Origin
Slippery Rock, PA
Late night in Slippery Rock on Tuesday
Local time
5:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Slippery Rock, PA to McMurray, PA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 29m
Distance
66.4 mi
107 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 23m
★
6 AM
1h 29m
8 AM
1h 43m
10 AM
1h 34m
12 PM
1h 33m
3 PM
1h 35m
5 PM
1h 42m
8 PM
1h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Slippery Rock, PA
David Hitchcock
McMurray, PA
Haneul Trac
Trip Overview
Traveling from Slippery Rock to McMurray is a straightforward 66.4-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 29 minutes. Because this is a short, efficient trip, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily utilize I-79, supplemented by stretches on New Castle Road and Georgetown Road to reach your destination. Budgeting approximately $11 for fuel should comfortably cover your expenses for the drive. Both your starting point and destination are located within the Northeast region of Pennsylvania, keeping the transit atmosphere consistent throughout. This route is ideal for those prioritizing speed and practicality over a leisurely, winding pace.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 79 | 54 mi | 1h 5m |
| New Castle Road | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| Georgetown Road | 2.6 mi | 5m |
| Valley Brook Road | 2.4 mi | 5m |
| New Castle Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Southern Beltway | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Morganza Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| 105 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 79
— 54 mi, about 1h 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Slippery Rock, PA and McMurray, PA.
1
Start on PA 173
43 ft
·
8 sec
·
South Main Street
2
Turn left onto PA 108
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
New Castle Street
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on PA 108
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
New Castle Road
4
Take the ramp onto 105
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
105
5
Merge onto I 79
33 mi
·
37 min
·
I 79
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 79
21 mi
·
28 min
·
I 79
Toward Washington
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 49
Toward PA Tpke 576 Toll West: Pittsburgh International Airport, Morganza Road
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Toward Morganza Road, National Cemetery
9
Merge onto PA Tpke 576
0.6 mi
·
57 sec
·
Southern Beltway
10
Keep slight left at fork
342 ft
·
8 sec
Toward Morganza Road
11
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
this road
Exit 19
Toward Morganza Road
12
Turn right onto Morganza Road
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
Morganza Road
Use the right lane.
13
Turn left onto Georgetown Road
2.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Georgetown Road
14
Continue on Valley Brook Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Valley Brook Road
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
15
Continue on Valley Brook Road
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Valley Brook Road
Use the right lane.
16
Turn right onto East McMurray Road
420 ft
·
16 sec
·
East McMurray Road
17
Turn left onto Thomas Road
52 ft
·
2 sec
·
Thomas Road
18
Arrive at destination
Thomas Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.2 miles from Slippery Rock, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 145 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 59.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
PA 108 / New Castle Street
Turn left onto PA 108 / New Castle Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
4.4 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
I 79
Merge onto I 79
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
37.7 mi into trip
|
~44m in
|
I 79
Keep slight right at fork onto I 79 toward Washington
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward Washington
8
58.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
Take the exit toward PA Tpke 576 Toll West: Pittsburgh International Airport, Morganza Road
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 49
Toward PA Tpke 576 Toll West: Pittsburgh Intern...
6
59.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Morganza Road, National Cemetery
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Morganza Road, National Cemetery
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.01 one way
$22.02 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $12.06 | $24.11 |
| premium | $4.93 | $12.88 | $25.75 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.66 | $29.32 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.04
Southern Beltway
(0.6 mi)
$0.04
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Tolls
$0
Total
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.9 | 0 | $6.97 | $3.19 |
| Efficient EV | 16.6 | 0 | $5.81 | $2.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.6 | 0 | $9.30 | $4.25 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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.
Destination
McMurray, PA
Late night in McMurray on Tuesday
Local time
5:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
22 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 29m 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?
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 81% of your travel time will be spent cruising on major roads. The core of your commute is a 54-mile uninterrupted stretch along I-79, which allows you to maintain a steady speed for the majority of the trip. Transitioning away from this primary interstate, the drive shifts briefly onto local roads like New Castle and Georgetown, providing a change of pace from the typical highway grind. You will find that the road maintains a predictable, functional personality rather than a technical or winding one. It is a no-nonsense path designed for commuters and travelers who want to move between these two points with minimal complexity.
81% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 54 mi on I 79.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 79 and New Castle Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near PA 108 / New Castle Street.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 66.4 miles you will encounter 14 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: near the start (PA 108 / New Castle Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.4 miles (I 79): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 37.7 miles (I 79): 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Slippery Rock, PA and McMurray, PA, road signs point toward Washington, Pa Tpke 576 Toll West: Pittsburgh International Airport and National Cemetery.
Washington
37.7 mi in
|
~44m
|
via I 79
Pa Tpke 576 Toll West: Pittsburgh International Airport
58.3 mi in
|
~1h 12m
National Cemetery
59.1 mi in
|
~1h 13m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 29m. Total distance: 66.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 54 miles on I 79. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.04 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: near the start (PA 108 / New Castle Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.4 miles (I 79): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 37.7 miles (I 79): 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.
Was this helpful?
Thanks for your feedback!
Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!
/500
Recent Tips
·
Explore More
More trips to McMurray, PA
Explore more options from Slippery Rock, PA or browse trips ending in McMurray, PA.
Looking for more statewide routes? Browse PA road trips.