Origin
Pittsburgh, PA
Night in Pittsburgh on Tuesday
Local time
10:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Pittsburgh, PA to Meridian, PA
Data updated 2 hours ago
Drive Time
56m
Distance
38.1 mi
61 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 52m
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6 AM
0h 56m
8 AM
1h 6m
10 AM
1h 0m
12 PM
0h 59m
3 PM
1h 0m
5 PM
1h 5m
8 PM
0h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Trip Overview
The drive from Pittsburgh, PA to Meridian, PA covers 38.1 miles and takes about 56m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 79, Parkway North, Evans City Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 11.7 miles on I 79. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.32 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
19.1 miles from Pittsburgh, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 25m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 56m highway drive covering 38.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 79 and Parkway North. The longest continuous stretch is about 11.7 miles on I 79.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 79 is the longest continuous segment at about 11.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 79 and Parkway North. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Sixth Avenue.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 38.1 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Sixth Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Bigelow Square): Navigation decision point; at 24.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Sixth Avenue
Turn right onto Sixth Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Bigelow Square
Turn left onto Bigelow Square
Navigation decision point
5
24.9 mi into trip
|
~32m in
Take the exit toward PA 528: Evans City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 83
Toward PA 528: Evans City
8
25.1 mi into trip
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~33m in
Keep slight right at fork toward PA 528 North: Evans City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward PA 528 North: Evans City
5
27.8 mi into trip
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~38m in
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PA 68; PA 528 / Evans City Road
At end of road, turn right onto PA 68; PA 528 / Evans City Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 79 | 11.7 mi | 13m |
| Parkway North | 11.6 mi | 16m |
| Evans City Road | 8.1 mi | 11m |
| Lindsay Road | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| West Main Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Veterans Bridge | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Meridian Road | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Hopewell Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 79
— 11.7 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pittsburgh, PA and Meridian, PA.
1
Start on Grant Street
45 ft
·
5 sec
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Grant Street
2
Turn right onto Sixth Avenue
309 ft
·
10 sec
·
Sixth Avenue
3
Turn left onto Bigelow Square
365 ft
·
8 sec
·
Bigelow Square
4
Continue on Bigelow Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
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Bigelow Boulevard
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Toward I 579: Veterans Bridge
6
Merge onto I 579
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Veterans Bridge
7
Continue on I 279
12 mi
·
16 min
·
Parkway North
8
Merge onto I 79
12 mi
·
13 min
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I 79
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 83
Toward PA 528: Evans City
10
Keep slight right at fork
288 ft
·
9 sec
Toward PA 528 North: Evans City
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
11
Turn slight right onto PA 528
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Lindsay Road
12
At end of road, turn right onto PA 68; PA 528
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
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Evans City Road
13
Continue on PA 68; PA 528
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
West Main Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
14
Continue on PA 68
7.9 mi
·
11 min
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Evans City Road
15
Turn right onto Whitestown Road
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
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Whitestown Road
16
Turn right onto Meridian Road
0.8 mi
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2 min
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Meridian Road
17
Turn left onto Hopewell Avenue
0.3 mi
·
59 sec
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Hopewell Avenue
18
Arrive at destination
Hopewell Avenue
Trip Plan
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 19.1 miles from Pittsburgh, PA, or about 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 11.7 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 38.1 miles or 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 19.1 miles or 25m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Meridian, 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 38.1 miles and 56m.
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 I 79 for about 11.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.1 mi from Pittsburgh, PA · 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 38.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.1 miles from Pittsburgh, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Meridian, PA
The final approach into Meridian, 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 Meridian, 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
$6.32 one way
$12.63 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $6.92 | $13.84 |
| premium | $4.93 | $7.39 | $14.78 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.41 | $16.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.4 | 0 | $4.00 | $1.83 |
| Efficient EV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.33 | $1.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.2 | 0 | $5.33 | $2.44 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Meridian, PA
Night in Meridian on Tuesday
Local time
10:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Mina, NY
19 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
56m 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 Meridian, PA covers 38.1 miles and takes about 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 79, Parkway North, Evans City Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.1 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 $6.32 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 38.1 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Sixth Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Bigelow Square): Navigation decision point; at 24.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Pittsburgh, PA to Meridian, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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