Trip from Midland, PA to Donora, PA

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

43m

Distance

26 mi

42 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

one way

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 11 min

4 AM

0h 39m ★

6 AM

0h 43m

8 AM

0h 50m

10 AM

0h 46m

12 PM

0h 45m

3 PM

0h 46m

5 PM

0h 50m

8 PM

0h 41m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

The drive from Midland, PA to Donora, PA covers 26 miles and takes about 43m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on PA 136, PA 519, Mon/Fayette Expressway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 6.7 miles on PA 136. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.31 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

13 miles from Midland, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 23m into the drive .

Drive Character

This is a 43m highway drive covering 26 miles, with most of the trip on PA 136 and PA 519. The longest continuous stretch is about 6.7 miles on PA 136.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

PA 136 is the longest continuous segment at about 6.7 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on PA 136 and PA 519. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 6.6 miles in near PA 519.

Route Complexity 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

This is a straightforward 43m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 6.6 miles (PA 519): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 6.7 miles (Brownlee Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 15.7 miles: Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 11 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

6.6 mi into trip | ~12m in | PA 519

Enter roundabout onto PA 519

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

6.7 mi into trip | ~12m in | Brownlee Road

Enter roundabout onto Brownlee Road

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

15.7 mi into trip | ~28m in

Take the ramp toward PA Tpke 43 Toll South

Navigation decision point

Toward PA Tpke 43 Toll South

20.4 mi into trip | ~33m in

Take the exit toward Charleroi, Donora

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 39 Toward Charleroi, Donora

20.7 mi into trip | ~34m in | Coyle Curtin Road

Turn sharp left onto Coyle Curtin Road

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Midland, PA and Donora, PA, road signs point toward Pa Tpke 43 Toll South and Charleroi.

Pa Tpke 43 Toll South

15.7 mi in | ~28m

Charleroi

20.4 mi in | ~33m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
PA 136	6.7 mi	10m
PA 519	4.2 mi	7m
Mon/Fayette Expressway	3.9 mi	4m
PA 837	3.8 mi	6m
Brownlee Road	2.3 mi	5m
Hill Church Houston Road	1.4 mi	2m
North Main Street	1.1 mi	2m
Coyle Curtin Road	1 mi	1m

Longest stretch: PA 136 — 6.7 mi, about 10m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Midland, PA and Donora, PA.

Start on North Main Street

1.1 mi · 2 min · North Main Street

Continue on PA 519

1.4 mi · 2 min · Hill Church Houston Road

Turn right onto PA 519

4.1 mi · 6 min · PA 519

Turn slight right onto PA 519

137 ft · 2 sec · PA 519

Enter roundabout onto PA 519

101 ft · 2 sec · PA 519

Continue on PA 519

439 ft · 8 sec · PA 519

Enter roundabout onto Brownlee Road

187 ft · 4 sec · Brownlee Road

Continue on Brownlee Road

2.3 mi · 5 min · Brownlee Road

Turn left onto PA 136

6.7 mi · 10 min · PA 136

Take the ramp

0.8 mi · 1 min

Toward PA Tpke 43 Toll South

Merge onto PA Tpke 43

3.9 mi · 4 min · Mon/Fayette Expressway

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 35 sec

Exit 39 Toward Charleroi, Donora Use the slight right lane.

Turn sharp left onto Coyle Curtin Road

1.0 mi · 1 min · Coyle Curtin Road

Use the left lane.

At end of road, turn left onto PA 88

0.5 mi · 48 sec · Country Club Road

Turn right onto PA 837

1.8 mi · 2 min · PA 837

Turn right onto PA 837

2.0 mi · 3 min · PA 837

Arrive at destination

PA 837

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 13 miles from Midland, PA, or about 23m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 6.7 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 26 miles or 43m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 13 miles or 23m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 36m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Donora, PA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Have your navigation ready before leaving Midland, PA.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Midland, PA

This is one driving day of about 26 miles and 43m.

At 26 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.

The longest stretch is on PA 136 for about 6.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 13 mi from Midland, PA · 23m into the drive

Pacing Suggestions

Belle Vernon, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

McMurray, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 13 miles from Midland, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Donora, PA

Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Donora, 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

$4.31 one way

$8.62 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 9 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.61	$4.72	$9.44
premium	$4.93	$5.04	$10.08
diesel	$5.61	$5.74	$11.48

Estimated Tolls: $0.27

Mon/Fayette Expressway (3.9 mi) $0.27

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

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$30–$55

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 9.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	7.8	$2.73	$1.25
Efficient EV	6.5	$2.28	$1.04
EV Truck/SUV	10.4	$3.64	$1.66

Gas CO2

9 kg

EV CO2

3 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.

Forecast as of Apr 14, 2026

Origin

Midland, PA

Late night in Midland on Thursday

Local time

1:18 AM

EDT

Current temp

57°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Donora, PA

Late night in Donora on Thursday

Local time

1:18 AM

EDT

Current temp

49°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

8 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

43m 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 Midland, PA to Donora, PA covers 26 miles and takes about 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are PA 136, PA 519, Mon/Fayette Expressway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 13 miles from Midland, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.31 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 is a straightforward 43m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Between Midland, PA and Donora, PA, road signs point toward Pa Tpke 43 Toll South and Charleroi.