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Trip from Pittsburgh, PA to Cresco, PA

Data updated 3 hours ago

Drive Time

6h

Distance

292.2 mi

470 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$48

one way

EV Charging

Good

6 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min
4 AM
5h 47m ★
6 AM
6h 0m
8 AM
6h 26m
10 AM
6h 9m
12 PM
6h 7m
3 PM
6h 10m
5 PM
6h 25m
8 PM
5h 52m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city and county seat in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Pittsburgh, PA

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Downtown Cresco, PA, PA

Cresco, PA

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Trip Overview

The drive from Pittsburgh, PA to Cresco, PA covers 292.2 miles and takes about 6h behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Keystone Shortway, William Penn Highway, I 99 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 132.6 miles on Keystone Shortway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $48.44 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

146.1 miles from Pittsburgh, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 10m into the drive .

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Drive Character

Expect a 6h drive with frequent turns across 292.2 miles of local and secondary roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Keystone Shortway is the longest continuous segment at about 132.6 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 90.2 miles in.

Route Complexity 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 292.2 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 90.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 132.1 miles (I 99; US 220; US 322): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 136 miles (I 99; US 220): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 19 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

6
90.2 mi into trip | ~2h 7m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 99 North, US 220 North: Altoona

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 99 North, US 220 North: Altoona
6
132.1 mi into trip | ~2h 53m in | I 99; US 220; US 322

Keep slight left at fork onto I 99; US 220; US 322

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
6
136 mi into trip | ~2h 57m in | I 99; US 220

Keep slight left at fork onto I 99; US 220 toward I 99 North, US 220 North: Bellefonte

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 99 North, US 220 North: Bellefonte
7
148.4 mi into trip | ~3h 12m in

Turn left toward I 80 East, US 220 North: Williamsport

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the left lane. Toward I 80 East, US 220 North: Williamsport
6
281.2 mi into trip | ~5h 39m in

Take the exit toward I 380 North, PA 940 Truck East: Scranton

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 293 Toward I 380 North, PA 940 Truck East: Scranton

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 Pittsburgh, PA to Cresco, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Bedford along the way.

Bedford

89.7 mi in | ~2h 6m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Keystone Shortway 132.6 mi 2h 26m
William Penn Highway 61.6 mi 1h 25m
I 99 57.2 mi 1h 4m
Penn-Lincoln Parkway East 13.8 mi 19m
Admiral Peary Highway 13.7 mi 19m
PA 940 5.5 mi 10m
I 380 1.7 mi 1m
PA 390 1.3 mi 2m
Longest stretch: Keystone Shortway — 132.6 mi, about 2h 26m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Pittsburgh, PA and Cresco, 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 · 19 min · Penn-Lincoln Parkway East
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5

Merge onto US 22

45 mi · 1 hr 5 min · William Penn Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
6

Continue on US 22

14 mi · 19 min · Admiral Peary Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
7

Continue on US 22

17 mi · 19 min · William Penn Highway
8

Continue on this road

0.5 mi · 45 sec · this road
Toward I 99, US 220: Altoona, Bedford
9

Keep slight left at fork

0.9 mi · 1 min
Toward I 99 North, US 220 North: Altoona
10

Merge onto I 99; US 220

41 mi · 44 min · I 99; US 220
11

Keep slight left at fork onto I 99; US 220; US 322

4.0 mi · 4 min · I 99; US 220; US 322
Use the straight lane.
12

Keep slight left at fork onto I 99; US 220

12 mi · 14 min · I 99; US 220
Toward I 99 North, US 220 North: Bellefonte
13

Turn left

0.2 mi · 31 sec
Toward I 80 East, US 220 North: Williamsport Use the left lane.
14

Merge onto I 80; US 220

133 mi · 2 hr 26 min · Keystone Shortway
15

Take the exit

0.9 mi · 2 min
Exit 293 Toward I 380 North, PA 940 Truck East: Scranton
16

Continue on I 380

1.7 mi · 1 min · I 380
17

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 33 sec
Toward 940: Pocono Pines, Mt Pocono
18

