Origin
South Strabane, PA
Evening in South Strabane on Sunday
Local time
7:30 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from South Strabane, PA to Pittsburgh, PA
Drive Time
50m
Distance
32.7 mi
53 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 46m
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6 AM
0h 50m
8 AM
0h 58m
10 AM
0h 53m
12 PM
0h 52m
3 PM
0h 54m
5 PM
0h 58m
8 PM
0h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pittsburgh, PA
LaMont L. Johnson
Trip Overview
If you are traveling from South Strabane to Pittsburgh, you are looking at a quick 32.7-mile journey that typically takes about 50 minutes. This highway-focused route is ideal for a single-day trip, as it is short enough to handle without any overnight stops. With a fuel cost estimate of just $5, it is an incredibly economical commute between these two Pennsylvania locations. Both the origin and destination sit within the Northeast region, making this a straightforward transition between suburban and urban environments. Whether you are heading into the city for work or a day of activities, the logistical simplicity of this drive makes it a stress-free choice.
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
16.3 miles from South Strabane, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 23m into the drive .
Drive Character
The personality of this drive is dominated by its 68% highway share, favoring efficiency over leisurely backroads. You will spend the bulk of your time navigating I-79, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of the trip at 19.4 miles. As you transition from the interstate onto Greentree Road and the Penn-Lincoln Parkway West, the character of the drive shifts from high-speed transit to the more complex infrastructure of the Pittsburgh metropolitan area. Expect a professional, functional experience behind the wheel rather than a scenic tour. Staying focused is key as you merge through these primary arterial roads to reach your final destination.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 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 19.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 79 and Greentree Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.6 miles in near I 79.
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 32.7 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 2.6 miles (I 79): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 7 miles (I 79): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 22 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
2.6 mi into trip
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~4m in
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I 79
Merge onto I 79
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
7 mi into trip
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~10m in
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I 79
Take the exit onto I 79 toward I 79 North: Pittsburgh
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 18
Toward I 79 North: Pittsburgh
7
22 mi into trip
|
~31m in
Take the exit toward PA 50: Bridgeville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 54
Toward PA 50: Bridgeville
5
22.4 mi into trip
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~32m in
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PA 50 / Washington Pike
Turn left onto PA 50 / Washington Pike
Navigation decision point
7
32.2 mi into trip
|
~48m in
Take the exit toward Grant Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Exit 71A
Toward Grant Street
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 79 | 19.4 mi | 26m |
| Greentree Road | 3.9 mi | 6m |
| Penn-Lincoln Parkway West | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Washington Pike | 2 mi | 3m |
| East National Pike | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Washington Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Penn-Lincoln Parkway East | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| East Maiden Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 79
— 19.4 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Strabane, PA and Pittsburgh, PA.
1
Start on Strabane Drive
30 ft
·
2 sec
·
Strabane Drive
2
Turn right onto Anderson Drive
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Anderson Drive
3
Merge onto US 40
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
East National Pike
4
Continue on US 40
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
East Maiden Street
5
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
6
Merge onto I 79
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
I 79
Use the none lane.
7
Take the exit onto I 79
15 mi
·
20 min
·
I 79
Exit 18
Toward I 79 North: Pittsburgh
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 54
Toward PA 50: Bridgeville
Use the slight right lane.
9
Turn right onto PA 50
463 ft
·
17 sec
·
Millers Run Road
10
Turn left onto PA 50
208 ft
·
3 sec
·
Washington Pike
11
Continue on PA 50
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Washington Avenue
Use the none lane.
12
Continue on PA 50
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Washington Pike
13
Turn right onto Greentree Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Greentree Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Turn left onto PA 121
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Greentree Road
15
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward I 376 East: Pittsburgh
16
Merge onto I 376; US 22; US 30
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Penn-Lincoln Parkway West
Use the none lane.
17
Keep slight right at fork onto I 376; US 22; US 30
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
Penn-Lincoln Parkway East
Toward I 376 East: Monroeville
18
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 71A
Toward Grant Street
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
19
Continue on Grant Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Grant Street
Use the straight lane.
20
Arrive at destination
Grant Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a short 50-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though you should account for potential traffic congestion on the Penn-Lincoln Parkway West during peak hours. You do not need to plan for any formal stops, as the 32.7-mile distance is easily manageable in one go. Keep your $5 fuel budget in mind, and consider filling up in South Strabane before you head out to ensure you aren't hunting for a station in the city. Because the route relies heavily on major thoroughfares like I-79, keep a close eye on real-time traffic updates to adjust your path if there are accidents or construction delays. Taking advantage of the route's brevity allows you to maximize your time once you arrive in Pittsburgh.
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 16.3 miles from South Strabane, PA, or about 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 19.4 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 32.7 miles or 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 16.3 miles or 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 41m
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 South Strabane, 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 South Strabane, PA
This is one driving day of about 32.7 miles and 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from South Strabane, 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 19.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16.3 mi from South Strabane, PA · 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 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
$5.41 one way
$10.82 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $5.92 | $11.84 |
| premium | $4.92 | $6.34 | $12.67 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $7.26 | $14.53 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.43 | $1.57 |
| Efficient EV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.86 | $1.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.1 | 0 | $4.58 | $2.09 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Pittsburgh, PA
Evening in Pittsburgh on Sunday
Local time
7:30 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
52°F
Mina, NY
16 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
1 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
50m 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 South Strabane, PA to Pittsburgh, PA covers 32.7 miles and takes about 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 79, Greentree Road, Penn-Lincoln Parkway West. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 16.3 miles from South Strabane, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.41 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 demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 32.7 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.6 miles (I 79): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 7 miles (I 79): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 22 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from South Strabane, PA to Pittsburgh, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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