Origin
Hampton, PA
Morning in Hampton on Wednesday
Local time
7:05 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hampton, PA to Bethel Park, PA
Data updated 1 hour ago
Drive Time
4h 22m
Distance
214.9 mi
346 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$36
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 10m
★
6 AM
4h 23m
8 AM
4h 50m
10 AM
4h 32m
12 PM
4h 30m
3 PM
4h 34m
5 PM
4h 48m
8 PM
4h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hampton, PA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Hampton, PA to Bethel Park, PA covers 214.9 miles and takes about 4h 22m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Pennsylvania Turnpike, US 15, Lincoln Way for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 169.4 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $35.63 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
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
107.5 miles from Hampton, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 6m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 4h 22m highway drive covering 214.9 miles, with most of the trip on Pennsylvania Turnpike and US 15. The longest continuous stretch is about 169.4 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Pennsylvania Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 169.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and US 15. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.8 miles in near US 15.
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 214.9 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 5.8 miles (US 15): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
5.8 mi into trip
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~8m in
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US 15
Merge onto US 15
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
21.2 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Take the exit toward I 76, PATP: Pittsburgh, Philadelphia
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 76, PATP: Pittsburgh, Philadelphia
7
21.8 mi into trip
|
~31m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 76 West: Pittsburgh
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 76 West: Pittsburgh
8
191.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 38m in
Take the exit toward US 30: Irwin, McKeesport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 67
Toward US 30: Irwin, McKeesport
7
192 mi into trip
|
~3h 39m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 30 West: Pittsburgh
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward US 30 West: Pittsburgh
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Hampton, PA and Bethel Park, PA, road signs point toward Patp: Pittsburgh, Philadelphia and Mckeesport.
Patp: Pittsburgh
21.2 mi in
|
~30m
Philadelphia
21.2 mi in
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~30m
Mckeesport
191.4 mi in
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~3h 38m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 169.4 mi | 3h 6m |
| US 15 | 15.4 mi | 21m |
| Lincoln Way | 6.2 mi | 11m |
| Carlisle Pike | 5.5 mi | 7m |
| Lebanon Church Road | 3.9 mi | 6m |
| Lincoln Highway | 3.3 mi | 6m |
| Broughton Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Curry Hollow Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 169.4 mi, about 3h 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hampton, PA and Bethel Park, PA.
1
Start on this road
328 ft
·
5 sec
·
this road
2
Continue on PA 94
5.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Carlisle Pike
3
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
4
Merge onto US 15
14 mi
·
18 min
·
US 15
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Continue on US 15
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
US 15
6
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 76, PATP: Pittsburgh, Philadelphia
Use the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward I 76 West: Pittsburgh
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 76; PATP
169 mi
·
3 hr 6 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
9
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 67
Toward US 30: Irwin, McKeesport
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward US 30 West: Pittsburgh
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto US 30
3.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Lincoln Highway
Use the straight lane.
12
Turn left onto Lincoln Way
6.2 mi
·
11 min
·
Lincoln Way
Use the straight lane.
13
Turn left onto PA 148; Yellow Belt
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
5th Avenue
14
Turn straight onto PA 148; Yellow Belt
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Lysle Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Continue on Yellow Belt
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Jerome Street Bridge
16
Continue on Yellow Belt
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
·
West 5th Avenue
17
Keep slight left at fork onto Yellow Belt
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West 5th Avenue
18
Continue on Yellow Belt
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
Richland Avenue
19
Continue on Yellow Belt
0.5 mi
·
47 sec
·
Pittsburgh McKeesport Boulevard
20
Turn slight left onto Yellow Belt
3.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Lebanon Church Road
21
Continue on Yellow Belt
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Curry Hollow Road
22
Continue on Yellow Belt
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Brownsville Road
23
Turn right onto Broughton Road
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Broughton Road
Use the straight lane.
24
Turn left onto Baptist Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Baptist Road
25
Continue on South Park Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
South Park Road
26
Turn left
43 ft
·
5 sec
27
Turn right
20 ft
·
6 sec
28
Turn left
102 ft
·
7 sec
29
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
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 107.5 miles from Hampton, PA, or about 2h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 169.4 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 80 miles or 1h 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 107.5 miles or 2h 6m 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 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bethel Park, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hampton, 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 Hampton, PA
This is one driving day of about 214.9 miles and 4h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hampton, 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 Pennsylvania Turnpike for about 169.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 107.5 mi from Hampton, PA · 2h 6m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
107 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 107.5 miles from Hampton, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Pennsylvania Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 169.4 miles.
Arriving in Bethel Park, PA
The final approach into Bethel Park, 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 Bethel Park, PA.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$35.63 one way
$71.26 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
75 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $39.02 | $78.04 |
| premium | $4.93 | $41.68 | $83.35 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $47.45 | $94.89 |
Estimated Tolls: $22.02
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(169.4 mi)
$22.02
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
$36
Tolls
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$83–$108
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 75.2 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 | $22.56 | $10.32 |
| Efficient EV | 53.7 | 0 | $18.80 | $8.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 86 | 1 | $30.09 | $13.75 |
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
Bethel Park, PA
Morning in Bethel Park on Wednesday
Local time
7:05 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
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
4h 22m 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 Hampton, PA to Bethel Park, PA covers 214.9 miles and takes about 4h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike, US 15, Lincoln Way. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 107.5 miles from Hampton, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $35.63 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 16 significant decision points across 214.9 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 5.8 miles (US 15): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Hampton, PA and Bethel Park, PA, road signs point toward Patp: Pittsburgh, Philadelphia and Mckeesport.
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