Origin
Pittsburgh, PA
Night in Pittsburgh on Tuesday
Local time
11:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Pittsburgh, PA to Calumet, PA
Data updated 3 hours ago
Drive Time
1h 4m
Distance
46 mi
74 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 59m
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6 AM
1h 4m
8 AM
1h 14m
10 AM
1h 8m
12 PM
1h 7m
3 PM
1h 8m
5 PM
1h 14m
8 PM
1h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Trip Overview
The drive from Pittsburgh, PA to Calumet, PA covers 46 miles and takes about 1h 4m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Pennsylvania Turnpike, Penn-Lincoln Parkway East, Amos K Hutchinson Bypass for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 18.3 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.63 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
23 miles from Pittsburgh, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 31m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 1h 4m highway drive covering 46 miles, with most of the trip on Pennsylvania Turnpike and Penn-Lincoln Parkway East. The longest continuous stretch is about 18.3 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 18.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and Penn-Lincoln Parkway East. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 14.3 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 46 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 14.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 33.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
14.3 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Take the exit toward I 76, PATP: Ohio, Harrisburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 85
Toward I 76, PATP: Ohio, Harrisburg
8
14.7 mi into trip
|
~22m 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
33.2 mi into trip
|
~42m in
Take the exit toward I 70 West: Greensburg, Wheeling WV, New Stanton
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 75
Toward I 70 West: Greensburg, Wheeling WV, New...
6
33.7 mi into trip
|
~43m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 119, PA Turnpike 66: Connellsville, Greensburg, Delmont
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 119, PA Turnpike 66: Connellsville, G...
6
34.2 mi into trip
|
~45m in
Take the exit toward US 119 South: Connellsville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 119 South: Connellsville
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Pittsburgh, PA and Calumet, PA, road signs point toward Patp: Ohio, Harrisburg, Wheeling, New Stanton, Pa Turnpike 66: Connellsville and Greensburg - among others.
Patp: Ohio
14.3 mi in
|
~20m
Harrisburg
14.3 mi in
|
~20m
Wheeling
33.2 mi in
|
~42m
New Stanton
33.2 mi in
|
~42m
Pa Turnpike 66: Connellsville
33.7 mi in
|
~43m
Greensburg
33.7 mi in
|
~43m
Delmont
33.7 mi in
|
~43m
Ruffs Dale
39.5 mi in
|
~51m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 18.3 mi | 19m |
| Penn-Lincoln Parkway East | 13.6 mi | 18m |
| Amos K Hutchinson Bypass | 4.7 mi | 5m |
| State Route 981 | 4.1 mi | 7m |
| Braddock Road Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| State Route 31 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Mount Pleasant Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| North Church Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 18.3 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pittsburgh, PA and Calumet, PA.
1
Start on Grant Street
45 ft
·
9 sec
·
Grant Street
2
Continue on Grant Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Grant Street
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Toward I 376 East: Monroeville
4
Merge onto I 376; US 22; US 30
14 mi
·
18 min
·
Penn-Lincoln Parkway East
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
1 min
Exit 85
Toward I 76, PATP: Ohio, Harrisburg
6
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
this road
Use the straight lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward I 76 East: Harrisburg
Use the slight right lane.
8
Merge onto I 76; PATP
18 mi
·
19 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
9
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 75
Toward I 70 West: Greensburg, Wheeling WV, New Stanton
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 119, PA Turnpike 66: Connellsville, Greensburg, Delmont
11
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 119 South: Connellsville
Use the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto US 119
4.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Amos K Hutchinson Bypass
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward PA 31: Mount Pleasant, Ruffs Dale
14
Keep slight left at fork
84 ft
·
4 sec
15
Turn left onto PA 31
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
State Route 31
16
Continue on PA 31
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
West Main Street
17
Turn left onto Braddock Road Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Braddock Road Avenue
18
At end of road, turn left onto PA 981
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
North Church Street
19
Continue on PA 981
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
State Route 981
20
Turn slight left onto PA 981
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
State Route 981
21
Continue on PA 981
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
Mount Pleasant Road
22
Turn right onto PA 981
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
State Route 981
23
Continue on PA 981
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Calumet Road
24
Arrive at destination
PA 981
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 23 miles from Pittsburgh, PA, or about 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 18.3 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 46 miles or 1h 4m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 23 miles or 31m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Calumet, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Pittsburgh, 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 Pittsburgh, PA
This is one driving day of about 46 miles and 1h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Pittsburgh, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Pennsylvania Turnpike for about 18.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 23 mi from Pittsburgh, PA · 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 46 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23 miles from Pittsburgh, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Calumet, PA
The final approach into Calumet, 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 Calumet, 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
$7.63 one way
$15.25 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $8.35 | $16.70 |
| premium | $4.93 | $8.92 | $17.84 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.16 | $20.31 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.38
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(18.3 mi)
$2.38
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
$8
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.83 | $2.21 |
| Efficient EV | 11.5 | 0 | $4.02 | $1.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.4 | 0 | $6.44 | $2.94 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Calumet, PA
Night in Calumet on Tuesday
Local time
11:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
53°F
Lakewood, NY
23 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 4m 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 Pittsburgh, PA to Calumet, PA covers 46 miles and takes about 1h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike, Penn-Lincoln Parkway East, Amos K Hutchinson Bypass. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 23 miles from Pittsburgh, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.63 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 46 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 14.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 33.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Pittsburgh, PA and Calumet, PA, road signs point toward Patp: Ohio, Harrisburg, Wheeling, New Stanton, Pa Turnpike 66: Connellsville and Greensburg - among others.
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