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Drive Time
1h 15m
Distance
51.6 mi
83 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
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Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
McMurray, PA
Haneul Trac
Newtown, PA
Haneul Trac
The drive from McMurray, PA to Newtown, PA covers 51.6 miles and takes about 1h 15m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 79, Washington Road, Bobtown Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 26.8 miles on I 79. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.55 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
25.8 miles from McMurray, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 39m into the drive .
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The drive from McMurray, PA to Newtown, PA covers 51.6 miles and takes about 1h 15m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 2.5 miles in near US 19 / Washington Road.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 15m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.5 miles (US 19 / Washington Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 11.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.8 miles (I 79): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto US 19 / Washington Road
Lane positioning matters here
Take the ramp toward I 70 East, I 79 South: New Stanton, Morgantown
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit onto I 79 toward I 79 south: Waynesburg, Morgantown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward Garards Fort, Kirby
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn sharp right onto Garards Fort Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between McMurray, PA and Newtown, PA, road signs point toward Morgantown, Garards Fort and Kirby.
Morgantown
Garards Fort
Kirby
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 79 | 26.8 mi | 29m |
| Washington Road | 8.9 mi | 16m |
| Bobtown Road | 5.1 mi | 9m |
| Garards Fort Road | 3.7 mi | 6m |
| East McMurray Road | 2.5 mi | 6m |
| Dwight D Eisenhower Highway | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Kirby Road | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Budapest Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between McMurray, PA and Newtown, PA.
Start on Thomas Road
Turn left onto East McMurray Road
Turn left onto US 19
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 70; I 79
Take the exit onto I 79
Take the exit
Turn left onto Kirby Road
Continue on Kirby Fort Road
Continue on Kirby Road
Turn sharp right onto Garards Fort Road
Turn right onto Bobtown Road
Turn right onto Budapest Road
Continue on Budapest Road
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 51.6 miles or 1h 15m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 25.8 miles or 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 1h 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Newtown, 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 51.6 miles and 1h 15m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.8 mi from McMurray, PA · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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.
Municipality of Bethel Park, PA
Fuel and coffeeA short stop after about 51.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 25.8 miles from McMurray, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Newtown, 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 Newtown, PA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$8.55 one way
$17.11 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $9.37 | $18.74 |
| premium | $4.93 | $10.01 | $20.01 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.39 | $22.79 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.5 | 0 | $5.42 | $2.48 |
| Efficient EV | 12.9 | 0 | $4.52 | $2.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.6 | 0 | $7.22 | $3.30 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (67% 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 Wednesday
Local time
8:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Mostly Cloudy
Destination
Morning in Newtown on Wednesday
Local time
8:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
44°F
Mina, NY
26 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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