Origin
Buffalo, PA
Evening in Buffalo on Wednesday
Local time
8:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Buffalo, PA to Midland, PA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
23m
Distance
13.5 mi
22 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 21m
★
6 AM
0h 24m
8 AM
0h 28m
10 AM
0h 25m
12 PM
0h 25m
3 PM
0h 25m
5 PM
0h 27m
8 PM
0h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Buffalo, PA
Quang Nguyen Vinh
Midland, PA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Buffalo, PA to Midland, PA covers 13.5 miles and takes about 23m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Jefferson Avenue, I 70 East, Dwight D Eisenhower Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.24 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.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
6.7 miles from Buffalo, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 11m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 23m drive with frequent turns across 13.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Jefferson Avenue is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Buffalo, PA to Midland, PA is easy. At 23m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Buffalo, PA to Midland, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Avenue | — | — |
| I 70 East | — | — |
| Dwight D Eisenhower Highway | — | — |
| I 79 North | — | — |
| Raymond P Shafer Highway | — | — |
| Meadow Lands | — | — |
| Locust Avenue | — | — |
| Pike Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Jefferson Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Buffalo, PA and Midland, PA.
1
Start on Washington Pike
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Washington Pike
2
Continue on Jefferson Avenue
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Jefferson Avenue
3
Take the ramp left toward I 70 East: New Stanton
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
I 70 East: New Stanton
4
Merge slight left onto Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
0.5 mi
·
41 sec
·
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
5
Take the exit slight right toward I 79 North: Pittsburgh
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
I 79 North: Pittsburgh
6
Continue straight
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
7
Continue on Raymond P Shafer Highway
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Raymond P Shafer Highway
8
Take the exit slight right toward Meadow Lands
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Meadow Lands
9
Turn left onto Locust Avenue
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Locust Avenue
10
Continue on Pike Street
2.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Pike Street
11
Turn left onto North Main Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
12
Arrive at your destination
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 6.7 miles from Buffalo, PA, or about 11m into the drive.
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 13.5 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 6.7 miles or 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Midland, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Buffalo, PA.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Buffalo, PA
This is one driving day of about 13.5 miles and 23m.
At 13.5 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 6.7 mi from Buffalo, PA · 11m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 13.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 6.7 miles from Buffalo, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Midland, PA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Midland, 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
$2.24 one way
$4.48 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $2.45 | $4.90 |
| premium | $4.93 | $2.62 | $5.24 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.98 | $5.96 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.1 | 0 | $1.42 | $0.65 |
| Efficient EV | 3.4 | 0 | $1.18 | $0.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.4 | 0 | $1.89 | $0.86 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Midland, PA
Evening in Midland on Wednesday
Local time
8:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°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
12 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
23m 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 Buffalo, PA to Midland, PA covers 13.5 miles and takes about 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Jefferson Avenue, I 70 East, Dwight D Eisenhower Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6.7 miles from Buffalo, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.24 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.
The drive from Buffalo, PA to Midland, PA is easy. At 23m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Buffalo, PA to Midland, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Buffalo, PA to Midland, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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