Turn right onto PA 940

2.5 mi · 5 min · PA 940
19

Turn right onto PA 611; PA 940

337 ft · 9 sec · Pocono Boulevard
20

Turn left onto PA 940

3.0 mi · 5 min · PA 940
21

Turn left onto PA 390

1.3 mi · 2 min · PA 390
22

At end of road, turn left onto PA 191; PA 390

1.2 mi · 2 min · PA 191; PA 390
23

Turn right onto Hardytown Road Extension

363 ft · 16 sec · Hardytown Road Extension
24

Turn right onto Sand Spring Road

0.1 mi · 16 sec · Sand Spring Road
25

Arrive at destination

Sand Spring Road

Trip Plan

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 146.1 miles from Pittsburgh, PA, or about 3h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 132.6 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 55m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 146.1 miles or 3h 10m 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 53m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cresco, 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 292.2 miles and 6h.

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.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Keystone Shortway for about 132.6 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 146.1 mi from Pittsburgh, PA · 3h 10m into the drive

city in Steuben County, New York, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Hornell, NY

146 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

Jamestown, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Corning, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 146.1 miles from Pittsburgh, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Keystone Shortway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 132.6 miles.

Arriving in Cresco, PA

The final approach into Cresco, 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 Cresco, 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Johnstown Flood National Memorial

Johnstown Flood National Memorial

National Memorial

The South Fork Dam failed on Friday, May 31, 1889, and unleashed 20,000,000 tons of water that devastated Johnstown, PA. The flood killed 2,209 people but it brought the nation and the world together...

9 mi from route ~22 min detour Free near mile 70.5
Park Closure: North Abutment Overlook Closure
View on nps.gov
Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area

Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area

National Recreation Area

Situated within the most densely populated region of the United States, Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area provides a unique opportunity to experience tranquil landscapes, rich human history,...

17 mi from route ~44 min detour $10 near mile 292.2
View on nps.gov
Flight 93 National Memorial

Flight 93 National Memorial

National Memorial

On Tuesday morning, September 11, 2001, the U.S. came under attack when four commercial airliners were hijacked and used to strike targets on the ground. Nearly 3,000 people tragically lost their live...

26 mi from route ~65 min detour Free near mile 60.5
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$48.44 one way

$96.89 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 102 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $53.06 $106.11
premium $4.93 $56.67 $113.34
diesel $5.61 $64.51 $129.03

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$48

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$73–$98

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 102.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

6 DC fast chargers · Coverage: good

PowerUp Point

Pittsburgh, PA

Non-Networked

6 DCFC

Gold 1 Garage

Pittsburgh, PA

Non-Networked

2 DCFC

Greentree Sportsplex

Pittsburgh, PA

Non-Networked

2 DCFC

COCHRANAUTO DMTBANK DC B

Pittsburgh, PA

ChargePoint Network

1 DCFC

COCHRANAUTO DMTBANK DC A

Pittsburgh, PA

ChargePoint Network

1 DCFC

COCHRANAUTO PITT DC

Pittsburgh, PA

ChargePoint Network

1 DCFC

Non-Networked: 3 ChargePoint Network: 3

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 87.7 1 $30.68 $14.03
Efficient EV 73.1 0 $25.57 $11.69
EV Truck/SUV 116.9 1 $40.91 $18.70

Gas CO2

102 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 hours ago

Origin

Pittsburgh, PA

Night in Pittsburgh on Tuesday

Local time

10:45 PM

EDT

Current temp

83°F

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

SW 14 mph 25% chance Live forecast

Severe Thunderstorm Warning

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 6:29PM EDT until April 14 at 7:15PM EDT by NWS State College PA

Severe Thunderstorm Watch

Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued April 14 at 2:51PM EDT until April 14 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY

Destination

Cresco, PA

Night in Cresco on Tuesday

Local time

10:45 PM

EDT

Current temp

54°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

29 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

6h on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

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 Cresco, PA covers 292.2 miles and takes about 6h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Keystone Shortway, William Penn Highway, I 99. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 146.1 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 $48.44 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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 19 significant decision points across 292.2 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 90.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 132.1 miles (I 99; US 220; US 322): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 136 miles (I 99; US 220): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Pittsburgh, PA to Cresco, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Bedford along the way.

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