Origin
Christleys Mills, PA
Evening in Christleys Mills on Wednesday
Local time
5:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Christleys Mills, PA to Evans City, PA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
39m
Distance
28.2 mi
45 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 36m
★
6 AM
0h 39m
8 AM
0h 46m
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.
Evans City, PA
Michael Taccetta
Trip Overview
The drive from Christleys Mills, PA to Evans City, PA covers 28.2 miles and takes about 39m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 79, New Castle Road, Evans City Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 16.9 miles on I 79. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.68 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
14.1 miles from Christleys Mills, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 19m into the drive .
Drive Character
The drive from Christleys Mills, PA to Evans City, PA covers 28.2 miles and takes about 39m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 79 is the longest continuous segment at about 16.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near PA 258 / Mercer Road.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 28.2 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (PA 258 / Mercer Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles (PA 108 / New Castle Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.7 miles (105): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
PA 258 / Mercer Road
Turn left onto PA 258 / Mercer Road
Navigation decision point
5
1.5 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
PA 108 / New Castle Street
Turn right onto PA 108 / New Castle Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
5.7 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
105
Take the ramp onto 105
Navigation decision point
5
22.7 mi into trip
|
~28m in
Take the exit toward Zelienople
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 88
Toward Zelienople
4
23 mi into trip
|
~29m in
|
Little Creek Road
Turn left onto Little Creek Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
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 Christleys Mills, PA to Evans City, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Zelienople along the way.
Zelienople
22.7 mi in
|
~28m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 79 | 16.9 mi | 18m |
| New Castle Road | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| Evans City Road | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Hartmann Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| North Main Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Seneca School Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| New Castle Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Mercer Road | 0.7 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 79
— 16.9 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Christleys Mills, PA and Evans City, PA.
1
Start on North Creek Road
27 ft
·
6 sec
·
North Creek Road
2
Continue on North Creek
211 ft
·
14 sec
·
North Creek
3
Turn left onto PA 258
0.7 mi
·
59 sec
·
Mercer Road
4
Continue on PA 258
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
5
Turn right onto PA 108
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
New Castle Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on PA 108
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
New Castle Road
7
Take the ramp onto 105
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
105
8
Merge onto I 79
17 mi
·
18 min
·
I 79
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 88
Toward Zelienople
10
Turn left onto Little Creek Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Little Creek Road
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
11
Turn right onto Seneca School Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Seneca School Road
12
Turn right onto Hartmann Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Hartmann Road
13
Turn left onto PA 68
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Evans City Road
14
Continue on PA 68; PA 528
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
15
Arrive at destination
PA 68; PA 528
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 14.1 miles from Christleys Mills, PA, or about 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 16.9 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 28 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 14.1 miles or 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 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Evans City, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Christleys Mills, PA.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Christleys Mills, PA
This is one driving day of about 28.2 miles and 39m.
At 28.2 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on I 79 for about 16.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 14.1 mi from Christleys Mills, PA · 19m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 14.1 miles from Christleys Mills, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Evans City, PA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Evans City, 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
$4.68 one way
$9.35 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $5.12 | $10.24 |
| premium | $4.93 | $5.47 | $10.94 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.23 | $12.45 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.5 | 0 | $2.96 | $1.35 |
| Efficient EV | 7.1 | 0 | $2.47 | $1.13 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.3 | 0 | $3.95 | $1.80 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Evans City, PA
Evening in Evans City on Wednesday
Local time
5:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°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
6 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
39m 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 Christleys Mills, PA to Evans City, PA covers 28.2 miles and takes about 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 79, New Castle Road, Evans City Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 14.1 miles from Christleys Mills, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.68 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 28.2 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (PA 258 / Mercer Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles (PA 108 / New Castle Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.7 miles (105): Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Christleys Mills, PA to Evans City, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Zelienople along the way.
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