Origin
Mount Lebanon, PA
Evening in Mount Lebanon on Wednesday
Local time
7:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mount Lebanon, PA to Newtown, PA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 25m
Distance
56.5 mi
91 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 19m
★
6 AM
1h 25m
8 AM
1h 38m
10 AM
1h 30m
12 PM
1h 28m
3 PM
1h 30m
5 PM
1h 38m
8 PM
1h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mount Lebanon, PA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Mount Lebanon, PA to Newtown, PA covers 56.5 miles and takes about 1h 25m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Washington Road, I 70 East, Dwight D Eisenhower Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.37 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
28.3 miles from Mount Lebanon, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 42m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 25m drive with frequent turns across 56.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Washington 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 Mount Lebanon, PA to Newtown, PA is easy. At 1h 25m 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 Mount Lebanon, PA to Newtown, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Washington Road | — | — |
| I 70 East | — | — |
| Dwight D Eisenhower Highway | — | — |
| I 79 south | — | — |
| Garards Fort | — | — |
| Kirby Road | — | — |
| Kirby Fort Road | — | — |
| Garards Fort Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Washington Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mount Lebanon, PA and Newtown, PA.
1
Start on the route
236 ft
·
23 sec
·
the route
2
Turn left
157 ft
·
17 sec
3
At the end of the road, turn left onto Washington Road
16 mi
·
31 min
·
Washington Road
4
Take the ramp slight left toward I 70 East, I 79 South: New Stanton, Morgantown
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
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I 70 East, I 79 South: New Stanton, Morgantown
5
Merge slight left onto Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
6
Take the exit slight right toward I 79 south: Waynesburg, Morgantown
27 mi
·
29 min
·
I 79 south: Waynesburg, Morgantown
7
Take the exit slight right toward Garards Fort, Kirby
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Garards Fort, Kirby
8
Turn left onto Kirby Road
187 ft
·
4 sec
·
Kirby Road
9
Continue on Kirby Fort Road
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Kirby Fort Road
10
Continue on Kirby Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Kirby Road
11
Turn sharp right onto Garards Fort Road
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Garards Fort Road
12
Turn right onto Bobtown Road
5.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Bobtown Road
13
Turn right onto Budapest Road
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
·
Budapest Road
14
Continue on Budapest Road
66 ft
·
3 sec
·
Budapest Road
15
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 28.3 miles from Mount Lebanon, PA, or about 42m 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 12 miles or 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 28.3 miles or 42m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Newtown, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Mount Lebanon, PA
This is one driving day of about 56.5 miles and 1h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 12 miles from Mount Lebanon, 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 28.3 mi from Mount Lebanon, PA · 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.3 miles from Mount Lebanon, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Newtown, PA
The final approach into Newtown, 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
$9.37 one way
$18.73 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $10.26 | $20.52 |
| premium | $4.93 | $10.96 | $21.91 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.47 | $24.95 |
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: 19.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17 | 0 | $5.93 | $2.71 |
| Efficient EV | 14.1 | 0 | $4.94 | $2.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.6 | 0 | $7.91 | $3.62 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Newtown, PA
Evening in Newtown on Wednesday
Local time
7:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°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
13 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 25m 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 Newtown, PA covers 56.5 miles and takes about 1h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Washington Road, I 70 East, Dwight D Eisenhower Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 28.3 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 $9.37 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 Mount Lebanon, PA to Newtown, PA is easy. At 1h 25m 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 Mount Lebanon, PA to Newtown, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Mount Lebanon, PA to Newtown, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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