Origin
Spring, PA
Late night in Spring on Monday
Local time
3:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Spring, PA to Pittsburgh, PA
Drive Time
1h 40m
Distance
106.5 mi
171 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 33m
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6 AM
1h 41m
8 AM
1h 56m
10 AM
1h 46m
12 PM
1h 45m
3 PM
1h 47m
5 PM
1h 55m
8 PM
1h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Spring, PA
Haneul Trac
Pittsburgh, PA
LaMont L. Johnson
Trip Overview
Traveling from Spring to Pittsburgh covers 106.5 miles and typically takes about 1 hour and 40 minutes. Because this is a relatively short distance, it functions perfectly as a straightforward day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $17 on fuel for the journey. The path stays entirely within Pennsylvania, moving you through the Northeast region. It serves as a practical connection for those looking to traverse the state without the complexity of a multi-day itinerary. Planning your departure is simple given the manageable duration of the trip.
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
53.3 miles from Spring, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that avoids major interstates entirely, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will navigate via Springboro Road, PA-98, and PA-198, which keeps you off the fast-paced, monotonous thoroughfares and onto more localized pavement. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 0 miles on Springboro Road, indicating a route that requires your constant attention rather than long periods of cruise control. This journey offers a tactile driving experience where you will be actively managing turns throughout the entire 106.5-mile trek. It is an ideal choice if you prefer a slower, more engaged pace behind the wheel over the predictability of a highway sprint.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Springboro Road 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. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Spring, PA to Pittsburgh, PA is easy. At 1h 40m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Spring, PA to Pittsburgh, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Springboro Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| PA-98 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| PA-198 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Parkway North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 579 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 7th Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| PPG Arena | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Bigelow Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Springboro Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Spring, PA and Pittsburgh, PA.
1
Start on the route
95 ft
·
12 sec
·
the route
2
At the end of the road, turn left onto Springboro Road
4.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Springboro Road
3
At the end of the road, turn right onto PA-98
4.9 mi
·
8 min
·
PA-98
4
Turn left onto PA-198
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
PA-198
5
Take the ramp slight right
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
6
Merge slight left
82 mi
·
1 hr 29 min
7
Keep slight left to continue on Parkway North
11 mi
·
15 min
·
Parkway North
8
Keep slight right to continue on I 579: Veterans Bridge
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
I 579: Veterans Bridge
9
Take the exit slight right toward 7th Avenue, 6th Avenue
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
7th Avenue, 6th Avenue
10
Keep slight left to continue on PPG Arena, 6th Avenue
502 ft
·
14 sec
·
PPG Arena, 6th Avenue
11
Turn straight onto Bigelow Boulevard
223 ft
·
4 sec
·
Bigelow Boulevard
12
Continue on Bigelow Square
387 ft
·
6 sec
·
Bigelow Square
13
Turn right onto Sixth Avenue
348 ft
·
11 sec
·
Sixth Avenue
14
Turn left onto Grant Street
295 ft
·
22 sec
·
Grant Street
15
Continue on Grant Street
253 ft
·
14 sec
·
Grant Street
16
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a compact drive, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. Because the route consists of local roads rather than highways, keep a close watch on your navigation as you transition between PA-98 and PA-198. With no formal stops programmed into the 1-hour and 40-minute duration, remember to account for your own breaks if you need to refuel or stretch your legs. Budgeting $17 for fuel should cover your expenses, but it is always wise to keep a little extra set aside for local fluctuations. Use the lack of highway segments to your advantage by keeping a steady, cautious speed as you navigate the frequent turns along the way.
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 53.3 miles from Spring, PA, or about 50m 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 53.3 miles or 50m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 22m
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 Spring, 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 Spring, PA
This is one driving day of about 106.5 miles and 1h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Spring, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 53.3 mi from Spring, PA · 50m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
53 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
$17.62 one way
$35.25 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
37 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $19.28 | $38.57 |
| premium | $4.92 | $20.64 | $41.28 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $23.66 | $47.32 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 32 | 0 | $11.18 | $5.11 |
| Efficient EV | 26.6 | 0 | $9.32 | $4.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 42.6 | 0 | $14.91 | $6.82 |
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (68% 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
Late night in Pittsburgh on Monday
Local time
3:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
52°F
Mina, NY
53 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
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
1h 40m 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 Spring, PA to Pittsburgh, PA covers 106.5 miles and takes about 1h 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Springboro Road, PA-98, PA-198. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 53.3 miles from Spring, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.62 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.
The drive from Spring, PA to Pittsburgh, PA is easy. At 1h 40m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Spring, PA to Pittsburgh, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Spring, PA to Pittsburgh, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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