Spice Restaurant & Bar
Around the midpoint, short detour
Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania
Hours: 2–11 pm
+17176913131
Visit websiteCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 26, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 12m
Distance
312.5 mi
503 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$51
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
32 DC fast
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Waynesburg, PA
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Philadelphia, PA
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The drive from Waynesburg, PA to Philadelphia, PA covers 312.5 miles and takes about 6h 12m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Pennsylvania Turnpike, I 76, Roy E. Furman Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly highway. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 236.3 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $50.98 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
156.3 miles from Waynesburg, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 14m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 236.3 mi | 4h 17m |
| I 76 | 18 mi | 26m |
| Roy E. Furman Highway | 14.1 mi | 19m |
| US 40 | 13.1 mi | 15m |
| McClellandtown Road | 10.5 mi | 18m |
| Pleasant Valley Road | 7.9 mi | 13m |
| PA 31 | 6 mi | 9m |
| US 119 | 2.9 mi | 3m |
Step-by-step road directions between Waynesburg, PA and Philadelphia, PA.
Start on North Porter Street
Turn left onto US 19; PA 21
Turn slight right onto US 19; PA 21
Turn left onto PA 21
Continue on PA 21
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto US 40; US 119
Continue on US 119; PA 711 Truck
Take the exit
Turn straight onto PA 982
Turn right onto PA 31
Turn slight left
Turn left
Take the ramp
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 70; I 76; PATP
Take the exit onto I 76
Keep slight left at fork onto I 676; US 30
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn right onto North 15th Street
Turn slight left onto PA 611
Keep slight left at fork onto South Penn Square
Arrive at destination
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.
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 69 miles or 1h 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 156.3 miles or 3h 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 3m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Philadelphia, PA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Waynesburg, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Waynesburg, PA
This is one driving day of about 312.5 miles and 6h 12m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
156 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.
A short stop after about 69 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 156.3 miles from Waynesburg, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Pennsylvania Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 236.3 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Best meal stop · final third
Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania
Around the midpoint, short detour
Hours: 2–11 pm
+17176913131
Bob Evans
Waynesburg, Pennsylvania
Best coffee break · home stretch
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Near the end, short detour
Hours: 12–10 pm
+12154653515
CNT Cafe
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Djakarta Cafe
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Around the midpoint, short detour
Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania
Hours: 2–11 pm
+17176913131
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Waynesburg, Pennsylvania
Hours: 7 am–9 pm
+17248521133
Visit websiteNear the start, ~9 min detour
Uniontown, Pennsylvania
Hours: 7 am–9 pm
+17244399560
Visit websiteNear the start, ~10 min detour
Uniontown, Pennsylvania
Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm
+17244388888
Visit websiteNear the start, ~12 min detour
Mt Pleasant, Pennsylvania
Hours: 4–8:30 pm
+17245473529
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Hours: 12–10 pm
+12154653515
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Hours: 7 am–3 pm
+12678869851
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Hours: 11 am–7:30 pm
+12154638888
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Hours: 7:30 am–4 pm
+12673191700
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Hours: 11 am–9 pm
+12153974420
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Hours: 7 am–5 pm
+12672772623
Visit websiteNear the end, ~9 min detour
Devon, Pennsylvania
Hours: 9 AM–3:30 PM
+16106881930
Visit websiteNear the start, right off the route
Waynesburg, Pennsylvania
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18889982546
Visit websiteNear the start, ~9 min detour
Uniontown, Pennsylvania
Hours: Open 24 hours
+17244250261
Visit websiteNear the start, right off the route
Waynesburg, Pennsylvania
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteNear the start, ~9 min detour
Uniontown, Pennsylvania
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18889982546
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Hours: Closed
+12152991000
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Hours: 9:30 am–5 pm
+12154481200
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Hours: 11 am–6 pm
+12157330390
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Hours: 9 am–5 pm
+12159652305
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Hours: Closed
+12159233811
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
+12159652305
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Hours: 9 am–5 pm
+14452232683
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Hours: 4–9:30 pm
+12154546159
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
5 decision points cluster between mile 25.5 and 312 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork toward US 119 North, US 40 West: Connellsville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit onto I 76 toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork onto I 676; US 30 / Vine Street Expressway toward I 676 East, US 30 East: Central Philadelphia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward 15th Street, Central Philadelphia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$50.98 one way
$101.97 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.56 | $56.07 | $112.13 |
| premium | $4.86 | $59.83 | $119.66 |
| diesel | $5.40 | $66.47 | $132.95 |
Estimated Tolls: $30.72
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
$51
Tolls
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$107–$132
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 109.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-20.
EV Charging Along Route
32 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
Travelers' Oasis - Tesla Supercharger
BREEZEWOOD, PA
12 DCFC
Giant - Tesla Supercharger
Harrisburg, PA
12 DCFC
South Somerset Service Plaza - Tesla Supercharger
Somerset, PA
8 DCFC
North Somerset Travel Plaza - Tesla Supercharger
Somerset, PA
8 DCFC
Sheetz - Tesla Supercharger
Breezewood, PA
8 DCFC
Sunoco - Tesla Supercharger
Fort Littleton, PA
8 DCFC
McKinney Station Ice Cream and Farm Market - Tesla Supercharger
Newburg, PA
8 DCFC
Sheetz - Tesla Supercharger
Carlisle, PA
8 DCFC
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $33 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 93.8 | 1 | $32.81 | $15.00 |
| Efficient EV | 78.1 | 0 | $27.34 | $12.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 125 | 1 | $43.75 | $20.00 |
Gas CO2
109 kg
EV CO2
37 kg (66% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Waynesburg on Sunday
Local time
8:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Destination
Evening in Philadelphia on Sunday
Local time
8:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
312.5 mi in 6h 12m, mostly highway — 236.3 mi of that is on Pennsylvania Turnpike.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and I 76. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 25.5 miles in.
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 17 significant decision points across 312.5 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 25.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 25.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 293 miles (I 76): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Waynesburg, PA to Philadelphia, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Patp along the way.
Patp
Founded 1796
The South Pittsburgh Region is an area of the Pittsburgh Region of Pennsylvania, made up of Washington and Greene Counties.
Top landmarks
“City of Brotherly Love” · Founded 1682
Top landmarks
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 12m. Total distance: 312.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 12m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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