Trip from Pittsburgh, PA to Nesquehoning, PA

Drive Time

5h 31m

Distance

266.7 mi

429 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$44

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

5h 18m ★

6 AM

5h 32m

8 AM

5h 58m

10 AM

5h 41m

12 PM

5h 38m

3 PM

5h 42m

5 PM

5h 57m

8 PM

5h 24m

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

Nesquehoning, PA

Haneul Trac

Trip Overview

Spanning 266.7 miles across Pennsylvania, your journey from Pittsburgh to Nesquehoning is a manageable trek that typically takes about 5 hours and 31 minutes. Since the drive is designed as a single-day trip, you can easily complete it without needing an overnight stay. You will navigate using a combination of the Keystone Shortway, William Penn Highway, and I-99, keeping your fuel budget around $44. Because both your starting point and destination are nestled within the Northeast, you will experience a consistent regional feel throughout the transit. This route offers a straightforward path for travelers looking to move efficiently between these two Pennsylvania hubs.

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

133.4 miles from Pittsburgh, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 54m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a varied driving experience that shifts from major thoroughfares to more technical local roads. With only 28% of the route consisting of highway travel, you will spend most of your time navigating turn-heavy local segments that require your full attention. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 95.3-mile segment along the Keystone Shortway, which provides a welcome break from the more winding sections. As the trip progresses, the character of the road changes, moving away from high-speed interstate conditions into a more intimate, local-focused drive. Prepare for a dynamic behind-the-wheel experience that rewards drivers who enjoy shifting road conditions.

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

There are about 30 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 95.3 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 0.7 miles in near I 376; US 22; US 30 / Penn-Lincoln Parkway East.

Route Complexity 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 266.7 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 0.7 miles (I 376; US 22; US 30 / Penn-Lincoln Parkway East): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; 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.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 14 key points

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

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 none lane.

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

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.

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

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

Towns Along This Route

Between Pittsburgh, PA and Nesquehoning, PA, road signs point toward Bedford and Nescopeck.

Bedford

89.7 mi in | ~2h 6m

Nescopeck

243.9 mi in | ~4h 56m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Keystone Shortway	95.3 mi	1h 43m
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
Hudson Drive	5.8 mi	8m
West Broad Street	3.8 mi	4m
State Route 93	3.7 mi	7m

Longest stretch: Keystone Shortway — 95.3 mi, about 1h 43m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on Grant Street

45 ft · 9 sec · Grant Street

Continue on Grant Street

0.3 mi · 1 min · Grant Street

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 50 sec

Toward I 376 East: Monroeville

Merge onto I 376; US 22; US 30

14 mi · 19 min · Penn-Lincoln Parkway East

Use the none lane.

Merge onto US 22

45 mi · 1 hr 5 min · William Penn Highway

Use the straight / right lanes.

Continue on US 22

14 mi · 19 min · Admiral Peary Highway

Use the straight / right lanes.

Continue on US 22

17 mi · 19 min · William Penn Highway

Use the none lane.

Continue on this road

0.5 mi · 45 sec · this road

Toward I 99, US 220: Altoona, Bedford

Keep slight left at fork

0.9 mi · 1 min

Toward I 99 North, US 220 North: Altoona

Merge onto I 99; US 220

41 mi · 44 min · I 99; US 220

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.

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

Turn left

0.2 mi · 31 sec

Toward I 80 East, US 220 North: Williamsport Use the left lane.

Merge onto I 80; US 220

95 mi · 1 hr 43 min · Keystone Shortway

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 35 sec

Toward PA 93: Conyngham, Nescopeck

Keep slight right at fork

444 ft · 11 sec

Turn straight onto PA 93

0.6 mi · 57 sec · Berwick Hazleton Highway

Continue on PA 93

3.7 mi · 7 min · State Route 93

Continue on PA 93

0.6 mi · 1 min · Valmont Parkway

Continue on PA 93

1.9 mi · 2 min · Susquehanna Boulevard

Continue on PA 93

0.5 mi · 43 sec · North Broad Street

Continue on PA 93; PA 924

3.8 mi · 4 min · West Broad Street

Continue on PA 93

1.0 mi · 1 min · Berwick Street

Continue on PA 93

0.5 mi · 34 sec · Broad Street

Continue on PA 93

5.7 mi · 8 min · Hudson Drive

Continue on State Route 93

2.8 mi · 3 min · Hunter Street

Continue on PA 93

523 ft · 9 sec · Hudson Drive

At end of road, turn right onto US 209

1.2 mi · 2 min · East Catawissa Street

Turn left onto North Mermon Avenue

59 ft · 2 sec · North Mermon Avenue

Arrive at destination

North Mermon Avenue

Trip Plan

To make the most of your 5-hour and 31-minute travel time, plan for at least one dedicated stop to break up the drive. Given the turn-heavy nature of the local sections, departing early in the morning allows you to navigate the more technical parts of the route with better visibility and less fatigue. Keep your $44 fuel budget in mind, and consider fueling up before hitting the longer, less populated stretches to ensure a smooth journey. Because this is a relatively short trip, you have the advantage of flexibility; use your one planned stop to stretch your legs during the transition between the Keystone Shortway and the local roads. Staying alert on those tighter turns will ensure you arrive in Nesquehoning feeling refreshed.

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 133.4 miles from Pittsburgh, PA, or about 2h 54m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 95.3 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 133.4 miles or 2h 54m 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 29m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Nesquehoning, 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 266.7 miles and 5h 31m.

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 95.3 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 133.4 mi from Pittsburgh, PA · 2h 54m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Hornell, NY

133 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.

Hornell, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 133.4 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 95.3 miles.

Arriving in Nesquehoning, PA

The final approach into Nesquehoning, 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 Nesquehoning, 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

$44.13 one way

$88.26 round trip

$4.20/gal 25.4 MPG avg 93 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.60	$48.29	$96.58
premium	$4.92	$51.68	$103.36
diesel	$5.64	$59.25	$118.50

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$44

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$69–$94

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 93.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $28 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	80	0	$28.00	$12.80
Efficient EV	66.7	0	$23.34	$10.67
EV Truck/SUV	106.7	1	$37.34	$17.07

Gas CO2

93 kg

EV CO2

31 kg (67% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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

8:28 PM

EDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Nesquehoning, PA

Evening in Nesquehoning on Sunday

Local time

8:28 PM

EDT

Current temp

59°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

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

5h 31m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

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 Nesquehoning, PA covers 266.7 miles and takes about 5h 31m 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 133.4 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 $44.13 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Between Pittsburgh, PA and Nesquehoning, PA, road signs point toward Bedford and Nescopeck.

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Trip from Pittsburgh, PA to Nesquehoning, PA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Nesquehoning, PA

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Pittsburgh, PA

Nesquehoning, PA

Same local time

2 degrees cooler at arrival

5h 31m on the road

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