Origin
Monongahela, PA
Late night in Monongahela on Wednesday
Local time
2:05 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Monongahela, PA to Erie, PA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
2h 42m
Distance
158.1 mi
254 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 32m
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6 AM
2h 42m
8 AM
3h 3m
10 AM
2h 50m
12 PM
2h 47m
3 PM
2h 51m
5 PM
3h 2m
8 PM
2h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Monongahela, PA
Michael Taccetta
Trip Overview
This 158.1-mile journey from Monongahela, PA, to Erie, PA, is best tackled in a single day, taking approximately 2 hours and 42 minutes. You'll navigate primarily via Dry Run Road, PA Tpke 43 North, and the Mon/Fayette Expressway, with no highway driving involved. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $26, and you'll encounter one recommended stop along the way. This route offers a more local driving experience, making it a straightforward option for a one-day excursion within Pennsylvania.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
79 miles from Monongahela, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 21m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for this 158.1-mile trip, as indicated by its 0% highway share. You won't find long stretches of uninterrupted driving; instead, the route emphasizes varied local roads. The character of the drive will likely involve frequent adjustments and a more engaged experience behind the wheel as you transition between Dry Run Road, PA Tpke 43 North, and the Mon/Fayette Expressway. This type of route encourages a steady pace rather than high-speed travel.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 28 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Dry Run 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 Monongahela, PA to Erie, PA is easy. At 2h 42m 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 Monongahela, PA to Erie, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dry Run Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| PA Tpke 43 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Mon/Fayette Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Elizabeth | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Finleyville Elrama Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| McChain Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Brownsville Road Extension | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Brownsville Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Dry Run Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Monongahela, PA and Erie, PA.
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Start on the route
0.8 mi
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2 min
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the route
2
Turn left onto Dry Run Road
3.0 mi
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4 min
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Dry Run Road
3
Take the ramp right toward PA Tpke 43 North: Pittsburgh
0.4 mi
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49 sec
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PA Tpke 43 North: Pittsburgh
4
Merge slight left onto Mon/Fayette Expressway
3.2 mi
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3 min
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Mon/Fayette Expressway
5
Take the exit slight right toward West Elizabeth, Finleyville
0.4 mi
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59 sec
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West Elizabeth, Finleyville
6
Turn left onto Finleyville Elrama Road
0.5 mi
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51 sec
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Finleyville Elrama Road
7
Turn right onto McChain Road
69 ft
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2 sec
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McChain Road
8
Keep slight left to continue on McChain Road
1.7 mi
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4 min
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McChain Road
9
Turn straight onto Brownsville Road Extension
3.9 mi
·
7 min
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Brownsville Road Extension
10
At the end of the road, turn left onto Brownsville Road
0.5 mi
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1 min
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Brownsville Road
11
Turn left onto Brownsville Road
2.1 mi
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3 min
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Brownsville Road
12
Continue on Provost Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
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Provost Road
13
Continue on Provost Road
203 ft
·
8 sec
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Provost Road
14
Turn left onto Saw Mill Run Boulevard
0.3 mi
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48 sec
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Saw Mill Run Boulevard
15
Continue on Saw Mill Run Boulevard
2.3 mi
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5 min
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Saw Mill Run Boulevard
16
Take the exit slight right
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
17
Continue straight
361 ft
·
13 sec
18
Turn right onto Liberty Tunnels
1.2 mi
·
2 min
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Liberty Tunnels
19
Continue on Liberty Bridge
0.5 mi
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1 min
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Liberty Bridge
20
Take the exit straight toward I 579 North
0.2 mi
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27 sec
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I 579 North
21
Continue on Crosstown Boulevard
0.4 mi
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48 sec
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Crosstown Boulevard
22
Continue on Veterans Bridge
1.1 mi
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1 min
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Veterans Bridge
23
Continue on Parkway North
12 mi
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16 min
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Parkway North
24
Merge slight left
111 mi
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2 hr
25
Take the exit slight right toward PA 5 East, PA 290 East: 12th Street
0.3 mi
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50 sec
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PA 5 East, PA 290 East: 12th Street
26
Turn right onto West 12th Street
2.3 mi
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4 min
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West 12th Street
27
Turn left onto State Street
0.4 mi
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1 min
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State Street
28
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour 42-minute duration and 158.1-mile length, this drive is easily completed in a single day from Monongahela to Erie. Aim to depart in the morning to allow ample time for the one suggested stop and to avoid any potential rush hour traffic. With a fuel cost estimated at $26, keeping an eye on your gauge is straightforward. The 'turn-heavy local drive' profile suggests paying close attention to navigation, especially as you transition between Dry Run Road, PA Tpke 43 North, and the Mon/Fayette Expressway, to ensure you stay on track.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 79 miles from Monongahela, PA, or about 1h 21m 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 80 miles or 1h 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 79 miles or 1h 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Erie, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Monongahela, 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 Monongahela, PA
This is one driving day of about 158.1 miles and 2h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Monongahela, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 79 mi from Monongahela, PA · 1h 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
79 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
Arriving in Erie, PA
The final approach into Erie, 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 Erie, PA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$26.21 one way
$52.42 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
55 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $28.71 | $57.41 |
| premium | $4.93 | $30.66 | $61.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $34.91 | $69.81 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 55.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 47.4 | 0 | $16.60 | $7.59 |
| Efficient EV | 39.5 | 0 | $13.83 | $6.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 63.2 | 0 | $22.13 | $10.12 |
Gas CO2
55 kg
EV CO2
18 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
Erie, PA
Late night in Erie on Wednesday
Local time
2:05 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Mina, NY
79 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
9 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
2h 42m 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 Monongahela, PA to Erie, PA covers 158.1 miles and takes about 2h 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Dry Run Road, PA Tpke 43 North, Mon/Fayette Expressway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 79 miles from Monongahela, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $26.21 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Monongahela, PA to Erie, PA is easy. At 2h 42m 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 Monongahela, PA to Erie, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Monongahela, PA to Erie, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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