

2.7 mi · 2 min · Airport Expressway
10

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 29 sec
Exit 53 Toward PA Turnpike 576 East: Pittsburgh International Airport, Washington Use the slight right lane.
11

Keep slight right at fork

0.6 mi · 1 min
Toward PA Turnpike 576 East: Washington Use the slight right lane.
12

Continue on PA Tpke 576

18 mi · 20 min · Southern Beltway
13

Keep slight left at fork

342 ft · 8 sec
Toward Morganza Road
14

Continue on this road

0.2 mi · 28 sec · this road
Exit 19 Toward Morganza Road
15

Turn right onto Morganza Road

0.4 mi · 54 sec · Morganza Road
Use the right lane.
16

Turn left onto Georgetown Road

2.6 mi · 5 min · Georgetown Road
17

Continue on Valley Brook Road

1.0 mi · 2 min · Valley Brook Road
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
18

Continue on Valley Brook Road

1.4 mi · 3 min · Valley Brook Road
Use the right lane.
19

Turn right onto East McMurray Road

420 ft · 16 sec · East McMurray Road
20

Turn left onto Thomas Road

52 ft · 2 sec · Thomas Road
21

Arrive at destination

Thomas Road

Trip Plan

With a total duration of about 1 hour and 45 minutes, this is a trip you can easily complete in a single day. Leaving Sharpsville in the morning or early afternoon should give you plenty of daylight to reach McMurray comfortably. Given the relatively short drive and the $14 fuel cost, you won't need to worry extensively about frequent refueling. However, it's always a good idea to top off your tank before departing to ensure you have ample fuel for the 84.6-mile journey, especially with the longest stretch being over 50 miles.

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 42.3 miles from Sharpsville, PA, or about 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 50.7 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 19 miles or 26m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 42.3 miles or 51m 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 McMurray, PA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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

Day 1

Settle into the route from Sharpsville, PA

This is one driving day of about 84.6 miles and 1h 45m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Sharpsville, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Beaver Valley Expressway for about 50.7 miles.

Where to Stop

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

borough in and the county seat of Beaver County, Pennsylvania

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Beaver, PA

42 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

Ellwood City, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Beaver, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 42.3 miles from Sharpsville, 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

Hill House Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

New Castle, Pennsylvania

Early in the drive, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 24.2

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+17246524401

Visit website

Primanti Bros. Restaurant and Bar

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

1.8 mi

Los Bajitos | Mexican Restaurant & Grill

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Canonsburg, Pennsylvania

2.1 mi

Hill House Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 24.2

New Castle, Pennsylvania

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+17246524401

Visit website

Primanti Bros. Restaurant and Bar

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 60.4

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 4:30 am–8 pm

+14124725062

Visit website

Los Bajitos | Mexican Restaurant & Grill

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 78.6

Canonsburg, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+17247456791

Visit website

Chuck Tanners Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 18.1

New Castle, Pennsylvania

Hours: 7:30 am–3 pm

+17246585900

Visit website

Bean Curd

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 84.6

McMurray, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–8:30 pm

+17249416688

Visit website

Grande Italian Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 84.6

McMurray, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+17249419822

Visit website

Edwards Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 18.1

New Castle, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+17246587455

Visit website

Oasis Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 78.6

Bridgeville, Pennsylvania

Hours: 3–8 pm

+14125645007

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour

Sharon, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 78.6

Bridgeville, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

3.2 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 60.4

Moon Township, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 60.4

Moon Township, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 84.6

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

5 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 84.6

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 12–8 am

+18887584389

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 84.6

McMurray, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 15

5 decision points cluster between mile 1.1 and 59.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
1.1 mi into trip | ~2m in | PA 18 / North Hermitage Road

Turn right onto PA 18 / North Hermitage Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
7
6 mi into trip | ~12m in

Take the exit toward PA 760 South: New Castle

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

Use the slight right lane. Toward PA 760 South: New Castle
7
21.4 mi into trip | ~29m in | I 376 Toll / Beaver Valley Expressway

Keep slight right at fork onto I 376 Toll / Beaver Valley Expressway toward Pittsburgh

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight left lanes. Toward Pittsburgh
8
59.6 mi into trip | ~1h 10m in

Take the exit toward PA Turnpike 576 East: Pittsburgh International Airport, Washington

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 53 Toward PA Turnpike 576 East: Pittsburgh Interna...
7
59.9 mi into trip | ~1h 11m in

Keep slight right at fork toward PA Turnpike 576 East: Washington

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward PA Turnpike 576 East: Washington

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$14.03 one way

$28.05 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 30 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $15.36 $30.72
premium $4.93 $16.41 $32.81
diesel $5.61 $18.68 $37.36

Estimated Tolls: $1.29

Southern Beltway (18.4 mi) $1.29

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

$14

Tolls

$1

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$40–$65

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 29.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 25.4 0 $8.88 $4.06
Efficient EV 21.2 0 $7.40 $3.38
EV Truck/SUV 33.8 0 $11.84 $5.41

Gas CO2

30 kg

EV CO2

10 kg (67% 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

Sharpsville, PA

Morning in Sharpsville on Sunday

Local time

10:52 AM

EDT

Current temp

70°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

McMurray, PA

Morning in McMurray on Sunday

Local time

10:52 AM

EDT

Current temp

49°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

21 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 45m 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 drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 63% of the journey on highways. You'll experience a substantial uninterrupted stretch of 50.7 miles on the Beaver Valley Expressway, offering a consistent pace. The route features a mix of expressways and other main roads, providing a dynamic driving experience without being overly technical. Expect a smooth ride for the majority of the trip, allowing for a steady progress towards your destination.

63% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 50.7 mi on Beaver Valley Expressway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Beaver Valley Expressway and Southern Beltway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.1 miles in near PA 18 / North Hermitage Road.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 84.6 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 1.1 miles (PA 18 / North Hermitage Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.4 miles (I 376 Toll / Beaver Valley Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Sharpsville, PA and McMurray, PA, road signs point toward Pittsburgh, Pa Turnpike 576 East: Pittsburgh International Airport, Washington and Pa Turnpike 576 East: Washington.

Pittsburgh

21.4 mi in | ~29m | via I 376 Toll

Pa Turnpike 576 East: Pittsburgh International Airport

59.6 mi in | ~1h 10m

Washington

59.6 mi in | ~1h 10m

Pa Turnpike 576 East: Washington

59.9 mi in | ~1h 11m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 45m. Total distance: 84.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 45m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (63%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 50.7 miles on Beaver Valley Expressway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $1.29 in tolls one way, starting with Southern Beltway. 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.

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.

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 1.1 miles (PA 18 / North Hermitage Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.4 miles (I 376 Toll / Beaver Valley Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at McMurray, 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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