Origin
Blossburg, PA
Evening in Blossburg on Wednesday
Local time
8:41 PM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Blossburg, PA to Pittsburgh, PA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
4h 54m
Distance
230.7 mi
371 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$38
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 41m
★
6 AM
4h 54m
8 AM
5h 21m
10 AM
5h 4m
12 PM
5h 1m
3 PM
5h 5m
5 PM
5h 20m
8 PM
4h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Blossburg, PA
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Pittsburgh, PA
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Trip Overview
This 230.7-mile journey from Blossburg, PA to Pittsburgh, PA is a solid one-day drive, estimated to take about 4 hours and 54 minutes. You'll navigate a mix of major roadways, including portions of the William Penn Highway and Appalachian Thruway, alongside I-99, with about 20% of the drive on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $38. This route is best suited as a single-day adventure, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. It offers a practical way to travel between the Northeast regions of Pennsylvania.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
115.4 miles from Blossburg, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 19m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for a significant portion of this 230.7-mile trip. While you will encounter I-99, only about 20% of the route is highway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll experience is 61.2 miles on the William Penn Highway, indicating a more continuous, less fragmented driving experience on this segment. The road character will likely shift as you transition between these different types of thoroughfares, requiring your attention throughout the 4-hour and 54-minute duration.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 29 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 1.2 miles in near Boone Run Road.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 230.7 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 1.2 miles (Boone Run Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 216.4 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 20 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
1.2 mi into trip
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~2m in
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Boone Run Road
Turn right onto Boone Run Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
1.3 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward US 15 South: Williamsport
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward US 15 South: Williamsport
8
216.4 mi into trip
|
~4h 33m 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
229.9 mi into trip
|
~4h 51m 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
230.6 mi into trip
|
~4h 54m in
|
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 Blossburg, PA and Pittsburgh, PA, road signs point toward Altoona and Hollidaysburg.
Altoona
106.6 mi in
|
~2h 9m
|
via I 99; US 220
Hollidaysburg
140.4 mi in
|
~2h 46m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| William Penn Highway | 61.2 mi | 1h 25m |
| Appalachian Thruway | 51.7 mi | 58m |
| 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 |
| Susquehanna Beltway | 11.4 mi | 15m |
Longest stretch:
William Penn Highway
— 61.2 mi, about 1h 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Blossburg, PA and Pittsburgh, PA.
1
Start on Hannibal Street
351 ft
·
20 sec
·
Hannibal Street
2
Turn right onto Main Street
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Main Street
3
Turn left onto North Williamson Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North Williamson Road
4
Turn right onto Boone Run Road
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Boone Run Road
Use the right lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward US 15 South: Williamsport
Use the left lane.
6
Merge onto I 99; US 15
36 mi
·
40 min
·
Appalachian Thruway
7
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 220 South: Lock Haven
Use the slight right lane.
8
Merge onto US 220
11 mi
·
15 min
·
Susquehanna Beltway
9
Continue on US 220
16 mi
·
18 min
·
Appalachian Thruway
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
Exit 107
Toward PA 477: Salona
11
Turn right onto PA 477
439 ft
·
10 sec
·
Long Run Road
12
At end of road, turn left onto PA 64
4.4 mi
·
7 min
·
Nittany Valley Drive
13
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
14
Merge onto I 80; US 220
12 mi
·
12 min
·
Keystone Shortway
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
53 sec
Exit 161
Toward I 99 South, US 220 South, PA 26: Bellefonte
16
Turn left onto US 220; PA 26
24 mi
·
28 min
·
Jacksonville Road
Use the straight lane.
17
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
18
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 22: Ebensburg, Hollidaysburg
19
Continue on this road
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
·
this road
20
Continue on US 22
16 mi
·
19 min
·
William Penn Highway
21
Continue on US 22
13 mi
·
19 min
·
Admiral Peary Highway
Use the straight lane.
22
Continue on US 22
45 mi
·
1 hr 6 min
·
William Penn Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
23
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.
24
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 71B
Toward Second Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Turn straight onto Second Avenue
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Second Avenue
26
At end of road, turn right onto Ross Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Ross Street
27
Turn left onto Fifth Avenue
352 ft
·
10 sec
·
Fifth Avenue
28
Turn right onto Grant Street
513 ft
·
21 sec
·
Grant Street
Use the right lane.
29
Arrive at destination
Grant Street
Trip Plan
For this 230.7-mile drive, consider an early start to maximize your daylight hours and take advantage of the 4-hour and 54-minute estimated travel time. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost of approximately $38, you have flexibility in pacing. The longest stretch on the William Penn Highway is 61.2 miles, so plan your break before or after this segment to ensure you're comfortable. Since this is a manageable one-day trip, you can adjust your schedule as needed based on traffic and your personal pace.
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 115.4 miles from Blossburg, PA, or about 2h 19m 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 51 miles or 1h 2m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 115.4 miles or 2h 19m 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 53m
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 Blossburg, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Blossburg, PA
This is one driving day of about 230.7 miles and 4h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 51 miles from Blossburg, 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 115.4 mi from Blossburg, PA · 2h 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
115 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 51 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 115.4 miles from Blossburg, 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
$38.25 one way
$76.49 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
81 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $41.89 | $83.78 |
| premium | $4.93 | $44.74 | $89.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $50.94 | $101.87 |
Estimated Tolls: $3.61
Appalachian Thruway
(35.8 mi)
$2.50
Appalachian Thruway
(15.9 mi)
$1.11
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
$38
Tolls
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$67–$92
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 80.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 69.2 | 0 | $24.22 | $11.07 |
| Efficient EV | 57.7 | 0 | $20.19 | $9.23 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 92.3 | 1 | $32.30 | $14.76 |
Gas CO2
81 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Evening in Pittsburgh on Wednesday
Local time
8:41 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
9 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
4h 54m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Blossburg, PA to Pittsburgh, PA covers 230.7 miles and takes about 4h 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are William Penn Highway, Appalachian Thruway, I 99. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 115.4 miles from Blossburg, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $38.25 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 230.7 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 1.2 miles (Boone Run Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 216.4 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 Blossburg, PA and Pittsburgh, PA, road signs point toward Altoona and Hollidaysburg.
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