Origin
Avis, PA
Late night in Avis on Wednesday
Local time
1:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Avis, PA to Pittsburgh, PA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
3h 51m
Distance
177.7 mi
286 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 39m
★
6 AM
3h 52m
8 AM
4h 17m
10 AM
4h 1m
12 PM
3h 58m
3 PM
4h 2m
5 PM
4h 16m
8 PM
3h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Avis, PA
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Pittsburgh, PA
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Trip Overview
This 177.7-mile journey from Avis to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is best tackled in a single day, taking approximately 3 hours and 51 minutes. You'll navigate a mix of roads, including the William Penn Highway and I-99, with about 27% of the drive on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is $29. Given the relatively short duration and the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, it's a manageable day trip. You'll stay within the Northeast region throughout this Pennsylvania drive.
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
88.9 miles from Avis, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 46m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a dynamic driving experience on this route, characterized by frequent turns rather than a steady interstate cruise. With only 27% of the drive on highways, you'll spend most of your time on local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 61.2 miles along the William Penn Highway, offering a good segment of consistent travel before you transition to other road types. This profile suggests a route that keeps you engaged with varying road conditions and directions.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
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 61.2 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 29.2 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 177.7 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 29.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 53.6 miles (I 99; US 220): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 163.4 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.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
29.2 mi into trip
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~37m in
Take the exit toward I 99 South, US 220 South, PA 26: Bellefonte
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 161
Toward I 99 South, US 220 South, PA 26: Bellefo...
6
53.6 mi into trip
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~1h 7m in
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I 99; US 220
Keep slight left at fork onto I 99; US 220 toward I 99 South, US 220 South: Port Matilda, Altoona
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 99 South, US 220 South: Port Matilda,...
8
163.4 mi into trip
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~3h 30m in
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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
176.9 mi into trip
|
~3h 49m in
Take the exit toward Second Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 71B
Toward Second Avenue
7
177.6 mi into trip
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~3h 51m in
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Grant Street
Turn right onto Grant Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Avis, PA and Pittsburgh, PA, road signs point toward Altoona and Hollidaysburg.
Altoona
53.6 mi in
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~1h 7m
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via I 99; US 220
Hollidaysburg
87.4 mi in
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~1h 43m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| William Penn Highway | 61.2 mi | 1h 25m |
| I 99 | 33.8 mi | 36m |
| Jacksonville Road | 24.2 mi | 28m |
| Penn-Lincoln Parkway East | 13.5 mi | 18m |
| Admiral Peary Highway | 13.4 mi | 19m |
| Keystone Shortway | 11.8 mi | 12m |
| Appalachian Thruway | 10.9 mi | 12m |
| Nittany Valley Drive | 4.4 mi | 7m |
Longest stretch:
William Penn Highway
— 61.2 mi, about 1h 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Avis, PA and Pittsburgh, PA.
1
Start on Purslane Alley
66 ft
·
10 sec
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Purslane Alley
2
Turn left onto East Central Avenue
0.3 mi
·
53 sec
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East Central Avenue
3
Keep slight left at fork onto West Central Avenue
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
West Central Avenue
4
Continue on Woodward Avenue
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Woodward Avenue
5
Turn left onto PA 150
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
·
PA 150
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
7
Merge onto US 220
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Appalachian Thruway
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
Exit 107
Toward PA 477: Salona
9
Turn right onto PA 477
439 ft
·
10 sec
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Long Run Road
10
At end of road, turn left onto PA 64
4.4 mi
·
7 min
·
Nittany Valley Drive
11
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
12
Merge onto I 80; US 220
12 mi
·
12 min
·
Keystone Shortway
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
53 sec
Exit 161
Toward I 99 South, US 220 South, PA 26: Bellefonte
14
Turn left onto US 220; PA 26
24 mi
·
28 min
·
Jacksonville Road
Use the straight lane.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 99; US 220
34 mi
·
36 min
·
I 99; US 220
Toward I 99 South, US 220 South: Port Matilda, Altoona
16
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 22: Ebensburg, Hollidaysburg
17
Continue on this road
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
·
this road
18
Continue on US 22
16 mi
·
19 min
·
William Penn Highway
19
Continue on US 22
13 mi
·
19 min
·
Admiral Peary Highway
Use the straight lane.
20
Continue on US 22
45 mi
·
1 hr 6 min
·
William Penn Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Keep slight right at fork onto I 376; US 22
13 mi
·
18 min
·
Penn-Lincoln Parkway East
Toward I 376 West, US 22 West: Pittsburgh
Use the slight left lane.
22
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 71B
Toward Second Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Turn straight onto Second Avenue
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Second Avenue
24
At end of road, turn right onto Ross Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Ross Street
25
Turn left onto Fifth Avenue
352 ft
·
10 sec
·
Fifth Avenue
26
Turn right onto Grant Street
513 ft
·
21 sec
·
Grant Street
Use the right lane.
27
Arrive at destination
Grant Street
Trip Plan
For this 3-hour and 51-minute trip, you have flexibility in your departure time, but an early start can help you avoid potential traffic as you approach Pittsburgh. With only one recommended stop and the longest stretch being 61.2 miles, you can easily manage your breaks. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the estimated cost is $29, and plan your refill accordingly. A specific tip for this route: pay close attention to your GPS, especially on the William Penn Highway, as the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile means you'll be making frequent adjustments.
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 88.9 miles from Avis, PA, or about 1h 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 61.2 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 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 88.9 miles or 1h 46m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 4m
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 Avis, 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 Avis, PA
This is one driving day of about 177.7 miles and 3h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Avis, 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 61.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 88.9 mi from Avis, PA · 1h 46m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
89 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 88.9 miles from Avis, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before William Penn Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 61.2 miles.
Arriving in Pittsburgh, PA
The final approach into Pittsburgh, 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 Pittsburgh, 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
$29.46 one way
$58.92 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
62 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $32.27 | $64.53 |
| premium | $4.93 | $34.46 | $68.93 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $39.23 | $78.47 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.76
Appalachian Thruway
(10.9 mi)
$0.76
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
$29
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 62.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 53.3 | 0 | $18.66 | $8.53 |
| Efficient EV | 44.4 | 0 | $15.55 | $7.11 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 71.1 | 0 | $24.88 | $11.37 |
Gas CO2
62 kg
EV CO2
21 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
Pittsburgh, PA
Late night in Pittsburgh on Wednesday
Local time
1:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°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
3 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
3h 51m 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 Avis, PA to Pittsburgh, PA covers 177.7 miles and takes about 3h 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are William Penn Highway, I 99, Jacksonville Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 88.9 miles from Avis, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $29.46 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 18 significant decision points across 177.7 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 29.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 53.6 miles (I 99; US 220): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 163.4 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.
Between Avis, PA and Pittsburgh, PA, road signs point toward Altoona and Hollidaysburg.
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