Origin
Mount Lebanon, PA
Night in Mount Lebanon on Wednesday
Local time
9:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Mount Lebanon, PA to Pottsville, PA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
5h 18m
Distance
255.1 mi
411 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$42
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 5m
★
6 AM
5h 18m
8 AM
5h 45m
10 AM
5h 27m
12 PM
5h 25m
3 PM
5h 29m
5 PM
5h 44m
8 PM
5h 10m
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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Pottsville, PA
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Mount Lebanon to Pottsville covers 255.1 miles, a journey that typically takes about 5 hours and 18 minutes. This route is well-suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend roughly $42 on fuel, making it a relatively affordable excursion across Pennsylvania. By utilizing the Pennsylvania Turnpike, the American Legion Memorial Highway, and I-81, you stay on efficient, high-speed corridors for the majority of the trip. Since both your starting point and destination are located within the Northeast region, the drive maintains a consistent geographic feel throughout.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
127.6 miles from Mount Lebanon, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 39m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 70% of this 255.1-mile trek is spent on major thoroughfares. The longest uninterrupted segment occurs on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, where you will cover 159.5 miles of consistent, high-speed travel. While the route is dominated by interstate driving, the transition between the Turnpike and I-81 shifts the pace, requiring you to remain alert as you navigate these primary arteries. You will find that the road maintains a predictable, steady flow, minimizing the need for technical maneuvering. It is a straightforward drive that prioritizes efficiency over winding backroads, perfect for those looking to reach Pottsville with minimal stress.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 44 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. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 5h 18m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Mount Lebanon, PA to Pottsville, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Washington Road | — | — |
| Connor Road | — | — |
| Library Road | — | — |
| Broughton Road | — | — |
| Brownsville Road | — | — |
| Curry Hollow Road | — | — |
| Lebanon Church Road | — | — |
| Pittsburgh McKeesport Boulevard | — | — |
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 Pottsville, 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
282 ft
·
12 sec
·
Washington Road
4
Turn left onto Connor Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Connor Road
5
At the end of the road, turn right onto Library Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Library Road
6
Turn left onto Broughton Road
2.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Broughton Road
7
At the end of the road, turn left onto Brownsville Road
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
Brownsville Road
8
Continue on Curry Hollow Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Curry Hollow Road
9
Continue on Lebanon Church Road
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Lebanon Church Road
10
Keep slight right to continue on Lebanon Church Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Lebanon Church Road
11
Turn slight right onto Pittsburgh McKeesport Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
Pittsburgh McKeesport Boulevard
12
Continue on Richland Avenue
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
·
Richland Avenue
13
Continue on W.D. Mansfield Memorial Bridge
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
·
W.D. Mansfield Memorial Bridge
14
Keep slight left
2.1 mi
·
3 min
15
Continue on 5th Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
5th Avenue
16
Turn right onto Lincoln Way
5.9 mi
·
10 min
·
Lincoln Way
17
Continue on Lincoln Way
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Lincoln Way
18
Turn slight right onto Lincoln Highway
3.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Lincoln Highway
19
Take the exit straight toward PATP, I 76
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
PATP, I 76
20
Continue on PATP, I 76
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
PATP, I 76
21
Keep slight right to continue on I 76 East: Harrisburg
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
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I 76 East: Harrisburg
22
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
160 mi
·
2 hr 55 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
23
Take the exit slight right toward I 81, US 11: Carlisle, Harrisburg
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
I 81, US 11: Carlisle, Harrisburg
24
Keep slight left to continue on US 11 North: Harrisburg
0.3 mi
·
55 sec
·
US 11 North: Harrisburg
25
Continue on Harrisburg Pike
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Harrisburg Pike
26
Take the exit straight toward I 81 North: Harrisburg
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
I 81 North: Harrisburg
27
Merge slight left
13 mi
·
15 min
28
Take the exit slight right toward US 11, US 15: Enola, Marysville
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
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US 11, US 15: Enola, Marysville
29
Keep slight left to continue on US 11 North, US 15 North: Marysville
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
US 11 North, US 15 North: Marysville
30
Keep slight left
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
31
Merge slight left onto George N. Wade Memorial Bridge
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
George N. Wade Memorial Bridge
32
Continue on American Legion Memorial Highway
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
American Legion Memorial Highway
33
Keep slight left to continue on American Legion Memorial Highway
35 mi
·
41 min
·
American Legion Memorial Highway
34
Take the exit slight right toward PA 125: Ravine
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
PA 125: Ravine
35
Turn right onto Molleystown Road
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Molleystown Road
36
Turn left onto South Tremont Road
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
South Tremont Road
37
Continue on Branch Street
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
Branch Street
38
Continue on Swatara Avenue
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
Swatara Avenue
39
At the end of the road, turn right
6.9 mi
·
11 min
40
Turn right onto Bunting Street
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Bunting Street
41
Turn right onto Pottsville Minersville Highway
0.8 mi
·
59 sec
·
Pottsville Minersville Highway
42
Continue on West Market Street
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
West Market Street
43
Turn right onto North Centre Street
69 ft
·
1 sec
·
North Centre Street
44
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a 5-hour and 18-minute drive, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refresh. Aim to depart early in the morning to avoid potential congestion on the busiest sections of the Pennsylvania Turnpike. Because fuel costs for the trip hover around $42, filling up your tank before hitting the highway can help you manage your budget more effectively. Keep a close eye on your progress along the 159.5-mile stretch of the Turnpike, as it represents the bulk of your time behind the wheel. The flexibility of a one-day trip means you can easily adjust your pace to accommodate traffic or weather conditions as they arise.
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 127.6 miles from Mount Lebanon, PA, or about 2h 39m 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 56 miles or 1h 9m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 127.6 miles or 2h 39m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pottsville, 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 255.1 miles and 5h 18m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 56 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 127.6 mi from Mount Lebanon, PA · 2h 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
128 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 56 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 127.6 miles from Mount Lebanon, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Pottsville, PA
The final approach into Pottsville, 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 Pottsville, 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
$42.29 one way
$84.58 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
89 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $46.32 | $92.64 |
| premium | $4.93 | $49.47 | $98.95 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $56.32 | $112.65 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$42
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$67–$92
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 89.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 76.5 | 0 | $26.79 | $12.24 |
| Efficient EV | 63.8 | 0 | $22.32 | $10.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 102 | 1 | $35.71 | $16.33 |
Gas CO2
89 kg
EV CO2
30 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Pottsville, PA
Night in Pottsville on Wednesday
Local time
9:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
48°F
Hancock, MD
128 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
6 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
5h 18m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 Pottsville, PA covers 255.1 miles and takes about 5h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Washington Road, Connor Road, Library Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 127.6 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 $42.29 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 5h 18m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Mount Lebanon, PA to Pottsville, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Mount Lebanon, PA to Pottsville, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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