Origin
Chambersburg, PA
Afternoon in Chambersburg on Sunday
Local time
4:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Chambersburg, PA to Pittsburgh, PA
Drive Time
2h 52m
Distance
160.7 mi
259 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$27
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 41m
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6 AM
2h 53m
8 AM
3h 15m
10 AM
3h 0m
12 PM
2h 58m
3 PM
3h 1m
5 PM
3h 14m
8 PM
2h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Chambersburg, PA
Michael Taccetta
Pittsburgh, PA
LaMont L. Johnson
Trip Overview
Traveling from Chambersburg to Pittsburgh covers 160.7 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 52 minutes. Because this is a straightforward, single-day trip, you won't need to worry about overnight logistics or complex hotel arrangements. Budgeting approximately $26 for fuel should keep you covered for the duration of the journey across Pennsylvania. Since the route relies on local roads rather than major interstates, it offers a more grounded, steady pace through the Northeast region. It works perfectly as a direct day trip, allowing you to reach your destination by the afternoon if you head out early. Consider this route if you prefer a focused, one-day transit over a multi-day excursion.
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
80.3 miles from Chambersburg, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 26m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route consists of 0% highway driving, relying instead on Lincoln Way and the Lincoln Highway. Because the longest stretch on Lincoln Way is 0 miles, you will find yourself navigating constant changes in direction rather than cruising on long, straightaways. This technical profile means you should prepare for a drive that demands your full attention as you transition between local road segments. The journey maintains a consistent, localized feel from start to finish, requiring you to navigate the road’s natural curves and turns.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Lincoln Way 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 Chambersburg, PA to Pittsburgh, PA is easy. At 2h 52m 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 Chambersburg, PA to Pittsburgh, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Way | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Lincoln Way West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Lincoln Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 70 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Dwight D Eisenhower Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 376 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 22 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Lincoln Way
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chambersburg, PA and Pittsburgh, PA.
1
Start on North Main Street
59 ft
·
2 sec
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North Main Street
2
Turn slight right onto Lincoln Way
14 mi
·
21 min
·
Lincoln Way
3
Continue on Lincoln Way West
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Lincoln Way West
4
Continue on Lincoln Highway
21 mi
·
29 min
·
Lincoln Highway
5
Take the exit left toward I 70 West, I 76: Turnpike
361 ft
·
9 sec
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I 70 West, I 76: Turnpike
6
Continue on Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
7
Keep slight right to continue on I 70 West, I 76 West: Pittsburgh
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
I 70 West, I 76 West: Pittsburgh
8
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
105 mi
·
1 hr 54 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
9
Take the exit slight right toward I 376 West, US 22: Pittsburgh, Monroeville
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
I 376 West, US 22: Pittsburgh, Monroeville
10
Keep slight left to continue on US 22 Business, I 376 West, US 22 West: Monroeville, Pittsburgh
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
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US 22 Business, I 376 West, US 22 West: Monroeville, Pittsburgh
11
Keep slight right to continue on I 376 West, US 22 West: Pittsburgh
354 ft
·
9 sec
·
I 376 West, US 22 West: Pittsburgh
12
Merge slight right onto Penn-Lincoln Parkway East
13 mi
·
18 min
·
Penn-Lincoln Parkway East
13
Take the exit slight right toward Second Avenue
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
Second Avenue
14
Turn straight onto Second Avenue
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Second Avenue
15
At the end of the road, turn right onto Ross Street
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Ross Street
16
Turn left onto Forbes Avenue
361 ft
·
10 sec
·
Forbes Avenue
17
Turn right onto Grant Street
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Grant Street
18
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 2-hour and 52-minute drive, plan to incorporate at least one stop to break up the technical, turn-heavy sections. Leaving early in the day is your best strategy to avoid fatigue, especially since you are navigating local roads that lack the simplicity of a major highway. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, as the $26 estimate assumes a steady pace, and local road driving can sometimes be less efficient than highway cruising. Since you have total flexibility on this short trip, use your single stop to stretch your legs and reset before tackling the remaining miles. Prioritize road awareness over speed, as the lack of highway stretches means you will be moving at local traffic speeds for the entire 160.7-mile distance.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 80.3 miles from Chambersburg, PA, or about 1h 26m 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 80 miles or 1h 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 80.3 miles or 1h 26m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 21m
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 Chambersburg, 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 Chambersburg, PA
This is one driving day of about 160.7 miles and 2h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Chambersburg, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 80.3 mi from Chambersburg, PA · 1h 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
80 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 80.3 miles from Chambersburg, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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
$26.59 one way
$53.18 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
56 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $29.10 | $58.19 |
| premium | $4.92 | $31.14 | $62.28 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $35.70 | $71.40 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 56.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 48.2 | 0 | $16.87 | $7.71 |
| Efficient EV | 40.2 | 0 | $14.06 | $6.43 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 64.3 | 0 | $22.50 | $10.28 |
Gas CO2
56 kg
EV CO2
19 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
Afternoon in Pittsburgh on Sunday
Local time
4:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
68°F
Washington, DC
80 mi in
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
2 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
2h 52m 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 Chambersburg, PA to Pittsburgh, PA covers 160.7 miles and takes about 2h 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Lincoln Way, Lincoln Way West, Lincoln Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 80.3 miles from Chambersburg, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $26.59 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Chambersburg, PA to Pittsburgh, PA is easy. At 2h 52m 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 Chambersburg, PA to Pittsburgh, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Chambersburg, PA to Pittsburgh, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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