Origin
Penn Hills, PA
Evening in Penn Hills on Wednesday
Local time
7:04 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Penn Hills, PA to Pennsport, PA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
5h 49m
Distance
303.3 mi
488 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$50
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 36m
★
6 AM
5h 49m
8 AM
6h 15m
10 AM
5h 58m
12 PM
5h 56m
3 PM
6h 0m
5 PM
6h 14m
8 PM
5h 41m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Penn Hills, PA
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Pennsport, PA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Penn Hills, PA to Pennsport, PA covers 303.3 miles and takes about 5h 49m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Pennsylvania Turnpike, I 76, Penn-Lincoln Parkway East for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 270.5 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $50.28 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
151.7 miles from Penn Hills, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 53m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 5h 49m highway drive covering 303.3 miles, with most of the trip on Pennsylvania Turnpike and I 76. The longest continuous stretch is about 270.5 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 24 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 270.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and I 76. 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 Verona Road.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 303.3 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 (Verona Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 280.9 miles (I 76): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Verona Road
Turn right onto Verona Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
10.2 mi into trip
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~18m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 76 East: Harrisburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 76 East: Harrisburg
8
280.9 mi into trip
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~5h 13m in
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I 76
Take the exit onto I 76 toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 326
Toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia
8
298.9 mi into trip
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~5h 39m in
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I 676; US 30 / Vine Street Expressway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 676; US 30 / Vine Street Expressway toward I 676 East, US 30 East: Central Philadelphia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Toward I 676 East, US 30 East: Central Philadel...
8
300.5 mi into trip
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~5h 42m in
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I 676; US 30
Keep slight right at fork onto I 676; US 30 toward I 676 East, US 30 East: Benjamin Franklin Bridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 676 East, US 30 East: Benjamin Frankli...
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Penn Hills, PA to Pennsport, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Philadelphia along the way.
Philadelphia
280.9 mi in
|
~5h 13m
|
via I 76
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 270.5 mi | 4h 54m |
| I 76 | 18 mi | 26m |
| Penn-Lincoln Parkway East | 4.9 mi | 6m |
| Verona Road | 2.1 mi | 5m |
| Vine Street Expressway | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Beulah Road | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| South 6th Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Coal Hollow Road | 1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 270.5 mi, about 4h 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Penn Hills, PA and Pennsport, PA.
1
Start on Sylvan Avenue
134 ft
·
11 sec
·
Sylvan Avenue
2
Turn left onto Mount Avenue
519 ft
·
25 sec
·
Mount Avenue
3
Turn right onto Verona Road
2.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Verona Road
Use the left lane.
4
Turn left onto PA 130
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Coal Hollow Road
Use the left lane.
5
Continue on PA 130
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Old Coal Hollow Road
6
Continue on PA 130
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Beulah Road
Use the left lane.
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Use the left lane.
8
Merge onto I 376; US 22
4.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Penn-Lincoln Parkway East
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
1 min
Exit 85
Toward I 76, PATP: Ohio, Harrisburg
10
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
this road
Use the straight lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward I 76 East: Harrisburg
Use the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto I 76; PATP
271 mi
·
4 hr 54 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit onto I 76
18 mi
·
26 min
·
I 76
Exit 326
Toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia
Use the slight right lane.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 676; US 30
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Vine Street Expressway
Toward I 676 East, US 30 East: Central Philadelphia
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
15
Keep slight right at fork onto I 676; US 30
0.3 mi
·
21 sec
·
I 676; US 30
Toward I 676 East, US 30 East: Benjamin Franklin Bridge
Use the slight right lane.
16
Continue on North 6th Street
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
North 6th Street
17
Continue on Independence Mall West
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Independence Mall West
18
Continue on South 6th Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
South 6th Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
19
Turn left onto Washington Avenue
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
Washington Avenue
20
Turn right onto South Front Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
South Front Street
21
Turn right onto Tasker Street
481 ft
·
19 sec
·
Tasker Street
22
Turn left onto South 2nd Street
340 ft
·
17 sec
·
South 2nd Street
23
Turn right onto Mountain Street
448 ft
·
19 sec
·
Mountain Street
24
Arrive at destination
Mountain Street
Trip Plan
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 151.7 miles from Penn Hills, PA, or about 2h 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 270.5 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 67 miles or 1h 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 151.7 miles or 2h 53m 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 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pennsport, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Penn Hills, 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 Penn Hills, PA
This is one driving day of about 303.3 miles and 5h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 67 miles from Penn Hills, 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 270.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 151.7 mi from Penn Hills, PA · 2h 53m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
152 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 67 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 151.7 miles from Penn Hills, 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 270.5 miles.
Arriving in Pennsport, PA
The final approach into Pennsport, 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 Pennsport, PA.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$50.28 one way
$100.57 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
106 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $55.07 | $110.14 |
| premium | $4.93 | $58.82 | $117.64 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $66.96 | $133.93 |
Estimated Tolls: $35.17
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(270.5 mi)
$35.17
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
$50
Tolls
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$110–$135
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 106.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $32 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 91 | 1 | $31.85 | $14.56 |
| Efficient EV | 75.8 | 0 | $26.54 | $12.13 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 121.3 | 1 | $42.46 | $19.41 |
Gas CO2
106 kg
EV CO2
35 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Pennsport, PA
Evening in Pennsport on Wednesday
Local time
7:04 PM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
48°F
Hancock, MD
152 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
23 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
5h 49m 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 Penn Hills, PA to Pennsport, PA covers 303.3 miles and takes about 5h 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike, I 76, Penn-Lincoln Parkway East. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 151.7 miles from Penn Hills, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $50.28 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 demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 303.3 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 (Verona Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 280.9 miles (I 76): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Penn Hills, PA to Pennsport, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Philadelphia along the way.
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