Origin
Bentleyville, PA
Late night in Bentleyville on Thursday
Local time
12:05 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bentleyville, PA to McCracken, PA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
38m
Distance
22.9 mi
37 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 36m
★
6 AM
0h 39m
8 AM
0h 45m
10 AM
0h 41m
12 PM
0h 41m
3 PM
0h 42m
5 PM
0h 45m
8 PM
0h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bentleyville, PA
Michael Taccetta
McCracken, PA
Kai
Trip Overview
This 22.9-mile journey from Bentleyville, PA to McCracken, PA is a quick, 38-minute drive that's perfect for a single day trip. You'll primarily be on the Dwight D Eisenhower Highway and I-79, with a portion on Amity Ridge Road. With a modest fuel cost of around $4, this route is an economical option for a short excursion within the Northeast region. The overall feel is that of a turn-heavy local drive, so expect a dynamic experience rather than a straight, monotonous stretch. It's definitely manageable in one day, offering a convenient way to connect these two Pennsylvania locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
11.4 miles from Bentleyville, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 16m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for this 38-minute trip. While 16% of the route involves highway driving, the majority of your time will be on more winding local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 10.8 miles on the Dwight D Eisenhower Highway, offering a brief period of more consistent travel before you navigate through more varied terrain. This drive's personality shifts, moving from potentially faster highway sections to the more intricate movements of local roads, keeping you engaged behind the wheel.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 10.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.4 miles in.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 38m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles (I 70 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 12.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
1.4 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
5
1.6 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
I 70 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Merge onto I 70 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
12.4 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Take the exit toward I-79 south: Morgantown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I-79 south: Morgantown
6
16.5 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Take the exit toward US 19: Lone Pine, Amity
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 30
Toward US 19: Lone Pine, Amity
4
20.1 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
Banetown Road
Turn left onto Banetown Road
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Bentleyville, PA to McCracken, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Amity along the way.
Amity
16.5 mi in
|
~23m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dwight D Eisenhower Highway | 10.8 mi | 14m |
| I 79 | 3.7 mi | 4m |
| Amity Ridge Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| Banetown Road | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Baker Station Road | 1.4 mi | 4m |
| Vista Valley Road | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Pittsburgh Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
— 10.8 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bentleyville, PA and McCracken, PA.
1
Start on PA 917
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn left onto PA 917
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Pittsburgh Road
3
Turn left onto Carlton Drive
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
Carlton Drive
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
5
Merge onto I 70
11 mi
·
14 min
·
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Use the straight lane.
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Toward I-79 south: Morgantown
7
Continue on I 79
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
I 79
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 30
Toward US 19: Lone Pine, Amity
9
Turn right onto US 19
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Amity Ridge Road
10
Turn right onto Baker Station Road
1.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Baker Station Road
11
Turn left onto Banetown Road
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Banetown Road
12
Turn right onto T560
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Vista Valley Road
13
Turn right onto Sturge Hollow Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Sturge Hollow Road
14
Turn right
466 ft
·
34 sec
15
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the short 38-minute duration and 22.9-mile distance, this route offers a lot of flexibility. You can easily depart Bentleyville, PA at your leisure and arrive in McCracken, PA without feeling rushed. With a fuel cost estimated at just $4, you won't need to worry much about frequent refueling stops. Keep an eye out for the transitions between the Dwight D Eisenhower Highway, I-79, and Amity Ridge Road, as these are where the character of the drive changes. Since it's such a brief trip, stopping for a quick break isn't essential, but if you do, consider doing so after the longest 10.8-mile stretch on the Dwight D Eisenhower Highway.
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 11.4 miles from Bentleyville, PA, or about 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 10.8 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 22.9 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 11.4 miles or 16m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near McCracken, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Bentleyville, PA.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bentleyville, PA
This is one driving day of about 22.9 miles and 38m.
At 22.9 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on Dwight D Eisenhower Highway for about 10.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 11.4 mi from Bentleyville, PA · 16m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 22.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 11.4 miles from Bentleyville, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in McCracken, PA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into McCracken, PA if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.80 one way
$7.59 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $4.16 | $8.32 |
| premium | $4.93 | $4.44 | $8.88 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.06 | $10.11 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.9 | 0 | $2.40 | $1.10 |
| Efficient EV | 5.7 | 0 | $2.00 | $0.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.21 | $1.47 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
McCracken, PA
Late night in McCracken on Thursday
Local time
12:05 AM
EDT
Current temp
34°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
38m 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 Bentleyville, PA to McCracken, PA covers 22.9 miles and takes about 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Dwight D Eisenhower Highway, I 79, Amity Ridge Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 11.4 miles from Bentleyville, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.80 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 is a straightforward 38m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles (I 70 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 12.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
On the drive from Bentleyville, PA to McCracken, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Amity along the way.
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