Origin
Messmore, PA
Evening in Messmore on Wednesday
Local time
6:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Messmore, PA to Dunbar, PA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
29m
Distance
17 mi
27 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 27m
★
6 AM
0h 30m
8 AM
0h 35m
10 AM
0h 32m
12 PM
0h 31m
3 PM
0h 32m
5 PM
0h 35m
8 PM
0h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dunbar, PA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Messmore, PA to Dunbar, PA covers 17 miles and takes about 29m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 40, McClellandtown Road, Messmore Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 8.6 miles on US 40. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.82 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
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
8.5 miles from Messmore, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 17m into the drive .
Drive Character
The drive from Messmore, PA to Dunbar, PA covers 17 miles and takes about 29m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 40 is the longest continuous segment at about 8.6 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,249 ft
1,000 ft
Total Climb
489 ft
Total Descent
447 ft
Highest Point
1,249 ft
~3.6 mi in
Elevation Range
250 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 miles in near PA 21 / McClellandtown Road.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 17 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles (PA 21 / McClellandtown Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.2 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
PA 21 / McClellandtown Road
Turn right onto PA 21 / McClellandtown Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
6.1 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
6.2 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 119 North, US 40 West: Connellsville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 119 North, US 40 West: Connellsville
4
16.4 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
Woodvale Street
At end of road, turn right onto Woodvale Street
Navigation decision point
6
16.7 mi into trip
|
~28m in
|
Connellsville Street
Turn sharp left onto Connellsville Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 40 | 8.6 mi | 10m |
| McClellandtown Road | 4.9 mi | 8m |
| Messmore Road | 1.2 mi | 4m |
| Ranch Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| Connellsville Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Woodvale Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 40
— 8.6 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Messmore, PA and Dunbar, PA.
1
Start on Messmore Road
1.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Messmore Road
2
Turn right onto PA 21
4.9 mi
·
8 min
·
McClellandtown Road
Use the straight lane.
3
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Use the right lane.
4
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 119 North, US 40 West: Connellsville
5
Merge onto US 40; US 119
8.6 mi
·
10 min
·
US 40; US 119
6
Turn right onto Ranch Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Ranch Road
7
At end of road, turn right onto Woodvale Street
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
Woodvale Street
8
Turn sharp left onto Connellsville Street
0.2 mi
·
47 sec
·
Connellsville Street
9
Continue on Connellsville Street
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
Connellsville Street
10
Turn left
44 ft
·
3 sec
11
Arrive at 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 8.5 miles from Messmore, PA, or about 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 8.6 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 17 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 8.5 miles or 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dunbar, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Messmore, PA.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Messmore, PA
This is one driving day of about 17 miles and 29m.
At 17 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on US 40 for about 8.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 8.5 mi from Messmore, PA · 17m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 8.5 miles from Messmore, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Dunbar, PA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Dunbar, PA if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.82 one way
$5.64 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $3.09 | $6.17 |
| premium | $4.93 | $3.30 | $6.59 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.75 | $7.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.1 | 0 | $1.78 | $0.82 |
| Efficient EV | 4.3 | 0 | $1.49 | $0.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.38 | $1.09 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Dunbar, PA
Evening in Dunbar on Wednesday
Local time
6:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
25 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
29m 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 Messmore, PA to Dunbar, PA covers 17 miles and takes about 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 40, McClellandtown Road, Messmore Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.5 miles from Messmore, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.82 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 17 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles (PA 21 / McClellandtown Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Messmore, PA to Dunbar, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 1,000 ft to 1,249 ft elevation with about 489 ft of total climbing.
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