Origin
Mount Lebanon, PA
Afternoon in Mount Lebanon on Sunday
Local time
4:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mount Lebanon, PA to Chambersburg, PA
Drive Time
3h 32m
Distance
159.9 mi
257 km
Drive Score
9/10
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
3h 20m
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6 AM
3h 32m
8 AM
3h 57m
10 AM
3h 41m
12 PM
3h 38m
3 PM
3h 42m
5 PM
3h 56m
8 PM
3h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mount Lebanon, PA
Jo Kassis
Chambersburg, PA
Michael Taccetta
Trip Overview
Traveling from Mount Lebanon to Chambersburg covers approximately 159.9 miles and typically takes 3 hours and 32 minutes to complete. This trip is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as it doesn't require an overnight stay to manage the distance comfortably. You should budget roughly $26 for fuel to cover the journey. Navigating this route involves a combination of the Pennsylvania Turnpike, the historic Lincoln Highway, and Lincoln Way West. Because both your origin and destination are located within the Northeast, you will experience a consistent regional feel as you traverse Pennsylvania. It is a straightforward, practical route that offers a balance of efficiency and local road travel.
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
79.9 miles from Mount Lebanon, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 47m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience that transitions from high-speed transit to more localized travel. About 60 percent of your journey is spent on highways, providing a steady pace for the majority of the trip. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, where you will cover 94 miles of focused driving. As you move off the turnpike and onto the Lincoln Highway and Lincoln Way West, the character of the road shifts, requiring you to adjust to different traffic patterns. This blend of interstate and local roads ensures that the drive remains engaging rather than purely monotonous.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 32 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Pennsylvania Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 94 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 19; Yellow Belt / Washington Road.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 159.9 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 19; Yellow Belt / Washington Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 24.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 118.7 miles (I 70): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 20 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 19; Yellow Belt / Washington Road
At end of road, turn left onto US 19; Yellow Belt / Washington Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
24.4 mi into trip
|
~46m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 76 East: Harrisburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 76 East: Harrisburg
7
118.7 mi into trip
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~2h 29m in
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I 70
Take the exit onto I 70 toward US 30: Breezewood, Baltimore, Washington DC
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 30: Breezewood, Baltimore, Washington...
8
120.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 33m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 30 East: Chambersburg, Gettysburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 30 East: Chambersburg, Gettysburg
7
159.8 mi into trip
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~3h 31m in
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US 11 / North Main Street
Turn right onto US 11 / North Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Towns Along This Route
Between Mount Lebanon, PA and Chambersburg, PA, road signs point toward Patp, Baltimore, Washington and Gettysburg.
Patp
24 mi in
|
~45m
Baltimore
118.7 mi in
|
~2h 29m
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via I 70
Washington
118.7 mi in
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~2h 29m
|
via I 70
Gettysburg
120.7 mi in
|
~2h 33m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 94 mi | 1h 43m |
| Lincoln Highway | 24 mi | 35m |
| Lincoln Way West | 17.2 mi | 25m |
| Lincoln Way | 6.2 mi | 11m |
| Lebanon Church Road | 3.9 mi | 6m |
| Broughton Road | 2.4 mi | 5m |
| Yellow Belt | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| I 70 | 1.9 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 94 mi, about 1h 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mount Lebanon, PA and Chambersburg, PA.
1
Start on this road
237 ft
·
23 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left
156 ft
·
16 sec
3
At end of road, turn left onto US 19; Yellow Belt
281 ft
·
11 sec
·
Washington Road
Use the left lane.
4
Turn left onto Yellow Belt
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Connor Road
Use the left lane.
5
At end of road, turn right onto PA 88; Yellow Belt
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Library Road
6
Turn left onto Yellow Belt
2.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Broughton Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
At end of road, turn left onto Yellow Belt
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
Brownsville Road
Use the left lane.
