Origin
Mount Lebanon, PA
Evening in Mount Lebanon on Sunday
Local time
7:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mount Lebanon, PA to Waynesboro, PA
Drive Time
3h 48m
Distance
168.3 mi
271 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$28
one way
EV Charging
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Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 35m
★
6 AM
3h 48m
8 AM
4h 13m
10 AM
3h 57m
12 PM
3h 54m
3 PM
3h 58m
5 PM
4h 12m
8 PM
3h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mount Lebanon, PA
Jo Kassis
Waynesboro, PA
Michael Taccetta
Trip Overview
Spanning 168.3 miles, this drive from Mount Lebanon to Waynesboro takes approximately 3 hours and 48 minutes to complete. Because the trip is relatively short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless you prefer a slower pace. Expect to spend around $28 on fuel for the journey, which keeps the trip budget-friendly. You will travel through the Northeast region of Pennsylvania, transitioning from the suburban outskirts of the Pittsburgh area toward the historic corridors of the state. It is a straightforward trip that balances efficiency with local road travel, making it a reliable choice for a weekend getaway or a quick visit to friends and family.
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
84.2 miles from Mount Lebanon, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 52m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip offers a mixed driving profile, alternating between high-speed transit and local navigation. You will spend roughly 57% of your time on highways, with your longest uninterrupted stretch being a 94-mile run along the Pennsylvania Turnpike. After departing the major turnpike system, the character of the road shifts as you transition onto the Lincoln Highway and eventually Lemar Road. This blend ensures you get the efficiency of interstate travel for the majority of the distance before settling into the slower, more deliberate pace of local roads. You should be prepared for this transition, as the driving experience changes significantly once you exit the turnpike.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 33 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.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
2,347 ft
594 ft
Total Climb
1,971 ft
Total Descent
2,302 ft
Highest Point
2,347 ft
~72.1 mi in
Elevation Range
1,752 ft
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 18 significant decision points across 168.3 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 18 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
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~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
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~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
155.5 mi into trip
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~3h 25m in
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PA 16 / Buchanan Trail West
At end of road, turn left onto PA 16 / Buchanan Trail West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Towns Along This Route
Between Mount Lebanon, PA and Waynesboro, PA, road signs point toward Patp, Baltimore, Washington and Gettysburg.
Patp
24 mi in
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~45m
Baltimore
118.7 mi in
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~2h 29m
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via I 70
Washington
118.7 mi in
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~2h 29m
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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 |
| Lemar Road | 7.6 mi | 12m |
| Buchanan Trail East | 6.7 mi | 11m |
| Lincoln Way | 6.2 mi | 11m |
| Lincoln Way West | 4.2 mi | 5m |
| Buchanan Trail West | 4.1 mi | 5m |
| Lebanon Church Road | 3.9 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 94 mi, about 1h 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mount Lebanon, PA and Waynesboro, 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
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Lincoln Way West
27
Turn right onto PA 75
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Fort Loudon Road
28
Turn left onto Lemar Road
7.6 mi
·
12 min
·
Lemar Road
29
At end of road, turn left onto PA 16
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Buchanan Trail West
Use the straight / right lanes.
30
Continue on PA 16
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
West Baltimore Street
Use the straight lane.
31
Continue on PA 16
6.7 mi
·
11 min
·
Buchanan Trail East
Use the straight lane.
32
Continue on PA 16
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
West Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
33
Arrive at destination
PA 16
Trip Plan
Planning for this 3 hour and 48 minute drive is simple, though you should account for at least one planned stop to break up the journey. Leaving early in the morning is your best strategy to avoid mid-day traffic, especially when navigating the transition from the Pennsylvania Turnpike to the smaller stretches of the Lincoln Highway. Since your fuel costs will hover around $28, try to fill up before hitting the turnpike to ensure you aren't paying premium prices at service plazas. Because the route relies on a specific sequence of the Turnpike, Lincoln Highway, and Lemar Road, keep a close eye on your navigation as you exit the highway to ensure you don't miss your turn onto the final local segments.
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 84.2 miles from Mount Lebanon, PA, or about 1h 52m 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 84.2 miles or 1h 52m 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 58m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Waynesboro, 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 168.3 miles and 3h 48m.
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 84.2 mi from Mount Lebanon, PA · 1h 52m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
84 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 84.2 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 Waynesboro, PA
The final approach into Waynesboro, 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 Waynesboro, 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
$27.85 one way
$55.70 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
59 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $30.47 | $60.95 |
| premium | $4.92 | $32.61 | $65.23 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $37.39 | $74.78 |
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
$28
Tolls
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$65–$90
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 58.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 50.5 | 0 | $17.67 | $8.08 |
| Efficient EV | 42.1 | 0 | $14.73 | $6.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 67.3 | 0 | $23.56 | $10.77 |
Gas CO2
59 kg
EV CO2
20 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
Waynesboro, PA
Evening in Waynesboro on Sunday
Local time
7:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
4 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 48m 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 Waynesboro, PA covers 168.3 miles and takes about 3h 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike, Lincoln Highway, Lemar Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 84.2 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 $27.85 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 18 significant decision points across 168.3 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 Waynesboro, PA, road signs point toward Patp, Baltimore, Washington and Gettysburg.
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