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5h 56m
Distance
300.1 mi
483 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$50
one way
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Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pittsburgh, PA
LaMont L. Johnson
Colwyn, PA
Haneul Trac
Connecting Pittsburgh to Colwyn, this 300.1-mile journey across Pennsylvania is a straightforward trek that takes approximately 5 hours and 56 minutes. Since the entire route stays within the Northeast region, you can comfortably complete the drive in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend about $48 on fuel for the trip, making it a relatively affordable haul for a cross-state transit. You will begin your journey on Grant Street before transitioning onto I-376 East and the Penn-Lincoln Parkway East. Given the duration, it is a manageable day trip if you get an early start, offering a direct path between the state's two major urban hubs.
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
150 miles from Pittsburgh, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 50m into the drive .
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route features a unique profile where you will navigate complex road layouts rather than long, straight highway stretches. In fact, the longest uninterrupted stretch is 0 miles on Grant Street, underscoring the frequent maneuvering required throughout the journey. With a 0% highway share, you should anticipate a more technical driving experience that keeps you engaged from start to finish. Navigating these local roads requires constant focus as you weave your way through the Pennsylvania landscape toward your destination.
Gently rolling terrain
Total Climb
2,699 ft
Total Descent
3,407 ft
Highest Point
2,454 ft
~75 mi in
Elevation Range
2,397 ft
Notable High Points
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 0.7 miles in near I 376; US 22; US 30 / Penn-Lincoln Parkway East.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 300.1 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 0.7 miles (I 376; US 22; US 30 / Penn-Lincoln Parkway East): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; 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.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Merge onto I 376; US 22; US 30 / Penn-Lincoln Parkway East
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 76, PATP: Ohio, Harrisburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward I 76 East: Harrisburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward PA 29: Phoenixville, Malvern
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork onto West Springfield Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
On the drive from Pittsburgh, PA to Colwyn, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Malvern along the way.
Malvern
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 263.8 mi | 4h 47m |
| Penn-Lincoln Parkway East | 13.6 mi | 18m |
| Darby Paoli Road | 3.7 mi | 6m |
| West Springfield Road | 2.7 mi | 6m |
| North Springfield Road | 2.7 mi | 6m |
| Lancaster Avenue | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| Sproul Road | 2.1 mi | 4m |
| Newtown Street Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Pittsburgh, PA and Colwyn, PA.
Start on Grant Street
Continue on Grant Street
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 376; US 22; US 30
Take the exit
Continue on this road
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 76; PATP
Take the exit
Turn left onto PA 29
Continue on PA 29
Turn left onto US 30
Turn right onto Darby Road
Turn right onto PA 252
Continue on PA 252
Turn left onto PA 3
Turn slight right onto Springfield Road
Continue on PA 320
Keep slight left at fork onto West Springfield Road
Continue on North Springfield Road
Continue on New Walnut Street
Continue on Walnut Street
Turn right onto South 4th Street
Turn left onto Pine Street
Arrive at destination
To make the most of your 300.1-mile transit, aim to hit the road early to avoid potential congestion on the local turns. Plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and manage your $48 fuel budget effectively. Because this route lacks long highway stretches, your travel time can fluctuate depending on local traffic patterns, so stay flexible with your arrival expectations. A practical tip for this specific drive is to keep your navigation system active at all times, as the turn-heavy nature of the route makes it easy to miss a turn on local streets. By pacing yourself and staying alert during the technical sections, you will find the journey across the state much more manageable.
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.
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 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 150 miles or 2h 50m 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 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Colwyn, PA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Pittsburgh, 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 Pittsburgh, PA
This is one driving day of about 300.1 miles and 5h 56m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 150 mi from Pittsburgh, PA · 2h 50m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
150 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 150 miles from Pittsburgh, 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 263.8 miles.
The final approach into Colwyn, 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 Colwyn, 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.
Regular Gas
$49.66 one way
$99.32 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $54.34 | $108.67 |
| premium | $4.92 | $58.15 | $116.31 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $66.67 | $133.34 |
Estimated Tolls: $34.29
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
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$109–$134
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 105 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $32 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 90 | 1 | $31.51 | $14.40 |
| Efficient EV | 75 | 0 | $26.26 | $12.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 120 | 1 | $42.01 | $19.21 |
Gas CO2
105 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Pittsburgh on Sunday
Local time
8:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Evening in Colwyn on Sunday
Local time
8:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Along the Route
51°F
Cuba, NY
150 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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