Streetsboro, OH to Pittsburgh, PA is 104 miles and takes about 2 hours via Ohio Turnpike and Pennsylvania Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $15 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route takes you from the Midwest region into the Northeast, largely sticking to major toll roads. Given its relatively short distance and predominantly highway profile, it's a straightforward drive for a single day. Expect a direct connection between these two urban centers with minimal detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
52 miles from Streetsboro, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 57m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Ohio Turnpike
53.8 mi
57m
Pennsylvania Turnpike
28.2 mi
30m
Parkway North
11.4 mi
15m
I 79
5.7 mi
7m
Cleveland East Liverpool Road
1.4 mi
2m
I 579
0.9 mi
1m
Grant Street
0.1 mi
<1m
Bigelow Square
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Ohio Turnpike
— 53.8 mi, about 57m
Traffic on I-279
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 4 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~2,234 veh/hr typical
· worst 2,786
Quietest
2 AM
~85 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
26.3×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 51 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Streetsboro, OH and Pittsburgh, PA.
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Start on SR 14; SR 303
1.4 mi·2 min·Cleveland East Liverpool Road
Use the straight lane.
2
Continue on SR 14
121 ft·1 sec·SR 14
3
Take the ramp
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward US 80, Ohio Turnpike: Youngstown, ToledoUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
4
Merge onto I 80
54 mi·57 min·Ohio Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Continue on I 76; PATP
28 mi·30 min·Pennsylvania Turnpike
6
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 28Toward I 79, US 19: Erie, PittsburghUse the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 79 South: PittsburghUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 79
5.7 mi·7 min·I 79
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 279
11 mi·15 min·Parkway North
Exit 72Toward I 279: PittsburghUse the slight left / straight lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 579
0.9 mi·1 min·I 579
Toward I 579 South: Veterans BridgeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi·53 sec
Toward 7th Avenue, 6th AvenueUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork
502 ft·14 sec
Toward PPG Arena, 6th Avenue
13
Turn straight onto Bigelow Boulevard
224 ft·3 sec·Bigelow Boulevard
14
Continue on Bigelow Square
386 ft·6 sec·Bigelow Square
Toward 6th AvenueUse the straight / left lanes.
15
Turn right onto Sixth Avenue
347 ft·11 sec·Sixth Avenue
16
Turn left onto Grant Street
296 ft·22 sec·Grant Street
17
Continue on Grant Street
254 ft·13 sec·Grant Street
18
Arrive at destination
Grant Street
Trip Plan
For this 2-hour drive, leaving in the morning or early afternoon is ideal to avoid the heaviest commuter traffic entering Pittsburgh. Since the total travel time is under two hours, you won't need to plan for multiple overnight stops. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as the $15 estimated cost suggests efficient, but not extensive, fueling options directly on the turnpikes. A good tip for this route is to have your toll pass ready, as both the Ohio and Pennsylvania Turnpikes are tolled.
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 52 miles from Streetsboro, OH, or about 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 53.8 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 23 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52 miles or 57m 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 34m
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 Streetsboro, OH 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 Streetsboro, OH
This is one driving day of about 103.9 miles and 2h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Streetsboro, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Ohio Turnpike for about 53.8 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 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 84 and 103.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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84 mi into trip|~1h 31m 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
84.6 mi into trip|~1h 33m 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
90.9 mi into trip|~1h 42m 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
7
102.3 mi into trip|~1h 57m in|I 579
Keep slight right at fork onto I 579 toward I 579 South: Veterans Bridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 579 South: Veterans Bridge
7
103.2 mi into trip|~1h 59m in
Take the exit toward 7th Avenue, 6th Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward 7th Avenue, 6th Avenue
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.46 one way
$30.92 round trip
$3.78/gal25.4 MPG avg36 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.23
$17.32
$34.64
premium
$4.78
$19.55
$39.11
diesel
$5.40
$22.10
$44.20
Estimated Tolls: $6.36
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(28.2 mi)$3.67
Ohio Turnpike
(53.8 mi)$2.69
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
$15
Tolls
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-20.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
31.2
0
$10.91
$4.99
Efficient EV
26
0
$9.09
$4.16
EV Truck/SUV
41.6
0
$14.55
$6.65
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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 26, 2026
Origin
Streetsboro, OH
Afternoon
in Streetsboro on Sunday
Local time
12:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Areas Of Fog
N 5 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 25 at 9:50PM EDT until April 27 at 3:00PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Destination
Pittsburgh, PA
Afternoon
in Pittsburgh on Sunday
Local time
12:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Mostly Cloudy
N 5 mph1% chanceLive 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 1m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Cuyahoga Valley National Park
National Park
Though a short distance from the urban areas of Cleveland and Akron, Cuyahoga Valley National Park seems worlds away. The park is a refuge for native plants and wildlife, and provides routes of discov...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly highway, with 96% of the route on major interstates. You'll experience a longest stretch of 53.8 miles on the Ohio Turnpike before transitioning to the Pennsylvania Turnpike and then Parkway North. Expect dense exits and merging traffic as you approach and enter the Pittsburgh area.
96% 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: 53.8 mi on Ohio Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Ohio Turnpike and Pennsylvania Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 84 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 14 significant decision points across 103.9 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 84 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 84.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 90.9 miles (I 279 / Parkway North): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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.
Top landmarks
•Carnegie Museum of Natural History — natural history museum in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
•Allegheny Observatory — historic observatory of the University of Pittsburgh
•Carnegie Museum of Art — museum in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 1m. Total distance: 103.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 53.8 miles on Ohio Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $6.36 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 8 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 Pittsburgh, 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. There are 8 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 84 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 84.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 90.9 miles (I 279 / Parkway North): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Cuyahoga Valley National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Pittsburgh, PA before heading back.
