Origin
Danville, PA
Night in Danville on Thursday
Local time
9:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Danville, PA to Pittsburgh, PA
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
4h 27m
Distance
215.1 mi
346 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$36
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 14m
★
6 AM
4h 27m
8 AM
4h 54m
10 AM
4h 37m
12 PM
4h 34m
3 PM
4h 38m
5 PM
4h 53m
8 PM
4h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Danville, PA
Michael Taccetta
Pittsburgh, PA
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
This 215.1-mile drive from Danville to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a manageable one-day adventure, estimated to take about 4 hours and 27 minutes. You'll navigate a mix of roads, including the Keystone Shortway and William Penn Highway, before merging onto I-99 for a portion of the journey. With a highway share of just 22%, expect a more local feel rather than a high-speed interstate cruise. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $36, and with only one recommended stop, it's a route designed for efficient travel. This journey stays within Pennsylvania, connecting two points in the Northeast region.
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
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
107.6 miles from Danville, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 27m. Total distance: 215.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
This route offers a turn-heavy local drive experience, quite different from a pure interstate journey. While about 22% of the drive is on highways, you'll spend a significant amount of time on roads like the Keystone Shortway and William Penn Highway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 63.1 miles on the Keystone Shortway, offering a solid period of consistent driving. As you progress, the road character will likely shift, moving from more open highway sections to potentially more winding local roads as you approach your destination.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 22 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 63.1 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 66.6 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 215.1 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 66.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 91 miles (I 99; US 220): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 200.8 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 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
66.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m 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...
6
91 mi into trip
|
~1h 42m in
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I 99; US 220
Keep slight left at fork onto I 99; US 220 toward I 99 South, US 220 South: Port Matilda, Altoona
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 99 South, US 220 South: Port Matilda,...
8
200.8 mi into trip
|
~4h 6m in
|
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
214.3 mi into trip
|
~4h 24m 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
215 mi into trip
|
~4h 26m in
|
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 Danville, PA and Pittsburgh, PA, road signs point toward Altoona and Hollidaysburg.
Altoona
91 mi in
|
~1h 42m
|
via I 99; US 220
Hollidaysburg
124.8 mi in
|
~2h 19m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Keystone Shortway | 63.1 mi | 1h 8m |
| William Penn Highway | 61.2 mi | 1h 25m |
| I 99 | 33.8 mi | 36m |
| Jacksonville Road | 24.2 mi | 28m |
| Penn-Lincoln Parkway East | 13.5 mi | 18m |
| Admiral Peary Highway | 13.4 mi | 19m |
| Continental Boulevard | 2.8 mi | 3m |
| Second Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Keystone Shortway
— 63.1 mi, about 1h 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Danville, PA and Pittsburgh, PA.
1
Start on Church Street
40 ft
·
5 sec
·
Church Street
2
Turn right onto US 11
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Walnut Street
3
Continue on US 11
436 ft
·
17 sec
·
Bloom Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Continue on US 11
285 ft
·
13 sec
·
Northumberland Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Turn right onto PA 54
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Continental Boulevard
Use the right lane.
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
7
Merge onto I 80
63 mi
·
1 hr 8 min
·
Keystone Shortway
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
53 sec
Exit 161
Toward I 99 South, US 220 South, PA 26: Bellefonte
9
Turn left onto US 220; PA 26
24 mi
·
28 min
·
Jacksonville Road
Use the straight lane.
10
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
11
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 22: Ebensburg, Hollidaysburg
12
Continue on this road
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
·
this road
13
Continue on US 22
16 mi
·
19 min
·
William Penn Highway
14
Continue on US 22
13 mi
·
19 min
·
Admiral Peary Highway
Use the straight lane.
15
Continue on US 22
45 mi
·
1 hr 6 min
·
William Penn Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
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.
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 71B
Toward Second Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Turn straight onto Second Avenue
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Second Avenue
19
At end of road, turn right onto Ross Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Ross Street
20
Turn left onto Fifth Avenue
352 ft
·
10 sec
·
Fifth Avenue
21
Turn right onto Grant Street
513 ft
·
21 sec
·
Grant Street
Use the right lane.
22
Arrive at destination
Grant Street
Trip Plan
For this 4-hour and 27-minute drive, departing in the morning will allow you to reach Pittsburgh with ample time to settle in. Given the relatively short distance and the 22% highway share, you can easily complete this trip in a single day. Plan for one stop to refuel or stretch your legs, perhaps around the halfway point. Keep an eye on your navigation system, as the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile suggests you'll be making several turns. The longest stretch without a significant break is 63.1 miles, so consider that when planning your single stop.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 107.6 miles from Danville, PA, or about 2h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 63.1 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 47 miles or 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 107.6 miles or 2h in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pittsburgh, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Danville, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Danville, PA
This is one driving day of about 215.1 miles and 4h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 47 miles from Danville, 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.
The longest stretch is on Keystone Shortway for about 63.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 107.6 mi from Danville, PA · 2h into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
108 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 47 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 107.6 miles from Danville, 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 63.1 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
$35.66 one way
$71.32 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
75 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $39.06 | $78.11 |
| premium | $4.93 | $41.72 | $83.43 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $47.49 | $94.98 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$36
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 75.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 64.5 | 0 | $22.59 | $10.32 |
| Efficient EV | 53.8 | 0 | $18.82 | $8.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 86 | 1 | $30.11 | $13.77 |
Gas CO2
75 kg
EV CO2
25 kg (67% 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
Night in Pittsburgh on Thursday
Local time
9:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°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
11 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
4h 27m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Danville, PA to Pittsburgh, PA covers 215.1 miles and takes about 4h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Keystone Shortway, William Penn Highway, I 99. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 107.6 miles from Danville, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $35.66 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break 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 15 significant decision points across 215.1 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 66.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 91 miles (I 99; US 220): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 200.8 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 Danville, PA and Pittsburgh, PA, road signs point toward Altoona and Hollidaysburg.
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