The drive from Pittsburgh, PA to Menno, PA covers 138 miles and takes about 3h 27m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on William Penn Highway, Blair Street, Admiral Peary Highway for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 52.8 miles on William Penn Highway.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $22.88 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
69 miles from Pittsburgh, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 41m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 27m. Total distance: 138 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a 3h 27m drive with frequent turns across 138 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 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 52.8 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 Grant Street.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 27m drive. You will face about 7 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 (Grant Street): Navigation decision point; 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.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|Grant Street
Continue onto Grant Street
Navigation decision point
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.
6
80.9 mi into trip|~1h 56m in
Take the exit toward Summit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Summit
6
124.3 mi into trip|~3h 3m in|PA 655 / Big Valley Pike
Turn left onto PA 655 / Big Valley Pike
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
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 Menno, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Summit along the way.
Summit
80.9 mi in|~1h 56m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
William Penn Highway
52.8 mi
1h 15m
Blair Street
32.9 mi
49m
Admiral Peary Highway
14.4 mi
20m
Penn-Lincoln Parkway East
13.8 mi
19m
Big Valley Pike
8.8 mi
15m
Old Route 22
6.8 mi
11m
West Main Street
4.2 mi
7m
3rd Avenue
1.3 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
William Penn Highway
— 52.8 mi, about 1h 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pittsburgh, PA and Menno, 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
7.9 mi·9 min·William Penn Highway
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi·51 sec
Toward SummitUse the slight right lane.
9
Turn right onto Admiral Peary Highway
0.8 mi·1 min·Admiral Peary Highway
10
Continue on Old Route 22
6.8 mi·11 min·Old Route 22
11
Continue on US 22; US 220 Business
1.3 mi·2 min·3rd Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Continue on US 22
1.1 mi·2 min·Broad Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Continue on US 22
0.1 mi·14 sec·South Juniata Street
14
Continue on US 22
33 mi·49 min·Blair Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Turn left onto PA 655
8.8 mi·15 min·Big Valley Pike
Use the left lane.
16
Continue on PA 655
0.6 mi·1 min·State Route 655
17
Continue on PA 655
4.2 mi·7 min·West Main Street
18
Arrive at destination
PA 655
Trip Plan
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 69 miles from Pittsburgh, PA, or about 1h 41m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 52.8 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 30 miles or 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 69 miles or 1h 41m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Menno, 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 138 miles and 3h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 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 William Penn Highway for about 52.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 69 mi from Pittsburgh, PA
· 1h 41m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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...
7 mi from route
~18 min detour
Free
near mile 66.6
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 61.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.88 one way
$45.76 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg48 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$25.06
$50.11
premium
$4.93
$26.76
$53.53
diesel
$5.61
$30.47
$60.94
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 48.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
12 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: excellent
Autel Charging Station
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Other
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Monroeville, Pennsylvania
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Monroeville, Pennsylvania
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
Blink Charging Station
Monroeville, Pennsylvania
Blink
1 DCFC
EVgo Charging Station
Monroeville, Pennsylvania
EVgo
1 DCFC
Cochran Charging Station
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Other
1 DCFC
EVgo Charging Station
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
EVgo
1 DCFC
Electric Vehicle Charging Station
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Other
1 DCFC
ChargePoint: 5
Other: 4
EVgo: 2
Blink: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
41.4
0
$14.49
$6.62
Efficient EV
34.5
0
$12.08
$5.52
EV Truck/SUV
55.2
0
$19.32
$8.83
Gas CO2
48 kg
EV CO2
16 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Pittsburgh, PA
Late night
in Pittsburgh on Friday
Local time
1:55 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Menno, PA
Late night
in Menno on Friday
Local time
1:55 AM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
46°F
Portage, PA
69 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
18 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
3h 27m 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 Menno, PA covers 138 miles and takes about 3h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are William Penn Highway, Blair Street, Admiral Peary Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 69 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 $22.88 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 3h 27m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Grant Street): Navigation decision point; 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.
On the drive from Pittsburgh, PA to Menno, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Summit along the way.
