Shinglehouse, PA to Pittsburgh, PA is 194.5 miles and takes about 4h 31m via US 219, with a fuel budget near $32 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive takes you from the Northeast region of Pennsylvania to its western part, offering a mix of local roads and expressway travel. Expect a route that requires your attention due to frequent turns, making it a more engaging experience than a straight shot interstate. This trip is well-suited for a single day, allowing you to reach Pittsburgh with plenty of time to settle in.
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
97.2 miles from Shinglehouse, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 11m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 31m. Total distance: 194.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Drive Character
This route is characterized as a turn-heavy local drive, with only 45% of it being highway. You'll encounter numerous turns and changes in road type, so staying focused will be key. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll experience is 39.4 miles along US 219, offering a brief period of more consistent driving. Be prepared for the road to transition between quicker expressway sections and more deliberate local road segments throughout the 4h 31m journey.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 56 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 219 is the longest continuous segment at about 39.4 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 16 miles in near NY 16 / North Union Street.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 30 significant decision points across 194.5 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 16 miles (NY 16 / North Union Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 16.1 miles (NY 16 / North Union Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 193.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 30 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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16 mi into trip|~26m in|NY 16 / North Union Street
Enter roundabout onto NY 16 / North Union Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
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16.1 mi into trip|~26m in|NY 16 / North Union Street
Enter roundabout onto NY 16 / North Union Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
8
193.2 mi into trip|~4h 27m in
Take the exit toward I 579 South, I 279 South: Veterans Bridge, Monroeville, Fort Pitt Bridge, Airport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 1A
Toward I 579 South, I 279 South: Veterans Bridg...
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193.2 mi into trip|~4h 27m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 579 South: Veterans Bridge, Monroeville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 579 South: Veterans Bridge, Monroevill...
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193.8 mi into trip|~4h 29m in
Take the exit toward 7th Avenue, 6th Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward 7th Avenue, 6th Avenue
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 Shinglehouse, PA to Pittsburgh, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Bradford Pennsylvania along the way.
Bradford Pennsylvania
27.1 mi in|~40m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 219
39.4 mi
44m
Allegheny Valley Expressway
36.9 mi
48m
North Street
21.3 mi
29m
Allegheny Boulevard
18.1 mi
26m
Richardsville Road
14.3 mi
21m
Portland Mills Road
10.7 mi
15m
Southern Tier Expressway
9.2 mi
10m
East Center Street
5.7 mi
8m
Longest stretch:
US 219
— 39.4 mi, about 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Shinglehouse, PA and Pittsburgh, PA.
1
Start on this road
159 ft·17 sec·this road
2
Turn left onto PA 44
0.3 mi·36 sec·East Academy Street
3
At end of road, turn right onto PA 44
0.2 mi·22 sec·North Oswayo Street
4
At end of road, turn left onto PA 44
0.4 mi·46 sec·Ceres Road
5
Continue on PA 44
1.8 mi·3 min·Route 44
6
Continue on PA 44
2.3 mi·4 min·Ceres Road
7
At end of road, turn left onto NY 417
4.2 mi·7 min·Portville-Ceres Road
8
Continue on NY 305; NY 417
1.3 mi·1 min·South Main Street
9
Continue on NY 417
3.6 mi·5 min·Olean-Portville Road
10
Continue on NY 417
1.6 mi·2 min·East State Street
11
Enter roundabout onto NY 16
36 ft·0 sec·North Union Street
12
Continue on NY 16
0.3 mi·23 sec·North Union Street
13
Enter roundabout onto NY 16
105 ft·2 sec·North Union Street
14
Continue on NY 16
477 ft·8 sec·North Union Street
15
Enter roundabout onto NY 16
105 ft·2 sec·North Union Street
16
Continue on NY 16
0.1 mi·12 sec·North Union Street
17
Enter roundabout onto Wayne Street
176 ft·3 sec·Wayne Street
18
Continue on Wayne Street
0.8 mi·1 min·Wayne Street
19
Continue on Buffalo Street
0.6 mi·1 min·Buffalo Street
20
Turn left
0.3 mi·36 sec
21
Merge onto I 86; NY 17
9.2 mi·10 min·Southern Tier Expressway
22
Take the exit
0.3 mi·51 sec
Exit 23Toward US 219 South: Limestone, Bradford Pennsylvania
23
Turn left onto US 219
39 mi·44 min·US 219
24
Turn slight right onto US 219
252 ft·8 sec·Wilcox Road
25
Continue on US 219
4.2 mi·4 min·Wilcox Road
