Origin
Damascus, PA
Morning in Damascus on Wednesday
Local time
6:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Damascus, PA to Pittsburgh, PA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
7h
Distance
331.2 mi
533 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$55
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 49m
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6 AM
7h 1m
8 AM
7h 23m
10 AM
7h 9m
12 PM
7h 6m
3 PM
7h 10m
5 PM
7h 22m
8 PM
6h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Damascus, PA
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Pittsburgh, PA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Damascus, PA to Pittsburgh, PA covers 331.2 miles and takes about 7h behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Keystone Shortway, William Penn Highway, American Legion Memorial Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 98.5 miles on Keystone Shortway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $54.91 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
165.6 miles from Damascus, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 28m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 7h drive with frequent turns across 331.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Keystone Shortway is the longest continuous segment at about 98.5 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 47.2 miles in.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 331.2 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 47.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 182.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 316.9 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 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
47.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 81 South: Wilkes-Barre
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 81 South: Wilkes-Barre
6
182.6 mi into trip
|
~3h 46m in
Take the exit toward I 99 South, US 220 South, PA 26: Bellefonte
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 161
Toward I 99 South, US 220 South, PA 26: Bellefo...
8
316.9 mi into trip
|
~6h 39m in
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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
330.4 mi into trip
|
~6h 58m 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
331.1 mi into trip
|
~7h in
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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 Damascus, PA and Pittsburgh, PA, road signs point toward Altoona and Hollidaysburg.
Altoona
207.1 mi in
|
~4h 15m
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via I 99; US 220
Hollidaysburg
240.9 mi in
|
~4h 52m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Keystone Shortway | 98.5 mi | 1h 47m |
| William Penn Highway | 61.2 mi | 1h 25m |
| American Legion Memorial Highway | 35 mi | 42m |
| I 99 | 33.8 mi | 36m |
| Jacksonville Road | 24.2 mi | 28m |
| Governor Robert P. Casey Highway | 15.4 mi | 18m |
| Penn-Lincoln Parkway East | 13.5 mi | 18m |
| Admiral Peary Highway | 13.4 mi | 19m |
Longest stretch:
Keystone Shortway
— 98.5 mi, about 1h 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Damascus, PA and Pittsburgh, PA.
1
Start on River Road
130 ft
·
12 sec
·
River Road
2
Turn left onto PA 371
9.0 mi
·
15 min
·
Cochecton Turnpike
3
Turn left onto PA 191
9.2 mi
·
13 min
·
Hancock Highway
4
Continue on PA 191
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Fair Avenue
5
Continue on PA 191
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
6
Turn right onto US 6
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
West Park Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Continue on US 6
11 mi
·
20 min
·
Roosevelt Highway
8
Continue on US 6
15 mi
·
18 min
·
Governor Robert P. Casey Highway
Use the straight lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork
1.2 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 81 South: Wilkes-Barre
Use the slight left lane.
10
Merge onto I 81
35 mi
·
42 min
·
American Legion Memorial Highway
11
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 151B
Toward I-80 West: Bloomsburg
12
Merge onto I 80
99 mi
·
1 hr 47 min
·
Keystone Shortway
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
53 sec
Exit 161
Toward I 99 South, US 220 South, PA 26: Bellefonte
14
Turn left onto US 220; PA 26
24 mi
·
28 min
·
Jacksonville Road
Use the straight lane.
15
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
16
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 22: Ebensburg, Hollidaysburg
17
Continue on this road
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
·
this road
18
Continue on US 22
16 mi
·
19 min
·
William Penn Highway
19
Continue on US 22
13 mi
·
19 min
·
Admiral Peary Highway
Use the straight lane.
20
Continue on US 22
45 mi
·
1 hr 6 min
·
William Penn Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
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.
22
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 71B
Toward Second Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Turn straight onto Second Avenue
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Second Avenue
24
At end of road, turn right onto Ross Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Ross Street
25
Turn left onto Fifth Avenue
352 ft
·
10 sec
·
Fifth Avenue
26
Turn right onto Grant Street
513 ft
·
21 sec
·
Grant Street
Use the right lane.
27
Arrive at destination
Grant Street
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 165.6 miles from Damascus, PA, or about 3h 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 98.5 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 80 miles or 1h 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 165.6 miles or 3h 28m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 32m
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 Damascus, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Damascus, PA
This is one driving day of about 331.2 miles and 7h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Damascus, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Keystone Shortway for about 98.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 165.6 mi from Damascus, PA · 3h 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
166 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 165.6 miles from Damascus, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Keystone Shortway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 98.5 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
$54.91 one way
$109.82 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
116 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $60.14 | $120.28 |
| premium | $4.93 | $64.23 | $128.46 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $73.12 | $146.25 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.63
Cochecton Turnpike
(9 mi)
$0.63
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
$55
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$81–$106
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 115.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $35 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 99.4 | 1 | $34.78 | $15.90 |
| Efficient EV | 82.8 | 0 | $28.98 | $13.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 132.5 | 1 | $46.37 | $21.20 |
Gas CO2
116 kg
EV CO2
39 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Morning in Pittsburgh on Wednesday
Local time
6:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°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
1 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
7h on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Damascus, PA to Pittsburgh, PA covers 331.2 miles and takes about 7h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Keystone Shortway, William Penn Highway, American Legion Memorial Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 165.6 miles from Damascus, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $54.91 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 2 meaningful breaks 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 16 significant decision points across 331.2 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 47.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 182.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 316.9 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 Damascus, PA and Pittsburgh, PA, road signs point toward Altoona and Hollidaysburg.
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