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11m
Distance
4.7 mi
8 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
McMurray, PA
Haneul Trac
The drive from McMurray, PA to Bethel Park, PA covers 4.7 miles and takes about 11m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East McMurray Road, South Park Road, McMurray Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 1.9 miles on East McMurray Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $0.78 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
2.3 miles from McMurray, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 5m into the drive .
Expect a 11m drive with frequent turns across 4.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
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. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East McMurray Road.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 11m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East McMurray Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.8 miles (South Park Road): Navigation decision point; at 4.6 miles: Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto East McMurray Road
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto South Park Road
Navigation decision point
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Turn left
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East McMurray Road | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| South Park Road | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| McMurray Road | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Thomas Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between McMurray, PA and Bethel Park, PA.
Start on Thomas Road
Turn right onto East McMurray Road
Continue on McMurray Road
Turn right onto South Park Road
Turn right
Turn right
Turn left
Arrive at destination
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.
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 4.7 miles or 11m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 2.3 miles or 5m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bethel Park, PA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving McMurray, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 McMurray, PA
This is one driving day of about 4.7 miles and 11m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 2.3 mi from McMurray, PA · 5m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
2 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.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$0.78 one way
$1.56 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $0.85 | $1.70 |
| premium | $4.92 | $0.91 | $1.82 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $1.04 | $2.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 1.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $0 in charging · 0 stops · 50% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 1.4 | 0 | $0.49 | $0.23 |
| Efficient EV | 1.2 | 0 | $0.41 | $0.19 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 1.9 | 0 | $0.66 | $0.30 |
Gas CO2
2 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (50% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in McMurray on Monday
Local time
7:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Mostly Cloudy
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 13 at 5:13AM EDT by NWS State College PA
Destination
Morning in Bethel Park on Monday
Local time
7:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Along the Route
52°F
Mina, NY
2 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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