8
Continue on Yellow Belt
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Curry Hollow Road
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on Yellow Belt
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Lebanon Church Road
10
Keep slight right at fork onto Yellow Belt
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Lebanon Church Road
11
Turn slight right onto Yellow Belt
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
Pittsburgh McKeesport Boulevard
12
Continue on Yellow Belt
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
·
Richland Avenue
13
Continue on Yellow Belt
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
·
W.D. Mansfield Memorial Bridge
14
Keep slight left at fork onto Yellow Belt
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Yellow Belt
Use the straight lane.
15
Continue on PA 148; Yellow Belt
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
5th Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Turn right onto Lincoln Way
5.9 mi
·
10 min
·
Lincoln Way
Use the straight lane.
17
Continue on Lincoln Way
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
Lincoln Way
18
Turn slight right onto US 30
3.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Lincoln Highway
19
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward PATP, I 76
20
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
this road
Toward PATP, I 76
21
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward I 76 East: Harrisburg
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
22
Merge onto I 76; PATP
94 mi
·
1 hr 43 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the none lane.
23
Take the exit onto I 70
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
I 70
Toward US 30: Breezewood, Baltimore, Washington DC
Use the slight right lane.
24
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
47 sec
Toward US 30 East: Chambersburg, Gettysburg
Use the slight right lane.
25
Merge onto US 30
21 mi
·
29 min
·
Lincoln Highway
26
Continue on US 30
17 mi
·
25 min
·
Lincoln Way West
27
Continue on US 30
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Loudon Street
Use the right lane.
28
Turn left onto South Franklin Street
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
South Franklin Street
29
Turn right onto West King Street
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
·
West King Street
30
Turn right onto US 11
509 ft
·
19 sec
·
North Main Street
Use the right lane.
31
Keep slight left at fork onto US 11
53 ft
·
1 sec
·
North Main Street
32
Arrive at destination
US 11
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 3 hour and 32 minute trip, aim to depart early in the day to avoid peak traffic congestion. Plan for at least one stop during the drive to stretch your legs and refresh, especially since the route includes a significant 94-mile stretch on the turnpike. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before entering the longer highway segments to ensure you aren't paying premium prices at busy service plazas. Given the total distance of 159.9 miles, the flexibility of a one-day trip allows you to set your own pace without feeling rushed. Always double-check your navigation as you transition from the turnpike onto the Lincoln Highway, as local road signage can change quickly.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 79.9 miles from Mount Lebanon, PA, or about 1h 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 94 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 80 miles or 1h 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 79.9 miles or 1h 47m 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 48m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Chambersburg, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Mount Lebanon, 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 Mount Lebanon, PA
This is one driving day of about 159.9 miles and 3h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Mount Lebanon, 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.
The longest stretch is on Pennsylvania Turnpike for about 94 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 79.9 mi from Mount Lebanon, PA · 1h 47m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
80 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 79.9 miles from Mount Lebanon, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Pennsylvania Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 94 miles.
Arriving in Chambersburg, PA
The final approach into Chambersburg, 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 Chambersburg, 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
$26.46 one way
$52.92 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
56 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $28.95 | $57.90 |
| premium | $4.92 | $30.99 | $61.97 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $35.52 | $71.05 |
Estimated Tolls: $12.23
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(94 mi)
$12.23
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
$26
Tolls
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$64–$89
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 55.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 48 | 0 | $16.79 | $7.68 |
| Efficient EV | 40 | 0 | $13.99 | $6.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 64 | 0 | $22.39 | $10.23 |
Gas CO2
56 kg
EV CO2
19 kg (66% 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
Chambersburg, PA
Afternoon in Chambersburg on Sunday
Local time
4:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
68°F
Washington, DC
80 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
3 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
3h 32m 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 Mount Lebanon, PA to Chambersburg, PA covers 159.9 miles and takes about 3h 32m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike, Lincoln Highway, Lincoln Way West. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 79.9 miles from Mount Lebanon, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $26.46 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 159.9 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 19; Yellow Belt / Washington Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 24.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 118.7 miles (I 70): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Mount Lebanon, PA and Chambersburg, PA, road signs point toward Patp, Baltimore, Washington and Gettysburg.
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