Origin
Altoona, PA
Evening in Altoona on Sunday
Local time
8:30 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Altoona, PA to Waynesburg, PA
Drive Time
3h 3m
Distance
133.1 mi
214 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 52m
★
6 AM
3h 3m
8 AM
3h 26m
10 AM
3h 11m
12 PM
3h 9m
3 PM
3h 12m
5 PM
3h 25m
8 PM
2h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Waynesburg, PA
Jack Pace
Trip Overview
Spanning 133.1 miles across Pennsylvania, this trip from Altoona to Waynesburg typically takes about 3 hours and 3 minutes to complete. Given the manageable duration, you can easily handle this as a single-day excursion without needing to book an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $22 for fuel to cover the journey. Your path stays entirely within the Northeast region, connecting two distinct parts of the state. It is a straightforward drive that works well for those looking to reach their destination efficiently while maintaining a flexible schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
66.6 miles from Altoona, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 31m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience as you transition between local roads and major thoroughfares. You will navigate via the William Penn Highway, US 22, and the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, with roughly 36% of your time spent on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 34.2-mile run along the William Penn Highway. Because the route shifts between these varying road types, you should remain alert to changes in traffic flow and speed limits as you progress toward Waynesburg.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
William Penn Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 34.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6.5 miles in near US 22.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 133.1 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 6.5 miles (US 22): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 70.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 71.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
6.5 mi into trip
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~11m in
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US 22
Keep slight right at fork onto US 22 toward US 22 West: Ebensburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 22 West: Ebensburg
7
70.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 37m in
Take the exit toward PA 66: Greensburg, Delmont
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward PA 66: Greensburg, Delmont
8
71.1 mi into trip
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~1h 38m in
Keep slight left at fork toward PA 66 South: Greensburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward PA 66 South: Greensburg
7
71.2 mi into trip
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~1h 38m in
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PA 66 / State Route 66
Merge onto PA 66 / State Route 66 toward PA 66 South: Greensburg
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward PA 66 South: Greensburg
7
84.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 53m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 70 West: New Stanton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Toward I 70 West: New Stanton
Towns Along This Route
Between Altoona, PA and Waynesburg, PA, road signs point toward Delmont, Patp: New Stanton, Toll Pa 43: California, Pittsburgh and Fredericktown.
Delmont
70.9 mi in
|
~1h 37m
Patp: New Stanton
84.2 mi in
|
~1h 52m
Toll Pa 43: California
105 mi in
|
~2h 22m
Pittsburgh
105 mi in
|
~2h 22m
Fredericktown
112.5 mi in
|
~2h 30m
|
via PA 88
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| William Penn Highway | 34.2 mi | 47m |
| US 22 | 30.5 mi | 39m |
| Dwight D Eisenhower Highway | 19.9 mi | 27m |
| Amos K. Hutchinson Bypass | 12.2 mi | 13m |
| PA 88 | 10 mi | 15m |
| Jefferson Road | 7.4 mi | 11m |
| Mon/Fayette Expressway | 7.1 mi | 7m |
| 6th Avenue | 3.6 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
William Penn Highway
— 34.2 mi, about 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Altoona, PA and Waynesburg, PA.
1
Start on 7th Street
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
7th Street
2
Turn left onto Lexington Avenue
257 ft
·
16 sec
·
Lexington Avenue
Use the left lane.
3
Turn left onto 8th Street
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
8th Street
4
Turn right onto PA 764
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
7th Avenue
5
Continue on PA 764
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
6th Avenue
Use the straight lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
Toward US 22 West: Ebensburg
7
Continue on US 22
0.3 mi
·
21 sec
·
US 22
8
Keep slight right at fork onto US 22
30 mi
·
39 min
·
US 22
Toward US 22 West: Ebensburg
Use the slight right lane.
9
Continue on US 22
34 mi
·
47 min
·
William Penn Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward PA 66: Greensburg, Delmont
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork
417 ft
·
16 sec
Toward PA 66 South: Greensburg
Use the slight left lane.
12
Merge onto PA 66
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
State Route 66
Toward PA 66 South: Greensburg
Use the left lane.
13
Continue on PA Tpke 66
12 mi
·
13 min
·
Amos K. Hutchinson Bypass
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 0B
Toward I 70, I 76, PATP: New Stanton
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
49 sec
Toward I 70 West: New Stanton
Use the none lane.
16
Continue on I 70
20 mi
·
27 min
·
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Use the none lane.
17
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Toward Toll PA 43: California, Pittsburgh
18
Merge onto PA Tpke 43
7.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Mon/Fayette Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit onto PA 88
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
·
PA 88
Exit 28
Toward PA 88 South: West Brownsville, Fredericktown
20
Keep slight right at fork onto PA 88
9.5 mi
·
14 min
·
PA 88
21
Turn right onto PA 188
4.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Jefferson Road
22
Continue on PA 188
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Greene Street
23
Continue on PA 188
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Jefferson Road
24
Turn right onto PA 21
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Roy E. Furman Highway
25
Turn right onto US 19; PA 21
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
East High Street
Use the right lane.
26
Turn right onto North Porter Street
38 ft
·
1 sec
·
North Porter Street
27
Arrive at destination
North Porter Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively quick drive, you have the advantage of being able to depart at your convenience. Planning for one scheduled stop will help you break up the 3-hour journey comfortably. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge when navigating the sections off the main highway, as availability can vary. To make the most of your trip, try to time your departure to avoid peak traffic hours on the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, which will ensure a smoother transition throughout your 133.1-mile trek.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 66.6 miles from Altoona, PA, or about 1h 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.2 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 80 miles or 1h 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 66.6 miles or 1h 31m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Waynesburg, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Altoona, PA 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 Altoona, PA
This is one driving day of about 133.1 miles and 3h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Altoona, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on William Penn Highway for about 34.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 66.6 mi from Altoona, PA · 1h 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
67 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
Arriving in Waynesburg, PA
The final approach into Waynesburg, PA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Waynesburg, PA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.02 one way
$44.05 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
47 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $24.10 | $48.20 |
| premium | $4.92 | $25.79 | $51.58 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $29.57 | $59.14 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.35
Amos K. Hutchinson Bypass
(12.2 mi)
$0.85
Mon/Fayette Expressway
(7.1 mi)
$0.50
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
$22
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 46.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 39.9 | 0 | $13.98 | $6.39 |
| Efficient EV | 33.3 | 0 | $11.65 | $5.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 53.2 | 0 | $18.63 | $8.52 |
Gas CO2
47 kg
EV CO2
16 kg (66% 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
Waynesburg, PA
Evening in Waynesburg on Sunday
Local time
8:30 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°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
14 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
3h 3m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Altoona, PA to Waynesburg, PA covers 133.1 miles and takes about 3h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are William Penn Highway, US 22, Dwight D Eisenhower Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 66.6 miles from Altoona, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.02 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 133.1 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 6.5 miles (US 22): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 70.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 71.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Altoona, PA and Waynesburg, PA, road signs point toward Delmont, Patp: New Stanton, Toll Pa 43: California, Pittsburgh and Fredericktown.
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