Origin
Pittsburgh, PA
Late night in Pittsburgh on Saturday
Local time
2:51 AM
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Current temp
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Trip from Pittsburgh, PA to Dale, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 46m
Distance
68.6 mi
110 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 38m
★
6 AM
1h 46m
8 AM
2h 2m
10 AM
1h 52m
12 PM
1h 50m
3 PM
1h 53m
5 PM
2h 1m
8 PM
1h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pittsburgh, PA
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Dale, PA
Haneul Trac
Trip Overview
Pittsburgh, PA to Dale, PA is 68.6 miles and takes about 1 hour 46 minutes via William Penn Highway, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip keeps you within the Northeast region and stays within Pennsylvania the entire time. Expect a local, turn-heavy drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise. It's a manageable distance, making it a good option for a single-day excursion. Consider this route if you prefer a more involved driving experience over simply covering ground quickly.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
34.3 miles from Pittsburgh, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 46m. Total distance: 68.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (20%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
This route is characterized by its frequent turns, making it a more engaging local drive. With only 20% of the drive on highways, you'll spend most of your time on roads like the William Penn Highway and Penn-Lincoln Parkway East. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 41.1 miles along the William Penn Highway. This suggests a drive that will require your consistent attention as you navigate through various local road conditions and transitions.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
William Penn Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 41.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near I 376; US 22; US 30 / Penn-Lincoln Parkway East.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 46m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow 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 14.5 miles (US 22 / William Penn Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 55.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.7 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
I 376; US 22; US 30 / Penn-Lincoln Parkway East
Merge onto I 376; US 22; US 30 / Penn-Lincoln Parkway East
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
14.5 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
US 22 / William Penn Highway
Merge onto US 22 / William Penn Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
55.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
Take the exit toward PA 403: Dilltown, Johnstown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward PA 403: Dilltown, Johnstown
4
65.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 40m in
|
4th Avenue
Turn right onto 4th Avenue
Navigation decision point
6
66 mi into trip
|
~1h 41m in
|
PA 56; PA 403 / Broad Street
At end of road, turn left onto PA 56; PA 403 / Broad Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
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 Dale, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Johnstown along the way.
Johnstown
55.6 mi in
|
~1h 22m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| William Penn Highway | 41.1 mi | 1h |
| Penn-Lincoln Parkway East | 13.8 mi | 19m |
| Cramer Pike | 7.9 mi | 13m |
| Johns Street | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Cooper Avenue | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Iron Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Roosevelt Boulevard | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Grant Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
William Penn Highway
— 41.1 mi, about 1h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pittsburgh, PA and Dale, 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
41 mi
·
1 hr
·
William Penn Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
Toward PA 403: Dilltown, Johnstown
7
Turn right onto PA 403
7.9 mi
·
13 min
·
Cramer Pike
8
Continue on PA 403
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Cooper Avenue
9
Turn left onto Iron Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Iron Street
10
Turn right onto 4th Avenue
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
4th Avenue
11
At end of road, turn left onto PA 56; PA 403
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Broad Street
12
Continue on PA 56; PA 403
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Roosevelt Boulevard
13
Continue on PA 56; PA 403
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Johns Street
14
Arrive at destination
PA 56
Trip Plan
Given the 1 hour and 46-minute duration, you can comfortably start this trip anytime during the day. Since it's a single-day journey with a modest fuel cost of about $11, there's flexibility in your departure time. Pay attention to the 'Turn-heavy local drive' profile; this means you'll want to stay alert for directional changes. The longest stretch is over 41 miles, so plan for a brief stop before that segment if you prefer to break up your driving time, though it's not strictly necessary for this relatively short trip.
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 34.3 miles from Pittsburgh, PA, or about 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 41.1 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 15 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.3 miles or 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 1h 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dale, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Pittsburgh, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Pittsburgh, PA
This is one driving day of about 68.6 miles and 1h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Pittsburgh, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on William Penn Highway for about 41.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.3 mi from Pittsburgh, PA · 50m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.3 miles from Pittsburgh, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Dale, PA
The final approach into Dale, PA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.37 one way
$22.75 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $12.46 | $24.91 |
| premium | $4.93 | $13.30 | $26.61 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.15 | $30.29 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.6 | 0 | $7.20 | $3.29 |
| Efficient EV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.00 | $2.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.4 | 0 | $9.60 | $4.39 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (67% 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
Dale, PA
Late night in Dale on Saturday
Local time
2:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
76°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
27 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
1h 46m 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 Dale, PA covers 68.6 miles and takes about 1h 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are William Penn Highway, Penn-Lincoln Parkway East, Cramer Pike. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 34.3 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 $11.37 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 straightforward 1h 46m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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 14.5 miles (US 22 / William Penn Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 55.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Pittsburgh, PA to Dale, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Johnstown along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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