Origin
Sharon Hill, PA
Afternoon in Sharon Hill on Sunday
Local time
4:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sharon Hill, PA to Pittsburgh, PA
Drive Time
4h 54m
Distance
313.4 mi
504 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$52
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 41m
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6 AM
4h 54m
8 AM
5h 21m
10 AM
5h 4m
12 PM
5h 1m
3 PM
5h 5m
5 PM
5h 20m
8 PM
4h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sharon Hill, PA
Cheryn Appleton
Pittsburgh, PA
LaMont L. Johnson
Trip Overview
The drive from Sharon Hill, PA to Pittsburgh, PA covers 313.4 miles and takes about 4h 54m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Chester Pike, Clifton Avenue, Springfield Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $51.86 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
156.7 miles from Sharon Hill, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 27m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 4h 54m drive with frequent turns across 313.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Chester Pike is one of the defining roads on this drive.
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.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 54m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Sharon Hill, PA to Pittsburgh, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Chester Pike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Clifton Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Springfield Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Sproul Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Chester Pike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Newtown Street Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Darby Paoli Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Darby Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Chester Pike
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sharon Hill, PA and Pittsburgh, PA.
1
Start on Sharon Avenue
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Sharon Avenue
2
Turn left onto Chester Pike
358 ft
·
13 sec
·
Chester Pike
3
Turn right onto Clifton Avenue
1.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Clifton Avenue
4
Turn left onto Springfield Road
3.8 mi
·
9 min
·
Springfield Road
5
Turn straight onto Sproul Road
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Sproul Road
6
Turn straight onto Springfield Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Springfield Road
7
Turn left onto West Chester Pike
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
West Chester Pike
8
Turn right onto Newtown Street Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Newtown Street Road
9
Continue on Darby Paoli Road
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Darby Paoli Road
10
Turn left onto Darby Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Darby Road
11
At the end of the road, turn left onto East Lancaster Avenue
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
East Lancaster Avenue
12
Turn right onto South Morehall Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Morehall Road
13
Continue on North Morehall Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
North Morehall Road
14
Take the ramp right toward PATP Toll, I 76 Toll: Valley Forge, Harrisburg
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
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PATP Toll, I 76 Toll: Valley Forge, Harrisburg
15
Keep slight left to continue on I 76 Toll West: Harrisburg
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 76 Toll West: Harrisburg
16
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
264 mi
·
4 hr 47 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
17
Take the exit slight right toward I 376 West, US 22: Pittsburgh, Monroeville
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
I 376 West, US 22: Pittsburgh, Monroeville
18
Keep slight left to continue on US 22 Business, I 376 West, US 22 West: Monroeville, Pittsburgh
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
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US 22 Business, I 376 West, US 22 West: Monroeville, Pittsburgh
19
Keep slight right to continue on I 376 West, US 22 West: Pittsburgh
354 ft
·
9 sec
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I 376 West, US 22 West: Pittsburgh
20
Merge slight right onto Penn-Lincoln Parkway East
13 mi
·
18 min
·
Penn-Lincoln Parkway East
21
Take the exit slight right toward Second Avenue
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
Second Avenue
22
Turn straight onto Second Avenue
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Second Avenue
23
At the end of the road, turn right onto Ross Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Ross Street
24
Turn left onto Fifth Avenue
351 ft
·
10 sec
·
Fifth Avenue
25
Turn right onto Grant Street
515 ft
·
22 sec
·
Grant Street
26
Arrive at your destination
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 156.7 miles from Sharon Hill, PA, or about 2h 27m into the drive.
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 15m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 156.7 miles or 2h 27m 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 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pittsburgh, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Sharon Hill, 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 Sharon Hill, PA
This is one driving day of about 313.4 miles and 4h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Sharon Hill, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 156.7 mi from Sharon Hill, PA · 2h 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
157 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 156.7 miles from Sharon Hill, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Pittsburgh, PA
The final approach into Pittsburgh, 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 Pittsburgh, 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
$51.86 one way
$103.72 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
110 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $56.75 | $113.49 |
| premium | $4.92 | $60.73 | $121.46 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $69.63 | $139.25 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$52
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$77–$102
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 109.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $33 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 94 | 1 | $32.91 | $15.04 |
| Efficient EV | 78.4 | 0 | $27.42 | $12.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 125.4 | 1 | $43.88 | $20.06 |
Gas CO2
110 kg
EV CO2
37 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Pittsburgh, PA
Afternoon in Pittsburgh on Sunday
Local time
4:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
51°F
Cuba, NY
157 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
4 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
4h 54m 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 Sharon Hill, PA to Pittsburgh, PA covers 313.4 miles and takes about 4h 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Chester Pike, Clifton Avenue, Springfield Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 156.7 miles from Sharon Hill, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $51.86 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.
This is a straightforward 4h 54m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Sharon Hill, PA to Pittsburgh, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Sharon Hill, PA to Pittsburgh, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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