Origin
McMurray, PA
Late night in McMurray on Monday
Local time
1:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from McMurray, PA to Gettysburg, PA
Drive Time
4h 18m
Distance
186 mi
299 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$31
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 5m
★
6 AM
4h 19m
8 AM
4h 45m
10 AM
4h 28m
12 PM
4h 25m
3 PM
4h 29m
5 PM
4h 44m
8 PM
4h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
McMurray, PA
Haneul Trac
Gettysburg, PA
Jay Brand
Trip Overview
Traveling from McMurray to Gettysburg covers 186 miles and typically takes about 4 hours and 18 minutes of driving time. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $31 on fuel for the journey, making it a manageable addition to your travel budget. By following the Pennsylvania Turnpike, Lincoln Highway, and Lincoln Way West, you will navigate through the heart of the Northeast. Whether you are heading out for a quick weekend getaway or a historical excursion, this trip offers a straightforward transition between these two Pennsylvania locales.
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
93 miles from McMurray, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 5m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience that balances high-speed efficiency with local road navigation. About 49% of your journey will be spent on highways, providing a steady pace for nearly half the trip. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, where you will cover 86.5 miles before transitioning onto secondary roads. As you move from the turnpike toward the Lincoln Highway and Lincoln Way West, the character of the drive shifts from a wide-open interstate feel to more traditional local thoroughfares. This combination ensures you aren't stuck on a monotonous highway grind for the entire duration.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 34 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Pennsylvania Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 86.5 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 33 miles in near I 70.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 186 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 33 miles (I 70): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 33.5 miles (I 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 120.4 miles (I 70): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
33 mi into trip
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~58m in
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I 70
Take the exit onto I 70 toward I 70 Toll East, I 76 Toll, PATP: Harrisburg, Pittsburgh
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 58
Toward I 70 Toll East, I 76 Toll, PATP: Harrisb...
6
33.5 mi into trip
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~59m in
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I 70
Keep slight left at fork onto I 70 toward I 70 East, I 76 East: Harrisburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 70 East, I 76 East: Harrisburg
7
120.4 mi into trip
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~2h 35m in
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I 70
Take the exit onto I 70 toward US 30: Breezewood, Baltimore, Washington DC
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 30: Breezewood, Baltimore, Washington...
8
122.3 mi into trip
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~2h 39m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 30 East: Chambersburg, Gettysburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 30 East: Chambersburg, Gettysburg
6
185.9 mi into trip
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~4h 18m in
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US 30; US 15 Business; PA 116 / Lincoln Square
Enter roundabout onto US 30; US 15 Business; PA 116 / Lincoln Square
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Towns Along This Route
Between McMurray, PA and Gettysburg, PA, road signs point toward Patp: Harrisburg, Pittsburgh, Baltimore and Washington.
Patp: Harrisburg
33 mi in
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~58m
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via I 70
Pittsburgh
33 mi in
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~58m
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via I 70
Baltimore
120.4 mi in
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~2h 35m
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via I 70
Washington
120.4 mi in
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~2h 35m
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via I 70
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 86.5 mi | 1h 35m |
| Lincoln Highway | 20.7 mi | 29m |
| Lincoln Way West | 17.2 mi | 25m |
| Chambersburg Road | 13.4 mi | 20m |
| Lincoln Way East | 10.1 mi | 16m |
| Dwight D Eisenhower Highway | 6 mi | 8m |
| Hayden Boulevard | 5.1 mi | 8m |
| West Newton Road | 4.8 mi | 7m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 86.5 mi, about 1h 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between McMurray, PA and Gettysburg, PA.
