Origin
Smithfield, PA
Afternoon in Smithfield on Wednesday
Local time
3:04 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Smithfield, PA to Davidson, PA
Data updated 1 hour ago
Drive Time
27m
Distance
19.7 mi
32 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 25m
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6 AM
0h 27m
8 AM
0h 32m
10 AM
0h 29m
12 PM
0h 28m
3 PM
0h 29m
5 PM
0h 31m
8 PM
0h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Smithfield, PA
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Davidson, PA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Smithfield, PA to Davidson, PA covers 19.7 miles and takes about 27m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on PA Tpke 43, Mon/Fayette Expressway, Mon-Fayette Expressway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 8.8 miles on PA Tpke 43. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.27 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
9.8 miles from Smithfield, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 13m into the drive .
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Drive Character
The drive from Smithfield, PA to Davidson, PA covers 19.7 miles and takes about 27m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
PA Tpke 43 is the longest continuous segment at about 8.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 2.2 miles in.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 27m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 9.7 miles (PA Tpke 43): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
2.2 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
5
9.7 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
PA Tpke 43
Take the exit onto PA Tpke 43 toward PA 43 North: Brownsville, Pittsburgh
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward PA 43 North: Brownsville, Pittsburgh
6
18.5 mi into trip
|
~24m in
Take the exit toward US 40: Brier Hill, Brownsville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 22
Toward US 40: Brier Hill, Brownsville
4
18.9 mi into trip
|
~25m in
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US 40
Turn left onto US 40
Navigation decision point
5
19.6 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Smithfield, PA and Davidson, PA, road signs point toward Pittsburgh and Brownsville.
Pittsburgh
9.7 mi in
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~13m
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via PA Tpke 43
Brownsville
18.5 mi in
|
~24m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| PA Tpke 43 | 8.8 mi | 11m |
| Mon/Fayette Expressway | 5.7 mi | 7m |
| Mon-Fayette Expressway | 1.6 mi | 1m |
| Morgantown Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Morgantown Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| US 40 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| National Pike | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Big Six Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
PA Tpke 43
— 8.8 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Smithfield, PA and Davidson, PA.
1
Start on US 119
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
·
Morgantown Street
2
Continue on US 119
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Morgantown Road
3
Turn right onto Big Six Road
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
Big Six Road
4
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
5
Continue on PA 43
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Mon-Fayette Expressway
6
Continue on PA 43
5.7 mi
·
7 min
·
Mon/Fayette Expressway
7
Take the exit onto PA Tpke 43
8.8 mi
·
11 min
·
PA Tpke 43
Toward PA 43 North: Brownsville, Pittsburgh
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 22
Toward US 40: Brier Hill, Brownsville
9
Turn left onto US 40
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
US 40
10
Turn left onto US 40
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
National Pike
11
Turn right onto Twin Hills Road
442 ft
·
21 sec
·
Twin Hills Road
12
Turn right
189 ft
·
13 sec
13
Arrive at destination
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 9.8 miles from Smithfield, PA, or about 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 8.8 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 19.7 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 9.8 miles or 13m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Davidson, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Smithfield, 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 Smithfield, PA
This is one driving day of about 19.7 miles and 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Smithfield, 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 PA Tpke 43 for about 8.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 9.8 mi from Smithfield, PA · 13m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
10 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
Arriving in Davidson, PA
The final approach into Davidson, 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 Davidson, 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
$3.27 one way
$6.53 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $3.58 | $7.15 |
| premium | $4.93 | $3.82 | $7.64 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.35 | $8.70 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.62
(8.8 mi)
$0.62
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.9 | 0 | $2.07 | $0.95 |
| Efficient EV | 4.9 | 0 | $1.72 | $0.79 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.9 | 0 | $2.76 | $1.26 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Davidson, PA
Afternoon in Davidson on Wednesday
Local time
3:04 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
44°F
Mina, NY
10 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
17 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
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 Smithfield, PA to Davidson, PA covers 19.7 miles and takes about 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are PA Tpke 43, Mon/Fayette Expressway, Mon-Fayette Expressway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 9.8 miles from Smithfield, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.27 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 is a straightforward 27m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 9.7 miles (PA Tpke 43): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Smithfield, PA and Davidson, PA, road signs point toward Pittsburgh and Brownsville.
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