Origin
Littlestown, PA
Morning in Littlestown on Wednesday
Local time
8:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Littlestown, PA to McMurray, PA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
3h 55m
Distance
218.8 mi
352 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$36
one way
EV Charging
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Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 42m
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6 AM
3h 55m
8 AM
4h 21m
10 AM
4h 4m
12 PM
4h 2m
3 PM
4h 6m
5 PM
4h 20m
8 PM
3h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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McMurray, PA
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Trip Overview
This 218.8-mile journey from Littlestown, PA to McMurray, PA is estimated to take around 3 hours and 55 minutes of driving time. With a fuel cost estimated at $36, this route is manageable for a single day trip, making it a convenient option for a quick relocation or visit. The drive primarily stays within Pennsylvania, traversing familiar Northeast landscapes. The route's profile suggests a turn-heavy local drive, so expect to navigate through various towns and communities rather than a consistent highway experience. Plan for about one stop along the way to break up the 3-hour 55-minute travel time.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
109.4 miles from Littlestown, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 57m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Prepare for a 'turn-heavy local drive' on this route, with a highway share of 0%. This means you won't be cruising on interstates for extended periods. Instead, anticipate a more engaging experience involving frequent turns and navigating through local roads and communities. While the data doesn't specify the longest uninterrupted stretch, the overall profile suggests a drive that keeps you actively involved with the road, likely passing through a variety of Pennsylvania settings.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 45 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Baltimore Pike is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 3h 55m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Littlestown, PA to McMurray, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Baltimore Pike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| PA 116 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Hanover Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Hanover Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| York Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Lincoln Square | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Chambersburg Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Buford Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Baltimore Pike
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Littlestown, PA and McMurray, PA.
1
Start on South Queen Street
0.7 mi
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2 min
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South Queen Street
2
Continue on Baltimore Pike
6.6 mi
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10 min
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Baltimore Pike
3
Take the exit right
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
4
Merge slight left
1.4 mi
·
1 min
5
Take the exit slight right toward PA 116
0.2 mi
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30 sec
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PA 116
6
Turn left onto Hanover Road
1.2 mi
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2 min
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Hanover Road
7
Continue on Hanover Street
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
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Hanover Street
8
Continue on York Street
0.2 mi
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44 sec
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York Street
9
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Lincoln Square
180 ft
·
7 sec
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Lincoln Square
10
Exit the rotary onto Chambersburg Street
0.3 mi
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57 sec
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Chambersburg Street
11
Continue on Buford Avenue
0.5 mi
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1 min
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Buford Avenue
12
Continue on Chambersburg Road
13 mi
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20 min
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Chambersburg Road
13
Continue on Lincoln Way East
11 mi
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18 min
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Lincoln Way East
14
Keep slight right to continue on Lincoln Way East
14 mi
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21 min
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Lincoln Way East
15
Continue on Lincoln Way West
4.1 mi
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5 min
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Lincoln Way West
16
Continue on Lincoln Highway
21 mi
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29 min
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Lincoln Highway
17
Take the exit left toward I 70 West, I 76: Turnpike
361 ft
·
10 sec
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I 70 West, I 76: Turnpike
18
Continue on Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
1.5 mi
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2 min
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Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
19
Keep slight right to continue on I 70 West, I 76 West: Pittsburgh
0.4 mi
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47 sec
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I 70 West, I 76 West: Pittsburgh
20
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
86 mi
·
1 hr 34 min
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Pennsylvania Turnpike
21
Take the exit slight right toward I 70 West, US 119, PA Turnpike 66 Toll: Greensburg, Wheeling WV, New Stanton
0.4 mi
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55 sec
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I 70 West, US 119, PA Turnpike 66 Toll: Greensburg, Wheeling WV, New Stanton
22
Keep slight right to continue on I 70 West: New Stanton, Washington PA, Wheeling WV, Columbus OH
15 mi
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20 min
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I 70 West: New Stanton, Washington PA, Wheeling WV, Columbus OH
23