1
Start on Thomas Road
52 ft
·
4 sec
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Thomas Road
2
Turn right onto East McMurray Road
304 ft
·
8 sec
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East McMurray Road
3
Turn right onto Valley Brook Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Valley Brook Road
4
Enter roundabout onto Bebout Road
35 ft
·
1 sec
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Bebout Road
5
Continue on Bebout Road
2.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Bebout Road
6
At end of road, turn left onto Venetia Road
1.5 mi
·
3 min
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Venetia Road
7
Continue on Rankintown Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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Rankintown Road
8
Continue on Washington Avenue
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
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Washington Avenue
9
Continue on Washington Avenue
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Washington Avenue
10
Continue on Finleyville Elrama Road
4.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Finleyville Elrama Road
11
Turn left onto PA 837
2.3 mi
·
4 min
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PA 837
12
Take the ramp
362 ft
·
10 sec
13
Merge onto PA 51
5.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Hayden Boulevard
14
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
15
Turn left onto PA 136
320 ft
·
6 sec
·
Rainbow Run Road
16
Continue on PA 136
4.8 mi
·
7 min
·
West Newton Road
17
Continue on PA 136
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Mount Pleasant Road
18
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
19
Merge onto I 70
6.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Use the none lane.
20
Take the exit onto I 70
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 70
Exit 58
Toward I 70 Toll East, I 76 Toll, PATP: Harrisburg, Pittsburgh
Use the slight right lane.
21
Keep slight left at fork onto I 70
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
I 70
Toward I 70 East, I 76 East: Harrisburg
22
Merge onto I 70; I 76; PATP
87 mi
·
1 hr 35 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the none lane.
23
Take the exit onto I 70
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
I 70
Toward US 30: Breezewood, Baltimore, Washington DC
Use the slight right lane.
24
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
47 sec
Toward US 30 East: Chambersburg, Gettysburg
Use the slight right lane.
25
Merge onto US 30
21 mi
·
29 min
·
Lincoln Highway
26
Continue on US 30
17 mi
·
25 min
·
Lincoln Way West
27
Continue on US 30
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Loudon Street
Use the right lane.
28
Continue on US 30
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Queen Street
29
Merge onto US 30
10 mi
·
16 min
·
Lincoln Way East
Use the straight / right lanes.
30
Continue on US 30
13 mi
·
20 min
·
Chambersburg Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
31
Continue on US 30
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Buford Avenue
32
Continue on US 30
0.3 mi
·
58 sec
·
Chambersburg Street
33
Enter roundabout onto US 30; US 15 Business; PA 116
237 ft
·
8 sec
·
Lincoln Square
34
Arrive at destination
US 30; US 15 Business; PA 116
Trip Plan
Since this is a four-hour drive, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refresh yourself behind the wheel. Leaving early in the morning is your best strategy to avoid mid-day traffic and arrive in Gettysburg with plenty of time to spare. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge during the longer 86.5-mile stretch on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, as service plazas are your most reliable spots for refueling. Because the route is relatively short, you have the flexibility to adjust your departure time based on your personal preference. Remember that the final leg involves navigating Lincoln Way West, so stay alert for changing speed limits as you approach your destination.
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 93 miles from McMurray, PA, or about 2h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 86.5 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 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 93 miles or 2h 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 3h 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Gettysburg, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving McMurray, 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 McMurray, PA
This is one driving day of about 186 miles and 4h 18m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from McMurray, 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 Pennsylvania Turnpike for about 86.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 93 mi from McMurray, PA · 2h 5m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
93 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 93 miles from McMurray, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Pennsylvania Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 86.5 miles.
Arriving in Gettysburg, PA
The final approach into Gettysburg, 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 Gettysburg, 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
$30.78 one way
$61.56 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
65 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $33.68 | $67.36 |
| premium | $4.92 | $36.04 | $72.09 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $41.32 | $82.65 |
Estimated Tolls: $11.25
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(86.5 mi)
$11.25
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
$31
Tolls
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$67–$92
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 65.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 55.8 | 0 | $19.53 | $8.93 |
| Efficient EV | 46.5 | 0 | $16.28 | $7.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 74.4 | 0 | $26.04 | $11.90 |
Gas CO2
65 kg
EV CO2
22 kg (66% 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
Gettysburg, PA
Late night in Gettysburg on Monday
Local time
1:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°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
3 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
4h 18m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from McMurray, PA to Gettysburg, PA covers 186 miles and takes about 4h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike, Lincoln Highway, Lincoln Way West. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 93 miles from McMurray, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $30.78 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 186 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 33 miles (I 70): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 33.5 miles (I 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 120.4 miles (I 70): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between McMurray, PA and Gettysburg, PA, road signs point toward Patp: Harrisburg, Pittsburgh, Baltimore and Washington.
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