Origin
Highland, PA
Morning in Highland on Monday
Local time
9:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Highland, PA to Upper Saint Clair, PA
Drive Time
42m
Distance
22.4 mi
36 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 39m
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6 AM
0h 42m
8 AM
0h 50m
10 AM
0h 45m
12 PM
0h 44m
3 PM
0h 45m
5 PM
0h 49m
8 PM
0h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
The drive from Highland, PA to Upper Saint Clair, PA covers 22.4 miles and takes about 42m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on McKnight Road, Greentree Road, Fort Duquesne Bridge for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 4.6 miles on McKnight Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.71 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
11.2 miles from Highland, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 19m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 42m drive with frequent turns across 22.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
McKnight Road is the longest continuous segment at about 4.6 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 0.9 miles in near US 19 Truck / McKnight Road.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 22.4 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 0.9 miles (US 19 Truck / McKnight Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 6 miles (I 279 / Parkway North): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.3 miles (I 279 / North Shore Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.9 mi into trip
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~2m in
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US 19 Truck / McKnight Road
Turn right onto US 19 Truck / McKnight Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
6 mi into trip
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~11m in
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I 279 / Parkway North
Merge onto I 279 / Parkway North
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
8.3 mi into trip
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~15m in
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I 279 / North Shore Expressway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 279 / North Shore Expressway toward I 279 South: Fort Pitt Bridge, Airport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 279 South: Fort Pitt Bridge, Airport
8
12.8 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Take the exit toward PA 121: Green Tree, Crafton
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 PA 121: Green Tree, Crafton
8
12.9 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Keep slight right at fork toward PA 121 South: Green Tree
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward PA 121 South: Green Tree
Towns Along This Route
Between Highland, PA and Upper Saint Clair, PA, road signs point toward Airport and Crafton.
Airport
8.3 mi in
|
~15m
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via I 279
Crafton
12.8 mi in
|
~21m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| McKnight Road | 4.6 mi | 8m |
| Greentree Road | 4 mi | 7m |
| Fort Duquesne Bridge | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Parkway North | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Washington Pike | 2 mi | 3m |
| Morrow Road | 1.4 mi | 4m |
| North Shore Expressway | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| Perrymont Road | 0.9 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
McKnight Road
— 4.6 mi, about 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Highland, PA and Upper Saint Clair, PA.
1
Start on Perrymont Road
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Perrymont Road
2
Turn right onto US 19 Truck
4.6 mi
·
8 min
·
McKnight Road
Use the straight lane.
3
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
57 sec
Toward I 279 South: Pittsburgh
4
Merge onto I 279
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Parkway North
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 279
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Shore Expressway
Toward I 279 South: Fort Pitt Bridge, Airport
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on I 279
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Fort Duquesne Bridge
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
7
Take the exit
167 ft
·
5 sec
Exit 67
Toward PA 121: Green Tree, Crafton
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward PA 121 South: Green Tree
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn straight onto PA 121; Blue Belt
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Greentree Road
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
10
Continue on Yellow Belt
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Greentree Road
11
Turn left onto PA 50
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Washington Pike
12
Continue on PA 50
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
Washington Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Turn left onto Station Street
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Station Street
Use the left lane.
14
Turn right onto Dewey Avenue
417 ft
·
15 sec
·
Dewey Avenue
15
Turn left onto Bank Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Bank Street
16
Continue on Mayview Road
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
·
Mayview Road
17
Turn left onto Morrow Road
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Morrow Road
18
Continue on Morrow Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Morrow Road
19
Turn right onto Mill Grove Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Mill Grove Road
20
Turn left onto Swanson Lane
170 ft
·
7 sec
·
Swanson Lane
21
Arrive at destination
Swanson Lane
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 11.2 miles from Highland, PA, or about 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 4.6 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 22.4 miles or 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 11.2 miles or 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Upper Saint Clair, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Highland, 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 Highland, PA
This is one driving day of about 22.4 miles and 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Highland, 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 McKnight Road for about 4.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 11.2 mi from Highland, PA · 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
11 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 Upper Saint Clair, PA
The final approach into Upper Saint Clair, 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 Upper Saint Clair, 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
$3.71 one way
$7.41 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $4.06 | $8.11 |
| premium | $4.92 | $4.34 | $8.68 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $4.98 | $9.95 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.7 | 0 | $2.35 | $1.08 |
| Efficient EV | 5.6 | 0 | $1.96 | $0.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9 | 0 | $3.14 | $1.43 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Upper Saint Clair, PA
Morning in Upper Saint Clair on Monday
Local time
9:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
52°F
Mina, NY
11 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
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
42m 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 Highland, PA to Upper Saint Clair, PA covers 22.4 miles and takes about 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are McKnight Road, Greentree Road, Fort Duquesne Bridge. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 11.2 miles from Highland, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.71 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 is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 22.4 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 0.9 miles (US 19 Truck / McKnight Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 6 miles (I 279 / Parkway North): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.3 miles (I 279 / North Shore Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Highland, PA and Upper Saint Clair, PA, road signs point toward Airport and Crafton.
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