Origin
Swissvale, PA
Late night in Swissvale on Wednesday
Local time
2:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Swissvale, PA to Pittsburgh, PA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
13m
Distance
7.2 mi
12 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 12m
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6 AM
0h 13m
8 AM
0h 15m
10 AM
0h 14m
12 PM
0h 14m
3 PM
0h 14m
5 PM
0h 15m
8 PM
0h 12m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Swissvale, PA
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Pittsburgh, PA
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Trip Overview
This quick 7.2-mile journey from Swissvale, PA, to Pittsburgh, PA, will only take about 13 minutes to complete. Designed as a single-day trip, you won't need to worry about overnight stays. The route is primarily highway-focused, with a modest fuel cost of around $1. It's a straightforward drive that connects two points within the Northeast region of Pennsylvania. Consider this a convenient hop rather than an epic adventure, perfect for when you need to get from point A to point B efficiently.
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
3.6 miles from Swissvale, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 6m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a drive that is predominantly on highways, with 72% of the route consisting of faster-paced roads. You'll experience a continuous stretch of 5.2 miles on the Penn-Lincoln Parkway East, offering a consistent driving experience for a significant portion of the trip. The main arteries guiding you include Penn-Lincoln Parkway East, South Braddock Avenue, and Second Avenue. This highway-focused profile means you'll likely encounter moderate to heavy traffic typical of urban approaches.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Penn-Lincoln Parkway East is the longest continuous segment at about 5.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Penn-Lincoln Parkway East and South Braddock Avenue. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Green Belt / South Braddock Avenue.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 13m 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 0.2 miles (Green Belt / South Braddock Avenue): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 6.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.9 miles (Ross Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Green Belt / South Braddock Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto Green Belt / South Braddock Avenue
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
7
6.4 mi into trip
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~10m in
Take the exit toward Second Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 71B
Toward Second Avenue
6
6.9 mi into trip
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~12m in
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Ross Street
At end of road, turn right onto Ross Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
5
7 mi into trip
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~12m in
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Fifth Avenue
Turn left onto Fifth Avenue
Navigation decision point
7
7.1 mi into trip
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~12m in
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Grant Street
Turn right onto Grant Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Penn-Lincoln Parkway East | 5.2 mi | 7m |
| South Braddock Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Second Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Westmoreland Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Ross Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Grant Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Fifth Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Columbia Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Penn-Lincoln Parkway East
— 5.2 mi, about 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Swissvale, PA and Pittsburgh, PA.
1
Start on Columbia Avenue
59 ft
·
6 sec
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Columbia Avenue
2
Turn left onto Westmoreland Avenue
0.2 mi
·
49 sec
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Westmoreland Avenue
3
At end of road, turn right onto Green Belt
512 ft
·
21 sec
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South Braddock Avenue
4
Continue on South Braddock Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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South Braddock Avenue
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 376 West: Pittsburgh
6
Merge onto I 376; US 22; US 30
5.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Penn-Lincoln Parkway East
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 71B
Toward Second Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn straight onto Second Avenue
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
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Second Avenue
9
At end of road, turn right onto Ross Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
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Ross Street
10
Turn left onto Fifth Avenue
352 ft
·
10 sec
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Fifth Avenue
11
Turn right onto Grant Street
513 ft
·
21 sec
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Grant Street
Use the right lane.
12
Arrive at destination
Grant Street
Trip Plan
Given its short 13-minute duration and 7.2-mile length, this trip offers a lot of flexibility. You can easily depart at any time, but leaving during off-peak hours will ensure the smoothest drive. With minimal distance and a low fuel cost of just $1, you don't need to overthink logistics. Keep an eye out for your specific exit as you navigate the Penn-Lincoln Parkway East, as it's the longest uninterrupted stretch and requires your attention to ensure you don't miss your turn into 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 3.6 miles from Swissvale, PA, or about 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 5.2 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 7.2 miles or 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 3.6 miles or 6m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 10m
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 Swissvale, 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 Swissvale, PA
This is one driving day of about 7.2 miles and 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Swissvale, 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 Penn-Lincoln Parkway East for about 5.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 3.6 mi from Swissvale, PA · 6m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
4 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 7.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 3.6 miles from Swissvale, 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
$1.19 one way
$2.39 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $1.31 | $2.61 |
| premium | $4.93 | $1.40 | $2.79 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.59 | $3.18 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.2 | 0 | $0.76 | $0.35 |
| Efficient EV | 1.8 | 0 | $0.63 | $0.29 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 2.9 | 0 | $1.01 | $0.46 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (67% 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 Wednesday
Local time
2:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
53°F
Lakewood, NY
4 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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
13m 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 Swissvale, PA to Pittsburgh, PA covers 7.2 miles and takes about 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Penn-Lincoln Parkway East, South Braddock Avenue, Second Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 3.6 miles from Swissvale, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.19 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 13m 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 0.2 miles (Green Belt / South Braddock Avenue): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 6.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.9 miles (Ross Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch.
The route from Swissvale, PA to Pittsburgh, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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