Origin
Masontown, PA
Afternoon in Masontown on Wednesday
Local time
1:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Masontown, PA to Pittsburgh, PA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 20m
Distance
48.6 mi
78 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 14m
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6 AM
1h 20m
8 AM
1h 33m
10 AM
1h 25m
12 PM
1h 23m
3 PM
1h 25m
5 PM
1h 32m
8 PM
1h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Masontown, PA
Jack Pace
Pittsburgh, PA
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Trip Overview
This 48.6-mile drive from Masontown, PA to Pittsburgh, PA takes about 1 hour and 20 minutes and is perfect for a single day trip. You'll primarily use the Mon/Fayette Expressway and PA 166, with a portion on Brownsville Road Extension. The estimated fuel cost is around $8. This route offers a mixed driving experience as you transition from the Northeast region of Pennsylvania into the heart of Pittsburgh. Its manageable length means you can easily fit it into a day without needing an overnight stay, giving you plenty of flexibility for exploring your destination.
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
24.3 miles from Masontown, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 38m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a mixed drive on this 48.6-mile journey, with 52% of it being highway. The Mon/Fayette Expressway will provide a significant stretch of faster-paced driving, including a longest uninterrupted segment of 17.1 miles. As you progress, you'll transition from this expressway onto PA 166 and Brownsville Road Extension, likely experiencing more local road characteristics. This blend means you'll get a taste of both efficient highway travel and more community-oriented roadways as you approach Pittsburgh.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 32 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Mon/Fayette Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 17.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near PA 21; PA 166 / McClellandtown Road.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 48.6 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 0.8 miles (PA 21; PA 166 / McClellandtown Road): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles (PA 166 / Edenborn Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 33.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
5
0.8 mi into trip
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~2m in
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PA 21; PA 166 / McClellandtown Road
Merge onto PA 21; PA 166 / McClellandtown Road
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
1.8 mi into trip
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~3m in
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PA 166 / Edenborn Road
Turn left onto PA 166 / Edenborn Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
33.3 mi into trip
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~47m in
Take the exit toward West Elizabeth, Finleyville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 48
Toward West Elizabeth, Finleyville
6
39.9 mi into trip
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~1h 1m in
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Brownsville Road
At end of road, turn left onto Brownsville Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
48.5 mi into trip
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~1h 19m in
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Grant Street
Turn right onto Grant Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Masontown, PA and Pittsburgh, PA, road signs point toward Pa Turnpike 43 North: California, Elizabeth and Finleyville.
Pa Turnpike 43 North: California
15.4 mi in
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~27m
Elizabeth
33.3 mi in
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~47m
Finleyville
33.3 mi in
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~47m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Mon/Fayette Expressway | 17.1 mi | 18m |
| PA 166 | 8.3 mi | 14m |
| Brownsville Road Extension | 3.9 mi | 7m |
| Brownsville Road | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Saw Mill Run Boulevard | 2.6 mi | 5m |
| Market Street | 2 mi | 3m |
| McChain Road | 1.8 mi | 4m |
| Provost Road | 1.3 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Mon/Fayette Expressway
— 17.1 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Masontown, PA and Pittsburgh, PA.
1
Start on West Church Avenue
22 ft
·
7 sec
·
West Church Avenue
2
Turn left onto PA 166
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
4
Merge onto PA 21; PA 166
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
McClellandtown Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Turn left onto PA 166
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Edenborn Road
Use the left lane.
6
Continue on PA 166
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Ball Hill Road
7
Continue on PA 166
8.3 mi
·
14 min
·
PA 166
8
Turn left onto National Pike
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
National Pike
9
Continue on Broadway Street
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
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Broadway Street
10
At end of road, turn left onto US 40
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Market Street
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward PA Turnpike 43 North: California
12
Merge onto PA Tpke 43
17 mi
·
18 min
·
Mon/Fayette Expressway
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
Exit 48
Toward West Elizabeth, Finleyville
14
Turn left onto Finleyville Elrama Road
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
·
Finleyville Elrama Road
15
Turn right onto McChain Road
70 ft
·
1 sec
·
McChain Road
16
Keep slight left at fork onto McChain Road
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
McChain Road
17
Turn straight onto Brownsville Road Extension
3.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Brownsville Road Extension
18
At end of road, turn left onto Brownsville Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Brownsville Road
Use the straight lane.
19
Turn left onto Brownsville Road
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Brownsville Road
Use the left lane.
20
Continue on Provost Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Provost Road
21
Continue on Provost Road
202 ft
·
7 sec
·
Provost Road
22
Turn left onto PA 51
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
Saw Mill Run Boulevard
23
Continue on PA 51; Blue Belt
2.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Saw Mill Run Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
24
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Continue on this road
361 ft
·
12 sec
·
this road
26
Turn right onto Liberty Tunnels
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Liberty Tunnels
Use the right lane.
27
Continue on Liberty Bridge
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
·
Liberty Bridge
28
Turn straight onto Crosstown Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Crosstown Boulevard
29
Continue on Sixth Avenue
366 ft
·
16 sec
·
Sixth Avenue
30
Turn left onto Fifth Avenue
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
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Fifth Avenue
31
Turn right onto Grant Street
513 ft
·
21 sec
·
Grant Street
Use the right lane.
32
Arrive at destination
Grant Street
Trip Plan
Given the short 1 hour and 20-minute duration for this 48.6-mile trip, you have the flexibility to leave whenever suits you best. Consider an early departure to maximize your time in Pittsburgh or a mid-morning start to avoid peak rush hour traffic. With a fuel cost estimated at $8, planning for refueling isn't a major concern, but it's always wise to start with a full tank. Keep an eye out for the transition from the Mon/Fayette Expressway onto PA 166, as this is where the driving character changes.
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 24.3 miles from Masontown, PA, or about 38m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 17.1 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 48.6 miles or 1h 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 24.3 miles or 38m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 4m
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 Masontown, 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 Masontown, PA
This is one driving day of about 48.6 miles and 1h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Masontown, 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 Mon/Fayette Expressway for about 17.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24.3 mi from Masontown, PA · 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 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
$8.06 one way
$16.11 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $8.82 | $17.65 |
| premium | $4.93 | $9.43 | $18.85 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.73 | $21.46 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.20
Mon/Fayette Expressway
(17.1 mi)
$1.20
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
$8
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 17 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.10 | $2.33 |
| Efficient EV | 12.2 | 0 | $4.25 | $1.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.4 | 0 | $6.80 | $3.11 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Pittsburgh, PA
Afternoon in Pittsburgh on Wednesday
Local time
1:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
44°F
Mina, NY
24 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
22 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
1h 20m 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 Masontown, PA to Pittsburgh, PA covers 48.6 miles and takes about 1h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Mon/Fayette Expressway, PA 166, Brownsville Road Extension. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 24.3 miles from Masontown, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.06 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 18 significant decision points across 48.6 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 0.8 miles (PA 21; PA 166 / McClellandtown Road): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles (PA 166 / Edenborn Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 33.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Masontown, PA and Pittsburgh, PA, road signs point toward Pa Turnpike 43 North: California, Elizabeth and Finleyville.
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