Origin
McMurray, PA
Evening in McMurray on Sunday
Local time
8:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from McMurray, PA to Strasburg, PA
Drive Time
5h 6m
Distance
246.6 mi
397 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$41
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 53m
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6 AM
5h 6m
8 AM
5h 33m
10 AM
5h 16m
12 PM
5h 13m
3 PM
5h 17m
5 PM
5h 32m
8 PM
4h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
McMurray, PA
Haneul Trac
Strasburg, PA
Haneul Trac
Trip Overview
Traveling from McMurray to Strasburg covers 246.6 miles across the state of Pennsylvania. You can comfortably complete this journey in about 5 hours and 6 minutes, making it a feasible one-day trip for most drivers. Budgeting approximately $41 for fuel will cover your transit across the Northeast region. Because the route is highway-focused, you will spend the majority of your time cruising on major thoroughfares. Whether you are heading out for a quick weekend getaway or a necessary business trek, this drive is straightforward enough to handle in a single session without feeling overly drained.
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
123.3 miles from McMurray, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 39m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highly efficient, highway-oriented experience that relies on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, PA 283, and the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway. With 85% of your time spent on high-speed roads, the trip feels like a focused interstate haul rather than a meandering backroad tour. You will spend a significant chunk of your travel time on a single 173.1-mile stretch along the Pennsylvania Turnpike, which allows for consistent speeds and steady progress. As you transition between these major arteries, the road maintains a predictable, reliable character that keeps you moving toward your destination with minimal technical navigation required.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 32 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 173.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and PA 283. 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
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 246.6 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 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 207 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 20 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
8
207 mi into trip
|
~4h 11m in
Take the exit toward I 283, PA 283: Harrisburg, Hershey
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 247
Toward I 283, PA 283: Harrisburg, Hershey
6
207.6 mi into trip
|
~4h 13m in
Take the exit toward PA 283 East: Airport, Lancaster
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 1A
Toward PA 283 East: Airport, Lancaster
6
241.6 mi into trip
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~4h 55m in
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PA 462 / Lincoln Highway East
Turn right onto PA 462 / Lincoln Highway East toward PA 462 West: Lancaster
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Toward PA 462 West: Lancaster
Towns Along This Route
Between McMurray, PA and Strasburg, PA, road signs point toward Patp: Harrisburg, Pittsburgh, Hershey and Lancaster.
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
Hershey
207 mi in
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~4h 11m
Lancaster
207.6 mi in
|
~4h 13m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 173.1 mi | 3h 10m |
| PA 283 | 28.6 mi | 33m |
| Dwight D Eisenhower Highway | 6 mi | 8m |
| Hayden Boulevard | 5.1 mi | 8m |
| US 30 | 5 mi | 6m |
| West Newton Road | 4.8 mi | 7m |
| Finleyville Elrama Road | 4.6 mi | 8m |
| Mount Pleasant Road | 3.6 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 173.1 mi, about 3h 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between McMurray, PA and Strasburg, PA.
1
Start on Thomas Road
52 ft
·
4 sec
·
Thomas Road
2
Turn right onto East McMurray Road
304 ft
·
8 sec
·
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
·
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
·
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
·
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
·
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
173 mi
·
3 hr 10 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the none lane.
23
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
2 min
Exit 247
Toward I 283, PA 283: Harrisburg, Hershey
Use the slight right lane.
24
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Exit 1A
Toward PA 283 East: Airport, Lancaster
25
Merge onto PA 283
29 mi
·
33 min
·
PA 283
Use the none lane.
26
Merge onto US 30
5.0 mi
·
6 min
·
US 30
Use the none lane.
27
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
Toward PA 462
28
Turn right onto PA 462
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
Lincoln Highway East
Toward PA 462 West: Lancaster
29
Turn left onto Strasburg Pike
3.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Strasburg Pike
30
Continue on Lancaster Avenue
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Lancaster Avenue
31
At end of road, turn left onto PA 741
348 ft
·
11 sec
·
West Main Street
32
Arrive at destination
PA 741
Trip Plan
To keep your 5-hour drive smooth, aim to depart early to avoid potential peak-hour congestion on the busy Turnpike sections. Since the trip includes one recommended stop, use that break to stretch and refuel your vehicle, keeping your $41 fuel budget in mind as you navigate. Because this route is heavily concentrated on high-speed highways, stay alert for changing traffic patterns during that long 173.1-mile stretch. Being flexible with your departure time is your best advantage here, as it allows you to manage the highway intensity at your own pace. Keep a close eye on your mileage, as the transition onto PA 283 marks the final leg of your journey into the Strasburg area.
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 123.3 miles from McMurray, PA, or about 2h 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 173.1 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 80 miles or 1h 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 123.3 miles or 2h 39m 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 5m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Strasburg, 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 246.6 miles and 5h 6m.
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 173.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 123.3 mi from McMurray, PA · 2h 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
123 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 123.3 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 173.1 miles.
Arriving in Strasburg, PA
The final approach into Strasburg, 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 Strasburg, PA.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$40.81 one way
$81.61 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
86 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $44.65 | $89.30 |
| premium | $4.92 | $47.79 | $95.57 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $54.79 | $109.57 |
Estimated Tolls: $22.50
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(173.1 mi)
$22.50
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
$41
Tolls
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$88–$113
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 86.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 74 | 0 | $25.89 | $11.84 |
| Efficient EV | 61.7 | 0 | $21.58 | $9.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 98.6 | 1 | $34.52 | $15.78 |
Gas CO2
86 kg
EV CO2
29 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Strasburg, PA
Evening in Strasburg on Sunday
Local time
8:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
51°F
Cuba, NY
123 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
21 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
5h 6m 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 Strasburg, PA covers 246.6 miles and takes about 5h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike, PA 283, Dwight D Eisenhower Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 123.3 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 $40.81 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 20 significant decision points across 246.6 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 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 207 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between McMurray, PA and Strasburg, PA, road signs point toward Patp: Harrisburg, Pittsburgh, Hershey and Lancaster.
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