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Trip from Sharpsville, 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

1h 33m

Distance

72.4 mi

116 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$12

one way

EV Charging

Good

5 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 21 min
4 AM
1h 27m ★
6 AM
1h 34m
8 AM
1h 48m
10 AM
1h 39m
12 PM
1h 37m
3 PM
1h 39m
5 PM
1h 47m
8 PM
1h 30m

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

Jack Pace

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

Pittsburgh, PA

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Trip Overview

This 72.4-mile drive from Sharpsville, PA to Pittsburgh, PA takes about 1 hour and 33 minutes, making it an easy day trip. With 87% of the journey on highways, it's a predominantly highway-focused experience. You'll navigate using the Beaver Valley Expressway, Pennsylvania Turnpike, and Parkway North. The estimated fuel cost is around $12, which is quite manageable for this distance. Since it’s a relatively short drive with no designated stops, you have a lot of flexibility in your timing. This route stays within the Northeast region and the state of Pennsylvania.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

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

Midpoint

36.2 miles from Sharpsville, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 46m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Beaver Valley Expressway 26.2 mi 28m
Pennsylvania Turnpike 18.5 mi 19m
Parkway North 11.4 mi 15m
I 79 5.7 mi 7m
North Hermitage Road 4.7 mi 9m
I 579 0.9 mi 1m
Lamor Road 0.9 mi 1m
South Walnut Street 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Beaver Valley Expressway — 26.2 mi, about 28m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Sharpsville, PA and Pittsburgh, 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

11 mi · 11 min · Beaver Valley Expressway
Toward Pittsburgh Use the straight / slight left lanes.
9

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 31 sec
Toward I 76, PATP, PA 351: Ohio, Harrisburg
10

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 40 sec
11

Keep slight left at fork

0.8 mi · 1 min
Toward I 76 East: Harrisburg
12

Merge onto I 76; PATP

19 mi · 19 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike
13

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Exit 28 Toward I 79, US 19: Erie, Pittsburgh Use the slight right lane.
14

Keep slight right at fork

0.6 mi · 1 min
Toward I 79 South: Pittsburgh Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Merge onto I 79

5.7 mi · 7 min · I 79
16

Keep slight left at fork onto I 279

11 mi · 15 min · Parkway North
Exit 72 Toward I 279: Pittsburgh Use the slight left / straight lanes.
17

Keep slight right at fork onto I 579

0.9 mi · 1 min · I 579
Toward I 579 South: Veterans Bridge Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 53 sec
Toward 7th Avenue, 6th Avenue Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19

Keep slight left at fork

502 ft · 14 sec
Toward PPG Arena, 6th Avenue
20

Turn straight onto Bigelow Boulevard

224 ft · 3 sec · Bigelow Boulevard
21

Continue on Bigelow Square

386 ft · 6 sec · Bigelow Square
Toward 6th Avenue Use the straight / left lanes.
22

Turn right onto Sixth Avenue

347 ft · 11 sec · Sixth Avenue
23

Turn left onto Grant Street

296 ft · 22 sec · Grant Street
24

Continue on Grant Street

254 ft · 13 sec · Grant Street
25

Arrive at destination

Grant Street

Trip Plan

For this straightforward 1 hour and 33-minute drive, departing earlier in the morning can help you avoid potential traffic into Pittsburgh. Since there are no mandatory stops and the longest stretch is manageable, you can decide on breaks as needed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you approach Pittsburgh, as fuel costs are estimated at $12 for the trip. A practical tip for this route is to ensure your navigation is set to avoid tolls if you prefer, though the main roads listed are generally tolled expressways.

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 36.2 miles from Sharpsville, PA, or about 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 26.2 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 16 miles or 23m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 36.2 miles or 46m 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 17m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pittsburgh, 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 72.4 miles and 1h 33m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 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 26.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

borough of Pennsylvania

Mid-route town

Meal stop

West Mayfield, PA

36 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

New Wilmington, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

West Mayfield, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 36.2 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

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 72.4

Hours: 10:30 am–12 pm

+14122611599

Visit website

Kiku Japanese Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

0.7 mi

Grand Concourse

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

0.7 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 72.4

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 72.4

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 12–2 pm

+14127653200

Visit website

Grand Concourse

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour Expensive mile 72.4

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 72.4

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 72.4

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 72.4

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 72.4

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 4–9:30 pm

+14124888708

Visit website

La Tavola Italiana Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $30 to $50 mile 72.4

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 5–9 pm

+14124813336

Visit website

Orbis Caffe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour $1 to $10 mile 72.4

Pittsburgh, PA

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+14125631220

Visit website

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

Autel Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 72.4

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Cochran Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 72.4

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 72.4

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

ChargeSmart EV Charging Station

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 72.4

Castle Shannon, Pennsylvania

Hours: 9 am–8 pm

+18887174544

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 20

5 decision points cluster between mile 6 and 59.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

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
52.4 mi into trip | ~1h 4m in

Take the exit toward I 79, US 19: Erie, Pittsburgh

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 28 Toward I 79, US 19: Erie, Pittsburgh
7
53 mi into trip | ~1h 6m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 79 South: Pittsburgh

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 79 South: Pittsburgh
8
59.4 mi into trip | ~1h 14m in | I 279 / Parkway North

Keep slight left at fork onto I 279 / Parkway North toward I 279: Pittsburgh

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / straight lanes. Exit 72 Toward I 279: Pittsburgh

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$12.00 one way

$24.01 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 25 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $13.15 $26.29
premium $4.93 $14.04 $28.08
diesel $5.61 $15.99 $31.97

Estimated Tolls: $2.41

Pennsylvania Turnpike (18.5 mi) $2.41

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

$12

Tolls

$2

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$39–$64

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 25.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 21.7 0 $7.60 $3.48
Efficient EV 18.1 0 $6.34 $2.90
EV Truck/SUV 29 0 $10.14 $4.63

Gas CO2

25 kg

EV CO2

8 kg (68% 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 18, 2026

Origin

Sharpsville, PA

Morning in Sharpsville on Sunday

Local time

10:52 AM

EDT

Current temp

70°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Pittsburgh, PA

Morning in Pittsburgh on Sunday

Local time

10:52 AM

EDT

Current temp

85°F

Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms

S 6 to 16 mph 80% chance 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

15 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

1h 33m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

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

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a fast-paced journey on this route, with 87% of the drive being highway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 26.2 miles on the Beaver Valley Expressway, offering a solid block of continuous driving. The character is primarily that of a highway-focused experience, designed for efficient travel rather than leisurely sightseeing. As you progress, the route transitions through different expressway systems, maintaining a consistent pace for most of the trip.

87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 26.2 mi on Beaver Valley Expressway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Beaver Valley Expressway and Pennsylvania Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6 miles in.

Driving Effort 10/10

Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 72.4 miles you will encounter 20 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 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; at 52.4 miles: 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 Sharpsville, PA and Pittsburgh, PA, road signs point toward Patp and Harrisburg.

Patp

32.5 mi in | ~41m

Harrisburg

32.5 mi in | ~41m

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 1h 33m. Total distance: 72.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 33m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 26.2 miles on Beaver Valley Expressway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $2.41 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.

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.

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 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; at 52.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

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