Origin
Connoquenessing, PA
Evening in Connoquenessing on Wednesday
Local time
7:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 14m
Distance
49 mi
79 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Connoquenessing, PA
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McMurray, PA
Haneul Trac
The drive from Connoquenessing, PA to McMurray, PA covers 49 miles and takes about 1h 14m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 79, Evans City Road, Lindsay Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 32.4 miles on I 79. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.12 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
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
24.5 miles from Connoquenessing, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 35m into the drive .
This is a 1h 14m highway drive covering 49 miles, with most of the trip on I 79 and Evans City Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 32.4 miles on I 79.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 79 and Evans City Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.6 miles in near PA 528 / Lindsay Road.
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 49 miles you will encounter 16 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: at 5.6 miles (PA 528 / Lindsay Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 20.4 miles (I 79): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 41 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto PA 528 / Lindsay Road
Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto I 79 toward Washington
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward PA Tpke 576 Toll West: Pittsburgh International Airport, Morganza Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward Morganza Road, National Cemetery
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward Morganza Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Connoquenessing, PA and McMurray, PA, road signs point toward Washington, Pa Tpke 576 Toll West: Pittsburgh International Airport and National Cemetery.
Washington
Pa Tpke 576 Toll West: Pittsburgh International Airport
National Cemetery
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 79 | 32.4 mi | 42m |
| Evans City Road | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| Lindsay Road | 2.8 mi | 5m |
| Georgetown Road | 2.6 mi | 5m |
| Valley Brook Road | 2.4 mi | 5m |
| East Main Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Southern Beltway | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Morganza Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Connoquenessing, PA and McMurray, PA.
Start on Connoquenessing Main Street
Turn right onto T830
Turn right onto PA 68
Continue on PA 68
Continue on PA 68; PA 528
Turn left onto PA 528
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 79
Keep slight right at fork onto I 79
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto PA Tpke 576
Keep slight left at fork
Continue on this road
Turn right onto Morganza Road
Turn left onto Georgetown Road
Continue on Valley Brook Road
Continue on Valley Brook Road
Turn right onto East McMurray Road
Turn left onto Thomas Road
Arrive at destination
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.
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 11 miles or 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 24.5 miles or 35m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near McMurray, PA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Connoquenessing, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Connoquenessing, PA
This is one driving day of about 49 miles and 1h 14m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24.5 mi from Connoquenessing, PA · 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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.
A short stop after about 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 24.5 miles from Connoquenessing, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into McMurray, PA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$8.12 one way
$16.25 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $8.90 | $17.79 |
| premium | $4.93 | $9.50 | $19.01 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.82 | $21.64 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.04
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
$8
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.7 | 0 | $5.15 | $2.35 |
| Efficient EV | 12.3 | 0 | $4.29 | $1.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.6 | 0 | $6.86 | $3.14 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Connoquenessing on Wednesday
Local time
7:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Destination
Evening in McMurray on Wednesday
Local time
7:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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