Origin
Dunbar, PA
Afternoon in Dunbar on Wednesday
Local time
4:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dunbar, PA to Messmore, PA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
28m
Distance
16.5 mi
27 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 26m
★
6 AM
0h 29m
8 AM
0h 34m
10 AM
0h 30m
12 PM
0h 30m
3 PM
0h 31m
5 PM
0h 33m
8 PM
0h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dunbar, PA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Dunbar, PA to Messmore, PA covers 16.5 miles and takes about 28m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on University Drive, McClellandtown Road, Messmore Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 8.4 miles on University Drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.74 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
8.3 miles from Dunbar, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 12m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 28m drive with frequent turns across 16.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
University Drive is the longest continuous segment at about 8.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Connellsville Street.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 16.5 miles you will encounter 8 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 (Connellsville Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Woodvale Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 9.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Connellsville Street
Turn right onto Connellsville Street
Navigation decision point
6
0.3 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Woodvale Street
Turn sharp right onto Woodvale Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
6
9.9 mi into trip
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~14m in
Take the exit toward PA 21
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward PA 21
5
10.5 mi into trip
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~15m in
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PA 21 / McClellandtown Road
Turn left onto PA 21 / McClellandtown Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
15.3 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
Messmore Road
Turn left onto Messmore Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| University Drive | 8.4 mi | 9m |
| McClellandtown Road | 4.9 mi | 8m |
| Messmore Road | 1.2 mi | 4m |
| Ranch Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| Connellsville Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Woodvale Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
University Drive
— 8.4 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dunbar, PA and Messmore, PA.
1
Start on this road
44 ft
·
5 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Connellsville Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Connellsville Street
3
Turn sharp right onto Woodvale Street
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Woodvale Street
4
Turn left onto Ranch Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Ranch Road
5
At end of road, turn left onto US 119
8.4 mi
·
9 min
·
University Drive
6
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward PA 21
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork
162 ft
·
7 sec
8
Turn left onto PA 21
4.9 mi
·
8 min
·
McClellandtown Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Turn left onto Messmore Road
1.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Messmore Road
Use the left lane.
10
Arrive at destination
Messmore Road
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 8.3 miles from Dunbar, PA, or about 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 8.4 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 16.5 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 8.3 miles or 12m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Messmore, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Dunbar, 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 Dunbar, PA
This is one driving day of about 16.5 miles and 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Dunbar, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on University Drive for about 8.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 8.3 mi from Dunbar, PA · 12m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
8 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
Arriving in Messmore, PA
The final approach into Messmore, 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 Messmore, 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
$2.74 one way
$5.47 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $3.00 | $5.99 |
| premium | $4.93 | $3.20 | $6.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.64 | $7.29 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5 | 0 | $1.73 | $0.79 |
| Efficient EV | 4.1 | 0 | $1.44 | $0.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.6 | 0 | $2.31 | $1.06 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Messmore, PA
Afternoon in Messmore on Wednesday
Local time
4:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
44°F
Mina, NY
8 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
25 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
28m 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 Dunbar, PA to Messmore, PA covers 16.5 miles and takes about 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are University Drive, McClellandtown Road, Messmore Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.3 miles from Dunbar, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.74 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 16.5 miles you will encounter 8 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 (Connellsville Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Woodvale Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 9.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Dunbar, PA to Messmore, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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