Origin
Blawnox, PA
Morning in Blawnox on Saturday
Local time
7:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Blawnox, PA to Pittsburgh, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
17m
Distance
9.8 mi
16 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Good
5 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 16m
★
6 AM
0h 18m
8 AM
0h 21m
10 AM
0h 19m
12 PM
0h 19m
3 PM
0h 19m
5 PM
0h 21m
8 PM
0h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Blawnox, PA
K6
Pittsburgh, PA
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Trip Overview
Blawnox to Pittsburgh is 9.8 miles and takes about 17 minutes via Allegheny Valley Expressway, with a fuel budget near $2 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short drive stays within the Northeast region and the state of Pennsylvania, making it a convenient local trip. Given its brief length, it's ideal for a quick commute or a simple transfer between areas. The route is primarily focused on highway travel, so expect consistent speeds and minimal traffic interruptions. You'll find it straightforward, with little need for extensive planning due to its short distance.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 17m. Total distance: 9.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 76% of the journey taking place on major expressways. You'll experience a consistent driving pace for the majority of the 9.8 miles, including a significant stretch of 7.4 miles on the Allegheny Valley Expressway. The initial part of the route will feel like a typical urban expressway, designed for efficient travel. As you approach your destination, the character remains largely highway-oriented, ensuring a direct and swift arrival into Pittsburgh.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Allegheny Valley Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 7.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Allegheny Valley Expressway and Freeport Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Blaw Avenue.
Driving Effort
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 9.8 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 17m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Blaw Avenue): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 8.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Blaw Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto Blaw Avenue
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
8
8.5 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Take the exit toward I 579 South, I 279 South: Veterans Bridge, Monroeville, Fort Pitt Bridge, Airport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 1A
Toward I 579 South, I 279 South: Veterans Bridg...
9
8.5 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 579 South: Veterans Bridge, Monroeville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 579 South: Veterans Bridge, Monroevill...
7
9.1 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Take the exit toward 7th Avenue, 6th Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward 7th Avenue, 6th Avenue
6
9.5 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Keep slight left at fork toward PPG Arena, 6th Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward PPG Arena, 6th Avenue
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Blawnox, PA and Pittsburgh, PA, road signs point toward Monroeville and Airport.
Monroeville
8.5 mi in
|
~14m
Airport
8.5 mi in
|
~14m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Allegheny Valley Expressway | 7.4 mi | 11m |
| Freeport Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Veterans Bridge | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Pine Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Grant Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Bigelow Square | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Sixth Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Bigelow Boulevard | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Allegheny Valley Expressway
— 7.4 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Blawnox, PA and Pittsburgh, PA.
1
Start on Pine Street
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
·
Pine Street
2
At end of road, turn right onto Blaw Avenue
147 ft
·
17 sec
·
Blaw Avenue
3
Turn left onto Freeport Road
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
Freeport Road
4
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
5
Merge onto PA 28
7.4 mi
·
11 min
·
Allegheny Valley Expressway
Use the straight lane.
6
Take the exit
181 ft
·
4 sec
Exit 1A
Toward I 579 South, I 279 South: Veterans Bridge, Monroeville, Fort Pitt Bridge, Airport
Use the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 579 South: Veterans Bridge, Monroeville
Use the slight left lane.
8
Merge onto I 579
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
Veterans Bridge
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Toward 7th Avenue, 6th Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork
502 ft
·
14 sec
Toward PPG Arena, 6th Avenue
11
Turn straight onto Bigelow Boulevard
224 ft
·
3 sec
·
Bigelow Boulevard
12
Continue on Bigelow Square
386 ft
·
6 sec
·
Bigelow Square
Toward 6th Avenue
Use the straight / left lanes.
13
Turn right onto Sixth Avenue
347 ft
·
11 sec
·
Sixth Avenue
14
Turn left onto Grant Street
296 ft
·
22 sec
·
Grant Street
15
Continue on Grant Street
254 ft
·
13 sec
·
Grant Street
16
Arrive at destination
Grant Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.62 one way
$3.25 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $1.78 | $3.56 |
| premium | $4.93 | $1.90 | $3.80 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.16 | $4.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.9 | 0 | $1.03 | $0.47 |
| Efficient EV | 2.5 | 0 | $0.86 | $0.39 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.9 | 0 | $1.37 | $0.63 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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.
Destination
Pittsburgh, PA
Morning in Pittsburgh on Saturday
Local time
7:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°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
4 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
17m 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 Blawnox, PA to Pittsburgh, PA covers 9.8 miles and takes about 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Allegheny Valley Expressway, Freeport Road, Veterans Bridge. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4.9 miles from Blawnox, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.62 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 short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 9.8 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 17m.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Blaw Avenue): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 8.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Blawnox, PA and Pittsburgh, PA, road signs point toward Monroeville and Airport.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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