Origin
McMurray, PA
Afternoon in McMurray on Thursday
Local time
3:10 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from McMurray, PA to McKean, PA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
4h 7m
Distance
170 mi
274 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$28
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 55m
★
6 AM
4h 8m
8 AM
4h 34m
10 AM
4h 17m
12 PM
4h 14m
3 PM
4h 18m
5 PM
4h 33m
8 PM
4h 0m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
McMurray, PA
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McKean, PA
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Trip Overview
The drive from McMurray, PA to McKean, PA covers 170 miles and takes about 4h 7m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on PA 28, US 219, PA 949 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 72.8 miles on PA 28. At current regular gas prices, budget about $28.18 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
85 miles from McMurray, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 5m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 7m. Total distance: 170 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Drive Character
This is a 4h 7m highway drive covering 170 miles, with most of the trip on PA 28 and US 219. The longest continuous stretch is about 72.8 miles on PA 28.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 33 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
PA 28 is the longest continuous segment at about 72.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on PA 28 and US 219. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 7.7 miles in near US 19; Yellow Belt / Cochran Road.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 170 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 7.7 miles (US 19; Yellow Belt / Cochran Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 14.5 miles (I 279 / Penn-Lincoln Parkway North): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 15.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. 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
7.7 mi into trip
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~17m in
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US 19; Yellow Belt / Cochran Road
Turn left onto US 19; Yellow Belt / Cochran Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
14.5 mi into trip
|
~29m in
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I 279 / Penn-Lincoln Parkway North
Keep slight left at fork onto I 279 / Penn-Lincoln Parkway North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
8
15.5 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Take the exit toward PA 28 North: Chestnut Street, East Ohio Street, Etna
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 1D
Toward PA 28 North: Chestnut Street, East Ohio...
6
53 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 422 East, PA 28 North: Kittanning, Indiana
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 422 East, PA 28 North: Kittanning, In...
5
128.3 mi into trip
|
~3h 12m in
|
PA 948 / Main Street
Turn right onto PA 948 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between McMurray, PA and McKean, PA, road signs point toward Etna and Indiana.
Etna
15.5 mi in
|
~30m
Indiana
53 mi in
|
~1h 19m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| PA 28 | 72.8 mi | 1h 39m |
| US 219 | 18.2 mi | 20m |
| PA 949 | 16.9 mi | 25m |
| Richardsville Road | 14.3 mi | 21m |
| Ridgway-Johnsonburg Road | 5.7 mi | 8m |
| US 422 | 5.1 mi | 6m |
| Mt Alton Road | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| Wilcox Road | 4.1 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
PA 28
— 72.8 mi, about 1h 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between McMurray, PA and McKean, PA.
1
Start on Thomas Road
52 ft
·
4 sec
·
Thomas Road
2
Turn right onto East McMurray Road
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
East McMurray Road
3
Continue on McMurray Road
2.4 mi
·
5 min
·
McMurray Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Turn slight right
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
5
Turn straight onto US 19
3.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Washington Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Turn left onto US 19; Yellow Belt
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Cochran Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Turn right onto PA 121
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Greentree Road
8
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward I 376 East: Pittsburgh
9
Merge onto I 376; US 22; US 30
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Penn-Lincoln Parkway West
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 279
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Penn-Lincoln Parkway North
11
Continue on I 279
0.8 mi
·
56 sec
·
I 279
Exit 70C
Toward I 279 North: North Shore
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 1D
Toward PA 28 North: Chestnut Street, East Ohio Street, Etna
Use the slight right lane.
13
Continue on PA 28
37 mi
·
48 min
·
PA 28
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi
·
52 sec
Toward US 422 East, PA 28 North: Kittanning, Indiana
15
Merge onto US 422; PA 28
5.1 mi
·
6 min
·
US 422; PA 28
16
Continue on PA 28; PA 66
36 mi
·
51 min
·
PA 28; PA 66
17
Turn right onto South Main Street
1.6 mi
·
4 min
·
South Main Street
18
Turn left onto CR 4005
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Richards St
19
Continue on Richardsville Road
14 mi
·
21 min
·
Richardsville Road
20
Continue on PA 949
17 mi
·
25 min
·
PA 949
21
Turn left onto PA 949
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
South Mill Avenue
22
Turn right onto PA 948
521 ft
·
25 sec
·
Main Street
23
Turn left onto US 219
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
North Broad Street
24
Continue on US 219
5.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Ridgway-Johnsonburg Road
25
Continue on US 219
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Johnsonburg Bypass
26
Continue on US 219
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Market Street
27
Continue on US 219
4.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Wilcox Road
28
Keep slight right at fork onto US 219
18 mi
·
20 min
·
US 219
29
Turn right onto PA 59
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Mt Alton Road
30
Continue on PA 59
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Mt Alton-Ormsby Road
31
Turn left onto Ormsby Crossroad
415 ft
·
15 sec
·
Ormsby Crossroad
32
Continue on PA 646
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Ridge Road
33
Arrive at destination
PA 646
Trip Plan
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 85 miles from McMurray, PA, or about 2h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 72.8 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 37 miles or 58m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 85 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 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near McKean, 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 170 miles and 4h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 37 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 PA 28 for about 72.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 85 mi from McMurray, PA · 2h 5m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
85 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 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 85 miles from McMurray, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before PA 28 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 72.8 miles.
Arriving in McKean, PA
The final approach into McKean, 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 McKean, 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
$28.18 one way
$56.37 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
60 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $30.87 | $61.74 |
| premium | $4.93 | $32.97 | $65.94 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $37.53 | $75.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 59.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 51 | 0 | $17.85 | $8.16 |
| Efficient EV | 42.5 | 0 | $14.87 | $6.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 68 | 0 | $23.80 | $10.88 |
Gas CO2
59 kg
EV CO2
20 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
McKean, PA
Afternoon in McKean on Thursday
Local time
3:10 PM
EDT
Current temp
27°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
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
4h 7m 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 McKean, PA covers 170 miles and takes about 4h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are PA 28, US 219, PA 949. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 85 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 $28.18 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 18 significant decision points across 170 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 7.7 miles (US 19; Yellow Belt / Cochran Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 14.5 miles (I 279 / Penn-Lincoln Parkway North): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 15.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between McMurray, PA and McKean, PA, road signs point toward Etna and Indiana.
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