Origin
Philadelphia, PA
Night in Philadelphia on Sunday
Local time
11:04 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Philadelphia, PA to West Mifflin, PA
Drive Time
5h 40m
Distance
293.7 mi
473 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$49
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 27m
★
6 AM
5h 40m
8 AM
6h 7m
10 AM
5h 50m
12 PM
5h 47m
3 PM
5h 51m
5 PM
6h 6m
8 PM
5h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Philadelphia, PA
Samyantak Mohanty
West Mifflin, PA
Michael Taccetta
Trip Overview
Spanning 293.7 miles across Pennsylvania, this journey from Philadelphia to West Mifflin is a significant commitment that typically takes about 5 hours and 40 minutes of driving time. Because this route is a turn-heavy local drive rather than a straight interstate shot, it is best suited as a dedicated day trip. You should budget approximately $47 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Northeast locations. While you could technically complete the drive in one day, the nature of local roads means you will spend considerable time navigating intersections rather than cruising at high speeds. Consider your comfort level with constant maneuvering before committing to this trek in a single push.
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
146.8 miles from Philadelphia, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 47m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a very different experience than your typical interstate road trip, as this route features 0% highway driving. You will navigate a sequence of local roads, starting with East Penn Square, John F, and North 16th Street, which creates a highly technical and turn-heavy environment. Because the longest uninterrupted stretch on East Penn Square is 0 miles, you will rarely have a chance to settle into a consistent rhythm. The road's personality is defined by constant engagement and frequent changes in direction. Be prepared for a hands-on driving experience where your focus remains entirely on local navigation rather than open-road cruising.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 28 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 259.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and Schuylkill Expressway. 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 PA 611 / East Penn Square.
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 293.7 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 (PA 611 / East Penn Square): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
7
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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PA 611 / East Penn Square
Keep slight left at fork onto PA 611 / East Penn Square
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
18.4 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Take the exit toward US 202, US 422 West: King of Prussia, West Chester, Pottstown
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 328B-A/327
Toward US 202, US 422 West: King of Prussia, We...
9
18.5 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 202 South, US 422 West: Mall Boulevard, West Chester, Pottstown, Swedesford Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 202 South, US 422 West: Mall Boulevar...
8
18.8 mi into trip
|
~27m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Mall Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Mall Boulevard
8
279.7 mi into trip
|
~5h 12m in
Take the exit toward US 30: Irwin, McKeesport
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 67
Toward US 30: Irwin, McKeesport
Towns Along This Route
Between Philadelphia, PA and West Mifflin, PA, road signs point toward Chester, Pottstown and Harrisburg.
Chester
18.4 mi in
|
~26m
Pottstown
18.4 mi in
|
~26m
Harrisburg
19 mi in
|
~27m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 259.7 mi | 4h 42m |
| Schuylkill Expressway | 16.8 mi | 23m |
| Lincoln Way | 6.2 mi | 11m |
| Lincoln Highway | 3.3 mi | 6m |
| Vine Street Expressway | 1 mi | 1m |
| Homestead Duquesne Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Grant Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Duquesne Boulevard | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 259.7 mi, about 4h 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Philadelphia, PA and West Mifflin, PA.
1
Start on South Penn Square
397 ft
·
8 sec
·
South Penn Square
2
Keep slight left at fork onto PA 611
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
East Penn Square
Use the straight lane.
3
Continue on John F. Kennedy Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
John F. Kennedy Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
4
Turn right onto North 16th Street
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
North 16th Street
Use the right lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 676 West, US 30 West: International Airport, Valley Forge
Use the right lane.
6
Merge onto I 676; US 30
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Vine Street Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 76; US 30
16 mi
·
22 min
·
Schuylkill Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
Exit 328B-A/327
Toward US 202, US 422 West: King of Prussia, West Chester, Pottstown
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
Toward US 202 South, US 422 West: Mall Boulevard, West Chester, Pottstown, Swedesford Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
Toward Mall Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
Toward I 76 West: New Jersey, Harrisburg
12
Merge onto I 76
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
Schuylkill Expressway
Toward I 76 West: New Jersey, Harrisburg
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 76
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
I 76
Toward I 76 West: Harrisburg
Use the slight left lane.
14
Merge onto I 76; PATP
260 mi
·
4 hr 42 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 67
Toward US 30: Irwin, McKeesport
Use the slight right lane.
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward US 30 West: Pittsburgh
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
17
Merge onto US 30
3.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Lincoln Highway
Use the straight lane.
18
Turn left onto Lincoln Way
6.2 mi
·
11 min
·
Lincoln Way
Use the straight lane.
19
Turn left onto PA 148; Yellow Belt
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
5th Avenue
20
Turn slight right
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
Toward Duquesne
21
Continue on Green Belt
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
McKeesport-Duquesne Bridge
22
Continue on Green Belt
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
South Duquesne Avenue
23
Continue on PA 837; Green Belt
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Duquesne Boulevard
24
Turn left onto Grant Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Grant Avenue
25
Turn slight left onto Homestead Duquesne Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Homestead Duquesne Road
26
Turn left onto Purdy Street
259 ft
·
13 sec
·
Purdy Street
27
Turn right onto Ohio Avenue
71 ft
·
3 sec
·
Ohio Avenue
28
Arrive at destination
Ohio Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the turn-heavy nature of this 293.7-mile drive, you should plan for at least one strategic stop to maintain your focus and energy. Departing early in the morning is highly recommended to avoid the fatigue that comes with navigating local roads for nearly six hours. Since your fuel costs will hover around $47, keep an eye on your gauge while passing through smaller municipalities where station access may be less convenient than on a major highway. Flexibility is your greatest advantage on this route, so don't hesitate to take a break if the constant turns become draining. Use the stop to stretch your legs and reset, as the lack of highway miles means you won't have the luxury of cruise control to help you relax.
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 146.8 miles from Philadelphia, PA, or about 2h 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 259.7 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 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 146.8 miles or 2h 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 4h 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near West Mifflin, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Philadelphia, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Philadelphia, PA
This is one driving day of about 293.7 miles and 5h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Philadelphia, 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 259.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 146.8 mi from Philadelphia, PA · 2h 47m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
147 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 146.8 miles from Philadelphia, 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 259.7 miles.
Arriving in West Mifflin, PA
The final approach into West Mifflin, 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 West Mifflin, 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
$48.60 one way
$97.20 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
103 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $53.18 | $106.36 |
| premium | $4.92 | $56.91 | $113.83 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $65.25 | $130.50 |
Estimated Tolls: $33.77
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(259.7 mi)
$33.77
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
$49
Tolls
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$107–$132
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 102.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 88.1 | 1 | $30.84 | $14.10 |
| Efficient EV | 73.4 | 0 | $25.70 | $11.75 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 117.5 | 1 | $41.12 | $18.80 |
Gas CO2
103 kg
EV CO2
34 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
West Mifflin, PA
Night in West Mifflin on Sunday
Local time
11:04 PM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
51°F
Cuba, NY
147 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
16 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 40m 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 Philadelphia, PA to West Mifflin, PA covers 293.7 miles and takes about 5h 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike, Schuylkill Expressway, Lincoln Way. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 146.8 miles from Philadelphia, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $48.60 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 20 significant decision points across 293.7 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 (PA 611 / East Penn Square): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Philadelphia, PA and West Mifflin, PA, road signs point toward Chester, Pottstown and Harrisburg.
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