Origin
Hawley, PA
Evening in Hawley on Sunday
Local time
7:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hawley, PA to Pittsburgh, PA
Drive Time
6h 36m
Distance
313.3 mi
504 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$52
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 24m
★
6 AM
6h 36m
8 AM
7h 0m
10 AM
6h 44m
12 PM
6h 42m
3 PM
6h 46m
5 PM
6h 59m
8 PM
6h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hawley, PA
Haneul Trac
Pittsburgh, PA
LaMont L. Johnson
Trip Overview
Crossing Pennsylvania from Hawley to Pittsburgh is a substantial 313.3-mile journey that typically takes about 6 hours and 36 minutes. Because the route is categorized as a turn-heavy local drive, it functions best as a single long day trip rather than a multi-day excursion. You should budget approximately $52 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Northeast locations. Navigating the state via the Keystone Shortway, William Penn Highway, and the American Legion Memorial Highway requires your full attention due to the winding nature of the roads. While the drive is manageable in one go, be prepared for a full day behind the wheel as you transition from the northeast corner of the state to the western edge.
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
156.6 miles from Hawley, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 13m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a technical driving experience rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as only 18 percent of this route consists of high-speed highway travel. You will encounter a mix of fast stretches and tighter, more deliberate road segments that demand steady focus. The longest uninterrupted portion of the trip is a 98.5-mile stretch along the Keystone Shortway, which offers the most consistent pace of the entire journey. Beyond that, the route shifts into a turn-heavy profile that keeps you engaged through local sections. It is a drive that rewards drivers who prefer active steering over the repetitive drone of long-distance highway miles.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 33 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 164.7 miles in.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 313.3 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 164.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 189.1 miles (I 99; US 220): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 299 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 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
164.7 mi into trip
|
~3h 22m 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
189.1 mi into trip
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~3h 51m 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
299 mi into trip
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~6h 15m 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
312.4 mi into trip
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~6h 33m 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
313.2 mi into trip
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~6h 35m in
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Grant Street
Turn right onto Grant Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Towns Along This Route
Between Hawley, PA and Pittsburgh, PA, road signs point toward Altoona and Hollidaysburg.
Altoona
189.1 mi in
|
~3h 51m
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via I 99; US 220
Hollidaysburg
222.9 mi in
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~4h 28m
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 |
| Penn-Lincoln Parkway East | 13.5 mi | 18m |
| Admiral Peary Highway | 13.4 mi | 19m |
| I 84 | 7.7 mi | 9m |
Longest stretch:
Keystone Shortway
— 98.5 mi, about 1h 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hawley, PA and Pittsburgh, PA.
1
Start on Penn Avenue
447 ft
·
26 sec
·
Penn Avenue
2
At end of road, turn left onto US 6; PA 590
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Bellemonte Avenue
3
Continue on US 6; PA 590
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Welwood Avenue
4
Turn slight right
318 ft
·
12 sec
5
Turn straight onto PA 590
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Purdytown Turnpike
6
Continue on PA 590
7.1 mi
·
12 min
·
Purdytown Tpk
7
Continue on PA 590
7.3 mi
·
13 min
·
Hamlin Highway
8
Turn right onto PA 348
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Mount Cobb Highway
9
Continue on PA 348
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Mount Cobb Road
10
Continue on PA 348
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Mt Cobb Road
11
Continue on PA 348
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Mount Cobb Road
12
Turn left onto Line Road
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Line Road
13
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
14
Merge onto I 84
7.7 mi
·
9 min
·
I 84
15
Take the exit
1.2 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 81 South: Wilkes-Barre
16
Merge onto I 81
35 mi
·
42 min
·
American Legion Memorial Highway
17
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 151B
Toward I-80 West: Bloomsburg
18
Merge onto I 80
99 mi
·
1 hr 47 min
·
Keystone Shortway
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
53 sec
Exit 161
Toward I 99 South, US 220 South, PA 26: Bellefonte
20
Turn left onto US 220; PA 26
24 mi
·
28 min
·
Jacksonville Road
Use the straight lane.
21
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
22
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 22: Ebensburg, Hollidaysburg
23
Continue on this road
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
·
this road
24
Continue on US 22
16 mi
·
19 min
·
William Penn Highway
25
Continue on US 22
13 mi
·
19 min
·
Admiral Peary Highway
Use the straight lane.
26
Continue on US 22
45 mi
·
1 hr 6 min
·
William Penn Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
27
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.
28
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 71B
Toward Second Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29
Turn straight onto Second Avenue
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Second Avenue
30
At end of road, turn right onto Ross Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Ross Street
31
Turn left onto Fifth Avenue
352 ft
·
10 sec
·
Fifth Avenue
32
Turn right onto Grant Street
513 ft
·
21 sec
·
Grant Street
Use the right lane.
33
Arrive at destination
Grant Street
Trip Plan
To keep your energy levels high, plan for at least one dedicated stop to break up the 6-hour and 36-minute duration. Since the route is turn-heavy and local-focused, departing early in the morning is your best strategy to avoid fatigue and ensure you arrive in Pittsburgh before the evening traffic peaks. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge throughout the trip, as local roads can lead to unpredictable consumption compared to straight highway driving. With a $52 fuel budget in mind, try to time your refueling stops during the longest 98.5-mile stretch on the Keystone Shortway to avoid searching for stations on smaller, winding segments. Flexibility is your greatest asset here, so don't hesitate to pull over for a quick rest if the technical nature of the roads starts to wear you down.
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 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 156.6 miles from Hawley, PA, or about 3h 13m 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 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 156.6 miles or 3h 13m 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 12m
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 Hawley, 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 Hawley, PA
This is one driving day of about 313.3 miles and 6h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hawley, 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 98.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 156.6 mi from Hawley, PA · 3h 13m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
157 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 156.6 miles from Hawley, 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
$51.84 one way
$103.69 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
110 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $56.73 | $113.45 |
| premium | $4.92 | $60.71 | $121.42 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $69.60 | $139.21 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.07
Purdytown Turnpike
(1 mi)
$0.07
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
$52
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$77–$102
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 109.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $33 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 94 | 1 | $32.90 | $15.04 |
| Efficient EV | 78.3 | 0 | $27.41 | $12.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 125.3 | 1 | $43.86 | $20.05 |
Gas CO2
110 kg
EV CO2
37 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
Evening in Pittsburgh on Sunday
Local time
7:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°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
2 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
6h 36m 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 Hawley, PA to Pittsburgh, PA covers 313.3 miles and takes about 6h 36m 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 156.6 miles from Hawley, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $51.84 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 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 18 significant decision points across 313.3 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 164.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 189.1 miles (I 99; US 220): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 299 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 Hawley, PA and Pittsburgh, PA, road signs point toward Altoona and Hollidaysburg.
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