26
Continue on US 219
1.2 mi·1 min·Market Street
27
Continue on US 219
1.2 mi·1 min·Johnsonburg Bypass
28
Continue on US 219
5.7 mi·8 min·East Center Street
29
Continue on US 219
1.7 mi·4 min·North Broad Street
30
Turn right onto PA 948
521 ft·25 sec·Main Street
31
Turn left onto PA 949
0.2 mi·15 sec·South Mill Avenue
32
At end of road, turn right onto PA 949
0.3 mi·22 sec·South Street
33
Continue on PA 949
0.4 mi·37 sec·State Street
34
Continue on PA 949
11 mi·15 min·Portland Mills Road
35
Continue on PA 949
5.5 mi·8 min·Lake City Road
36
Continue on Richardsville Road
14 mi·21 min·Richardsville Road
37
Continue on Richards St
0.9 mi·2 min·Richards St
38
At end of road, turn right onto US 322; PA 28
190 ft·4 sec·E Main St
39
Continue on US 322; PA 28
0.7 mi·1 min·East Main Street
40
Continue on South Main Street
0.9 mi·2 min·South Main Street
41
Turn left onto PA 28
18 mi·26 min·Allegheny Boulevard
42
Continue on PA 28
1.2 mi·1 min·Broad Street
43
Continue on PA 28; PA 66
21 mi·29 min·North Street
44
Take the exit
0.8 mi·1 min
Toward PA 28 South: Pittsburgh
45
Continue on PA 28
37 mi·48 min·Allegheny Valley Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
46
Take the exit
181 ft·4 sec
Exit 1AToward I 579 South, I 279 South: Veterans Bridge, Monroeville, Fort Pitt Bridge, AirportUse the slight right lane.
47
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·42 sec
Toward I 579 South: Veterans Bridge, MonroevilleUse the slight left lane.
48
Merge onto I 579
0.3 mi·28 sec·Veterans Bridge
49
Take the exit
0.4 mi·53 sec
Toward 7th Avenue, 6th AvenueUse the straight / slight right lanes.
50
Keep slight left at fork
502 ft·14 sec
Toward PPG Arena, 6th Avenue
51
Turn straight onto Bigelow Boulevard
224 ft·3 sec·Bigelow Boulevard
52
Continue on Bigelow Square
386 ft·6 sec·Bigelow Square
Toward 6th AvenueUse the straight / left lanes.
53
Turn right onto Sixth Avenue
347 ft·11 sec·Sixth Avenue
54
Turn left onto Grant Street
296 ft·22 sec·Grant Street
55
Continue on Grant Street
254 ft·13 sec·Grant Street
56
Arrive at destination
Grant Street
Trip Plan
Given this is a 194.5-mile drive best completed in under 5 hours, you have flexibility on when to depart. Leaving in the morning will give you ample daylight to navigate the turn-heavy sections. While there's only one recommended stop, consider breaking up the drive around the 39.4-mile mark on US 219 for a break. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially during the local road portions, as stations might be less frequent than on major interstates. The $32 fuel estimate should help you budget accordingly.
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 97.2 miles from Shinglehouse, PA, or about 2h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 39.4 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 43 miles or 59m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 97.2 miles or 2h 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 43m
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 Shinglehouse, 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 Shinglehouse, PA
This is one driving day of about 194.5 miles and 4h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 43 miles from Shinglehouse, 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 US 219 for about 39.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 97.2 mi from Shinglehouse, PA
· 2h 11m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$32.25 one way
$64.49 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg68 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$35.32
$70.63
premium
$4.93
$37.72
$75.44
diesel
$5.61
$42.94
$85.89
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 68.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
58.3
0
$20.42
$9.34
Efficient EV
48.6
0
$17.02
$7.78
EV Truck/SUV
77.8
0
$27.23
$12.45
Gas CO2
68 kg
EV CO2
23 kg (66% 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
Shinglehouse, PA
Evening
in Shinglehouse on Friday
Local time
6:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Pittsburgh, PA
Evening
in Pittsburgh on Friday
Local time
6:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°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
9 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
4h 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 Shinglehouse, PA to Pittsburgh, PA covers 194.5 miles and takes about 4h 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 219, Allegheny Valley Expressway, North Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 97.2 miles from Shinglehouse, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $32.25 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 demanding drive. With 30 significant decision points across 194.5 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 16 miles (NY 16 / North Union Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 16.1 miles (NY 16 / North Union Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 193.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Shinglehouse, PA to Pittsburgh, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Bradford Pennsylvania along the way.
