Origin
McMurray, PA
Morning in McMurray on Monday
Local time
8:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from McMurray, PA to Philadelphia, PA
Drive Time
4h 58m
Distance
312.2 mi
502 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$52
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 45m
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6 AM
4h 59m
8 AM
5h 26m
10 AM
5h 8m
12 PM
5h 5m
3 PM
5h 10m
5 PM
5h 24m
8 PM
4h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
McMurray, PA
Haneul Trac
Philadelphia, PA
Samyantak Mohanty
Trip Overview
The drive from McMurray, PA to Philadelphia, PA covers 312.2 miles and takes about 4h 58m 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, Valley Brook Road, Bebout Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $51.66 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
156.1 miles from McMurray, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 29m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 4h 58m drive with frequent turns across 312.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 30 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East McMurray Road 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 4h 58m 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 McMurray, PA to Philadelphia, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East McMurray Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Valley Brook Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Bebout Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Venetia Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Rankintown Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Washington Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Finleyville Elrama Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Hayden Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
East McMurray Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between McMurray, PA and Philadelphia, PA.
1
Start on Thomas Road
52 ft
·
5 sec
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Thomas Road
2
Turn right onto East McMurray Road
305 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 the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Bebout Road
36 ft
·
1 sec
·
Bebout Road
5
Exit the roundabout onto Bebout Road
2.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Bebout Road
6
At the end of the road, turn left onto Venetia Road
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Venetia Road
7
Continue on Rankintown Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Rankintown Road
8
Continue on Washington Avenue
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
·
Washington Avenue
9
Continue on Washington Avenue
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
Washington Avenue
10
Continue on Finleyville Elrama Road
4.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Finleyville Elrama Road
11
Turn left
2.3 mi
·
4 min
12
Take the ramp straight
361 ft
·
10 sec
13
Merge slight right onto Hayden Boulevard
5.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Hayden Boulevard
14
Take the exit slight right
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
15
Turn left onto Rainbow Run Road
322 ft
·
7 sec
·
Rainbow Run Road
16
Continue on West Newton Road
4.8 mi
·
7 min
·
West Newton Road
17
Continue on Mount Pleasant Road
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Mount Pleasant Road
18
Take the ramp left
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
19
Merge slight left onto Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
6.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
20
Take the exit slight right toward I 70 Toll East, I 76 Toll, PATP: Harrisburg, Pittsburgh
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 70 Toll East, I 76 Toll, PATP: Harrisburg, Pittsburgh
21
Keep slight left to continue on I 70 East, I 76 East: Harrisburg
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
I 70 East, I 76 East: Harrisburg
22
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
252 mi
·
4 hr 34 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
23
Take the exit slight right toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia
18 mi
·
26 min
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I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia
24
Keep slight left to continue on Vine Street Expressway
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Vine Street Expressway
25
Take the exit slight right toward Central Philadelphia
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Central Philadelphia
26
Keep slight right to continue on 15th Street, Central Philadelphia
315 ft
·
11 sec
·
15th Street, Central Philadelphia
27
Turn right onto North 15th Street
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
North 15th Street
28
Turn slight left onto South Penn Square
377 ft
·
9 sec
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South Penn Square
29
Keep slight left to continue on South Penn Square
167 ft
·
3 sec
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South Penn Square
30
Arrive at your destination
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 156.1 miles from McMurray, PA, or about 2h 29m 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 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 156.1 miles or 2h 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 4m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Philadelphia, 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 312.2 miles and 4h 58m.
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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 156.1 mi from McMurray, PA · 2h 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
156 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 156.1 miles from McMurray, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Philadelphia, PA
The final approach into Philadelphia, 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 Philadelphia, 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
$51.66 one way
$103.32 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
109 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $56.53 | $113.06 |
| premium | $4.92 | $60.50 | $121.00 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $69.36 | $138.72 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$52
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$77–$102
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 109.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $33 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 93.7 | 1 | $32.78 | $14.99 |
| Efficient EV | 78.1 | 0 | $27.32 | $12.49 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 124.9 | 1 | $43.71 | $19.98 |
Gas CO2
109 kg
EV CO2
37 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Philadelphia, PA
Morning in Philadelphia on Monday
Local time
8:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
51°F
Cuba, NY
156 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
4 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 58m 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 Philadelphia, PA covers 312.2 miles and takes about 4h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East McMurray Road, Valley Brook Road, Bebout Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 156.1 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 $51.66 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 straightforward 4h 58m 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 McMurray, PA to Philadelphia, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from McMurray, PA to Philadelphia, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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