Origin
McMurray, PA
Afternoon in McMurray on Wednesday
Local time
4:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from McMurray, PA to Smithfield, PA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 9m
Distance
51.7 mi
83 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 4m
★
6 AM
1h 9m
8 AM
1h 21m
10 AM
1h 13m
12 PM
1h 12m
3 PM
1h 14m
5 PM
1h 20m
8 PM
1h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
McMurray, PA
Haneul Trac
Smithfield, PA
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Trip Overview
The drive from McMurray, PA to Smithfield, PA covers 51.7 miles and takes about 1h 9m 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 $8.57 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 34m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 9m drive with frequent turns across 51.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 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. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from McMurray, PA to Smithfield, PA is easy. At 1h 9m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from McMurray, PA to Smithfield, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East McMurray Road | — | — |
| Valley Brook Road | — | — |
| Bebout Road | — | — |
| Venetia Road | — | — |
| Rankintown Road | — | — |
| Washington Avenue | — | — |
| Finleyville Elrama Road | — | — |
| Mon/Fayette Expressway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
East McMurray Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between McMurray, PA and Smithfield, PA.
1
Start on Thomas Road
52 ft
·
5 sec
·
Thomas Road
2
Turn right onto East McMurray Road
305 ft
·
8 sec
·
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
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Finleyville Elrama Road
11
Take the ramp right
0.5 mi
·
1 min
12
Merge slight left onto Mon/Fayette Expressway
34 mi
·
37 min
·
Mon/Fayette Expressway
13
Keep slight right to continue on US 119 South, PA 43: Morgantown
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
US 119 South, PA 43: Morgantown
14
Merge slight left
3.3 mi
·
4 min
15
Keep slight right to continue on Mon/Fayette Expressway
3.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Mon/Fayette Expressway
16
Take the exit slight right toward Fairchance, Smithfield
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
Fairchance, Smithfield
17
Turn right onto Big Six Road
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Big Six Road
18
At the end of the road, turn left onto Morgantown Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Morgantown Road
19
Continue on Morgantown Street
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
Morgantown Street
20
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 25.8 miles from McMurray, PA, or about 34m 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 11 miles or 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 25.8 miles or 34m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Smithfield, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving McMurray, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from McMurray, PA
This is one driving day of about 51.7 miles and 1h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 11 miles from McMurray, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.8 mi from McMurray, PA · 34m 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Municipality of Bethel Park, PA
Fuel and coffeeA short stop after about 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.8 miles from McMurray, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Smithfield, PA
The final approach into Smithfield, PA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.57 one way
$17.14 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $9.39 | $18.77 |
| premium | $4.93 | $10.03 | $20.05 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.41 | $22.83 |
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 | $5.43 | $2.48 |
| Efficient EV | 12.9 | 0 | $4.52 | $2.07 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.7 | 0 | $7.24 | $3.31 |
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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Smithfield, PA
Afternoon in Smithfield on Wednesday
Local time
4:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
48°F
Charleroi, PA
26 mi in
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
9 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
1h 9m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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 Smithfield, PA covers 51.7 miles and takes about 1h 9m 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 25.8 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 $8.57 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from McMurray, PA to Smithfield, PA is easy. At 1h 9m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from McMurray, PA to Smithfield, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from McMurray, PA to Smithfield, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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