The drive from Armagh, PA to McMurray, PA covers 67.4 miles and takes about 1h 50m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on William Penn Highway, Penn-Lincoln Parkway East, McMurray Road for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 38.6 miles on William Penn Highway.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.17 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
33.7 miles from Armagh, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 51m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 50m. Total distance: 67.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 50m drive with frequent turns across 67.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 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 38.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 40.1 miles in near I 376; US 22 / Penn-Lincoln Parkway East.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 67.4 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: at 40.1 miles (I 376; US 22 / Penn-Lincoln Parkway East): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 51.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 52 miles (PA 885 / Bates Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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40.1 mi into trip|~1h in|I 376; US 22 / Penn-Lincoln Parkway East
Keep slight right at fork onto I 376; US 22 / Penn-Lincoln Parkway East toward I 376 West, US 22 West: Pittsburgh
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 376 West, US 22 West: Pittsburgh
7
51.9 mi into trip|~1h 16m in
Take the exit toward PA 885 South: Glenwood
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 73A
Toward PA 885 South: Glenwood
6
52 mi into trip|~1h 17m in|PA 885 / Bates Street
Turn right onto PA 885 / Bates Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
52.1 mi into trip|~1h 17m in|PA 885 / Second Avenue
Turn left onto PA 885 / Second Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
6
63.4 mi into trip|~1h 41m in|Orange Belt / McMurray Road
At end of road, turn left onto Orange Belt / McMurray Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
William Penn Highway
38.6 mi
57m
Penn-Lincoln Parkway East
11.8 mi
16m
McMurray Road
3.9 mi
8m
Blue Belt
3 mi
6m
Bethel Church Road
2.5 mi
6m
Becks Run Road
2.5 mi
3m
West Philadelphia Street
1.5 mi
2m
East Carson Street
1.2 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
William Penn Highway
— 38.6 mi, about 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Armagh, PA and McMurray, PA.
1
Start on West Philadelphia Street
1.5 mi·2 min·West Philadelphia Street
2
Turn left onto US 22
39 mi·57 min·William Penn Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Keep slight right at fork onto I 376; US 22
12 mi·16 min·Penn-Lincoln Parkway East
Toward I 376 West, US 22 West: PittsburghUse the slight left lane.
4
Take the exit
478 ft·24 sec
Exit 73AToward PA 885 South: GlenwoodUse the slight right lane.
5
Turn right onto PA 885
0.1 mi·13 sec·Bates Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Turn left onto PA 885
0.1 mi·19 sec·Second Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
7
Turn right onto Hot Metal Street
0.5 mi·1 min·Hot Metal Street
8
At end of road, turn left onto PA 837
1.2 mi·2 min·East Carson Street
9
Turn right onto Blue Belt
2.5 mi·3 min·Becks Run Road
10
Continue on Blue Belt
0.2 mi·21 sec·Biscayne Drive
11
At end of road, turn right onto Blue Belt
0.6 mi·54 sec·Maytide Street
12
Turn left onto PA 51; Blue Belt
0.2 mi·28 sec·Saw Mill Run Boulevard
13
Take the exit onto Blue Belt
3.0 mi·6 min·Blue Belt
Use the straight / left lanes.
14
Turn slight right onto Milford Drive
0.4 mi·54 sec·Milford Drive
15
Turn left onto Hillcrest Street
0.3 mi·38 sec·Hillcrest Street
16
Continue on Bethel Church Road
365 ft·12 sec·Bethel Church Road
17
At end of road, turn right onto Bethel Church Road
1.3 mi·3 min·Bethel Church Road
18
Turn left onto Bethel Church Road
1.1 mi·2 min·Bethel Church Road
19
At end of road, turn left onto Orange Belt
3.9 mi·8 min·McMurray Road
Use the left lane.
20
Turn left onto Thomas Road
52 ft·2 sec·Thomas Road
21
Arrive at destination
Thomas Road
Trip Plan
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 33.7 miles from Armagh, PA, or about 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 38.6 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 15 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33.7 miles or 51m 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 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near McMurray, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Armagh, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Armagh, PA
This is one driving day of about 67.4 miles and 1h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Armagh, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on William Penn Highway for about 38.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.7 mi from Armagh, PA
· 51m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Johnstown Flood National Memorial
National Memorial
The South Fork Dam failed on Friday, May 31, 1889, and unleashed 20,000,000 tons of water that devastated Johnstown, PA. The flood killed 2,209 people but it brought the nation and the world together...
On Tuesday morning, September 11, 2001, the U.S. came under attack when four commercial airliners were hijacked and used to strike targets on the ground. Nearly 3,000 people tragically lost their live...
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
20.2
0
$7.08
$3.24
Efficient EV
16.9
0
$5.90
$2.70
EV Truck/SUV
27
0
$9.44
$4.31
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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 16, 2026
Origin
Armagh, PA
Afternoon
in Armagh on Saturday
Local time
1:13 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
McMurray, PA
Afternoon
in McMurray on Saturday
Local time
1:13 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°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
17 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 50m 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 Armagh, PA to McMurray, PA covers 67.4 miles and takes about 1h 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are William Penn Highway, Penn-Lincoln Parkway East, McMurray Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 33.7 miles from Armagh, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.17 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 67.4 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 40.1 miles (I 376; US 22 / Penn-Lincoln Parkway East): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 51.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 52 miles (PA 885 / Bates Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Armagh, PA to McMurray, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Johnstown Flood National Memorial and Flight 93 National Memorial.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh 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.