Take the exit slight right toward PA 201, PA 837: Donora, Fayette City
0.1 mi
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20 sec
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PA 201, PA 837: Donora, Fayette City
24
Turn slight right onto Rostraver Road
440 ft
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8 sec
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Rostraver Road
25
Turn slight left onto Vance Deicas Highway
1.7 mi
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2 min
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Vance Deicas Highway
26
Continue on Donora-Monessen Bridge
0.4 mi
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34 sec
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Donora-Monessen Bridge
27
Keep slight left
0.2 mi
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34 sec
28
Turn straight onto McKean Avenue
1.2 mi
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2 min
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McKean Avenue
29
Turn left onto Monogahela Avenue
1.8 mi
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2 min
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Monogahela Avenue
30
Turn left onto Country Club Road
0.5 mi
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49 sec
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Country Club Road
31
Turn right onto Coyle Curtin Road
0.9 mi
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1 min
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Coyle Curtin Road
32
Take the ramp right
0.5 mi
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1 min
33
Merge slight left onto Mon/Fayette Expressway
8.0 mi
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8 min
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Mon/Fayette Expressway
34
Take the exit slight right toward West Elizabeth, Finleyville
0.4 mi
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59 sec
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West Elizabeth, Finleyville
35
Turn left onto Finleyville Elrama Road
0.8 mi
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1 min
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Finleyville Elrama Road
36
Continue on Washington Avenue
0.3 mi
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42 sec
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Washington Avenue
37
At the end of the road, turn left onto Washington Avenue
0.3 mi
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51 sec
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Washington Avenue
38
Continue on Rankintown Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Rankintown Road
39
Continue on Venetia Road
1.5 mi
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3 min
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Venetia Road
40
Turn right onto Bebout Road
2.9 mi
·
6 min
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Bebout Road
41
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Valley Brook Road
184 ft
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5 sec
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Valley Brook Road
42
Exit the roundabout onto Valley Brook Road
0.6 mi
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1 min
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Valley Brook Road
43
Turn left onto East McMurray Road
459 ft
·
26 sec
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East McMurray Road
44
Turn left onto Thomas Road
52 ft
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3 sec
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Thomas Road
45
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour 55-minute duration and turn-heavy nature of this 218.8-mile trip, departing in the morning will allow you to reach McMurray, PA with ample daylight. With only one suggested stop, you can be flexible with your timing, perhaps pausing for a quick meal or stretch break when you feel the need. The estimated fuel cost of $36 is a good benchmark for your budget. Since this is a local drive with a 0% highway share, pay close attention to road signs and any potential local traffic patterns, especially as you get closer to McMurray.
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 109.4 miles from Littlestown, PA, or about 1h 57m into the drive.
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 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 109.4 miles or 1h 57m 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 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near McMurray, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Littlestown, 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 Littlestown, PA
This is one driving day of about 218.8 miles and 3h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Littlestown, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 109.4 mi from Littlestown, PA · 1h 57m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
109 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 109.4 miles from Littlestown, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in McMurray, PA
The final approach into McMurray, 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 McMurray, 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
$36.27 one way
$72.55 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
77 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $39.73 | $79.46 |
| premium | $4.93 | $42.43 | $84.87 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $48.31 | $96.62 |
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: 76.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 65.6 | 0 | $22.97 | $10.50 |
| Efficient EV | 54.7 | 0 | $19.15 | $8.75 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 87.5 | 1 | $30.63 | $14.00 |
Gas CO2
77 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
McMurray, PA
Morning in McMurray on Wednesday
Local time
8:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
69°F
Washington, DC
109 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
5 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
3h 55m 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 Littlestown, PA to McMurray, PA covers 218.8 miles and takes about 3h 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Baltimore Pike, PA 116, Hanover Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 109.4 miles from Littlestown, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $36.27 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 3h 55m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Littlestown, PA to McMurray, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Littlestown, PA to McMurray, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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