Trip from Pittsburgh, PA to Farmington, PA

Drive Time

1h 26m

Distance

57.3 mi

92 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 20 min

4 AM

1h 20m ★

6 AM

1h 27m

8 AM

1h 40m

10 AM

1h 31m

12 PM

1h 30m

3 PM

1h 32m

5 PM

1h 39m

8 PM

1h 23m

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

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Pittsburgh, PA

LaMont L. Johnson

Trip Overview

If you are planning a quick getaway from Pittsburgh to Farmington, you are looking at a manageable 57.3-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 26 minutes behind the wheel. This trip is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, allowing you to head out and return home without the need for an overnight stay. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $9, it is an economical route for a spontaneous weekend outing. You will be traveling entirely within Pennsylvania, moving through the Northeast region as you transition from the city environment of Pittsburgh toward the surroundings of Farmington. Given the relatively short duration, this drive offers a straightforward way to reach your destination without significant travel fatigue.

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

28.6 miles from Pittsburgh, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 45m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route relies on major local arteries like Clairton Boulevard, Saw Mill Run Boulevard, and US 40 Business. With only 16% of your travel time spent on highways, you should prepare for a more involved driving experience that demands your full attention. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 38.2-mile run along Clairton Boulevard, which serves as the backbone of your journey. As you transition between these roads, the character of the drive shifts from busy city corridors to more localized, winding paths. It is a practical route for those who prefer navigating through the landscape over simply logging miles on a high-speed expressway.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Clairton Boulevard is the longest continuous segment at about 38.2 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 early in the drive near Sixth Avenue.

Route Complexity 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

This is a straightforward 1h 26m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (Sixth Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.3 miles (PA 51 / Saw Mill Run Boulevard): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 6 key points

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

0 mi into trip | ~0m in | Sixth Avenue

Turn right onto Sixth Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / none lanes.

2.1 mi into trip | ~4m in

Take the exit toward PA 51: Uniontown

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane. Toward PA 51: Uniontown

2.3 mi into trip | ~4m in | PA 51 / Saw Mill Run Boulevard

Merge onto PA 51 / Saw Mill Run Boulevard

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.

45.3 mi into trip | ~1h 9m in | US 40 Business / West Fayette Street

Turn left onto US 40 Business / West Fayette Street

Navigation decision point

48.1 mi into trip | ~1h 13m in | US 40 Business

Keep slight left at fork onto US 40 Business

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Clairton Boulevard	38.2 mi	55m
US 40 Business	9.2 mi	12m
Saw Mill Run Boulevard	3.7 mi	7m
National Pike	1.5 mi	2m
Liberty Tunnels	1.2 mi	2m
Pittsburgh Street	1 mi	1m
West Fayette Street	0.8 mi	1m
Liberty Bridge	0.5 mi	1m

Longest stretch: Clairton Boulevard — 38.2 mi, about 55m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Pittsburgh, PA and Farmington, PA.

Start on Grant Street

45 ft · 5 sec · Grant Street

Turn right onto Sixth Avenue

0.2 mi · 35 sec · Sixth Avenue

Use the straight / none lanes.

Continue on Crosstown Boulevard

0.1 mi · 15 sec · Crosstown Boulevard

Continue on Liberty Bridge

0.5 mi · 1 min · Liberty Bridge

Continue on Liberty Tunnels

1.2 mi · 2 min · Liberty Tunnels

Continue on US 19 Truck

152 ft · 3 sec · West Liberty Avenue

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 41 sec

Toward PA 51: Uniontown Use the right lane.

Merge onto PA 51

3.7 mi · 7 min · Saw Mill Run Boulevard

Use the straight / right lanes.

Continue on PA 51

38 mi · 55 min · Clairton Boulevard

Use the straight / right lanes.

Continue on PA 51

1.0 mi · 1 min · Pittsburgh Street

Continue on PA 51

0.1 mi · 23 sec · Morgantown Street

Turn left onto US 40 Business

0.8 mi · 1 min · West Fayette Street

Turn straight onto US 40 Business

0.5 mi · 40 sec · East Main Street

Continue on US 40 Business

1.5 mi · 2 min · National Pike

Keep slight left at fork onto US 40 Business

9.2 mi · 12 min · US 40 Business

Turn left

91 ft · 6 sec

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Since this is a quick 1-hour and 26-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding peak traffic hours on local boulevards is always a smart move. Because the entire drive is under 60 miles, you won't need to stress about formal rest stops, but keeping your gas tank filled before leaving Pittsburgh will ensure you stay well within your $9 fuel budget. Focus your attention on the transition points between Clairton Boulevard and US 40 Business, as these turns require careful navigation. Taking advantage of the route's short length allows you to spend more time at your destination rather than worrying about a complex itinerary. Remember that because this is a turn-heavy route, staying alert on local roads is more important than maintaining high speeds.

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 28.6 miles from Pittsburgh, PA, or about 45m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 38.2 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 57.3 miles or 1h 26m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 28.6 miles or 45m 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 14m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Farmington, 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.

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 57.3 miles and 1h 26m.

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 Clairton Boulevard for about 38.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 28.6 mi from Pittsburgh, PA · 45m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Lakewood, NY

29 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

Emmitsburg, MD

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 57.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Mina, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 28.6 miles from Pittsburgh, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Farmington, PA

The final approach into Farmington, 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 Farmington, 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

$9.48 one way

$18.96 round trip

$4.20/gal 25.4 MPG avg 20 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.60	$10.37	$20.75
premium	$4.92	$11.10	$22.21
diesel	$5.64	$12.73	$25.46

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$34–$59

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 20 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	17.2	$6.02	$2.75
Efficient EV	14.3	$5.01	$2.29
EV Truck/SUV	22.9	$8.02	$3.67

Gas CO2

20 kg

EV CO2

7 kg (65% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Pittsburgh, PA

Evening in Pittsburgh on Sunday

Local time

7:23 PM

EDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Farmington, PA

Evening in Farmington on Sunday

Local time

7:23 PM

EDT

Current temp

59°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

53°F

Lakewood, NY

29 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

2 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

1h 26m 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 Farmington, PA covers 57.3 miles and takes about 1h 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Clairton Boulevard, US 40 Business, Saw Mill Run Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 28.6 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 $9.48 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 26m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

The route from Pittsburgh, PA to Farmington, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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