Origin
Tinicum, PA
Morning in Tinicum on Wednesday
Local time
6:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Tinicum, PA to Pittsburgh, PA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
6h 13m
Distance
324.7 mi
523 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$54
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 1m
★
6 AM
6h 13m
8 AM
6h 39m
10 AM
6h 22m
12 PM
6h 20m
3 PM
6h 23m
5 PM
6h 37m
8 PM
6h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Trip Overview
The drive from Tinicum, PA to Pittsburgh, PA covers 324.7 miles and takes about 6h 13m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Pennsylvania Turnpike, Penn-Lincoln Parkway East, South Easton Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 287.2 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $53.83 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
162.4 miles from Tinicum, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 9m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 6h 13m highway drive covering 324.7 miles, with most of the trip on Pennsylvania Turnpike and Penn-Lincoln Parkway East. The longest continuous stretch is about 287.2 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Pennsylvania Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 287.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and Penn-Lincoln Parkway East. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 22.1 miles in.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 324.7 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 22.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 22.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 309.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
22.1 mi into trip
|
~35m in
Take the exit toward I 276, PATP: Philadelphia, Harrisburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward I 276, PATP: Philadelphia, Harrisburg
7
22.5 mi into trip
|
~37m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 276 West: Harrisburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 276 West: Harrisburg
8
309.9 mi into trip
|
~5h 49m in
Take the exit toward I 376 West, US 22: Pittsburgh, Monroeville
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 57
Toward I 376 West, US 22: Pittsburgh, Monroevil...
7
310.7 mi into trip
|
~5h 52m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 376 West, US 22 West: Pittsburgh
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 376 West, US 22 West: Pittsburgh
7
323.9 mi into trip
|
~6h 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
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Tinicum, PA and Pittsburgh, PA, road signs point toward Patp: Philadelphia and Harrisburg.
Patp: Philadelphia
22.1 mi in
|
~35m
Harrisburg
22.1 mi in
|
~35m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 287.2 mi | 5h 12m |
| Penn-Lincoln Parkway East | 13.2 mi | 18m |
| South Easton Road | 8.6 mi | 15m |
| Easton Road | 6.7 mi | 9m |
| Doylestown Bypass | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| East Dark Hollow Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Dark Hollow Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Old Easton Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 287.2 mi, about 5h 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tinicum, PA and Pittsburgh, PA.
1
Start on Smithtown Road
139 ft
·
6 sec
·
Smithtown Road
2
Turn straight onto East Dark Hollow Road
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
East Dark Hollow Road
3
Continue on Dark Hollow Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Dark Hollow Road
4
Continue on PA 413
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
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Old Easton Road
5
Continue on PA 413
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Old Easton Road
6
Turn left onto PA 611
5.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Easton Road
7
Keep slight right at fork onto PA 611
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Easton Road
8
Continue on PA 611
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Doylestown Bypass
9
Continue on PA 611
8.6 mi
·
15 min
·
South Easton Road
10
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 276, PATP: Philadelphia, Harrisburg
Use the right lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward I 276 West: Harrisburg
Use the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto I 276; PATP
287 mi
·
5 hr 12 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
2 min
Exit 57
Toward I 376 West, US 22: Pittsburgh, Monroeville
Use the slight right lane.
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward US 22 Business, I 376 West, US 22 West: Monroeville, Pittsburgh
15
Keep slight right at fork
353 ft
·
8 sec
Toward I 376 West, US 22 West: Pittsburgh
16
Merge onto I 376; US 22
13 mi
·
18 min
·
Penn-Lincoln Parkway East
Use the slight left lane.
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 71B
Toward Second Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Turn straight onto Second Avenue
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Second Avenue
19
At end of road, turn right onto Ross Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Ross Street
20
Turn left onto Fifth Avenue
352 ft
·
10 sec
·
Fifth Avenue
21
Turn right onto Grant Street
513 ft
·
21 sec
·
Grant Street
Use the right lane.
22
Arrive at destination
Grant Street
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 162.4 miles from Tinicum, PA, or about 3h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 287.2 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 80 miles or 1h 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 162.4 miles or 3h 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 2m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pittsburgh, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Tinicum, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Tinicum, PA
This is one driving day of about 324.7 miles and 6h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Tinicum, 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 Pennsylvania Turnpike for about 287.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 162.4 mi from Tinicum, PA · 3h 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
162 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 162.4 miles from Tinicum, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Pennsylvania Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 287.2 miles.
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.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$53.83 one way
$107.66 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
114 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $58.96 | $117.91 |
| premium | $4.93 | $62.97 | $125.94 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $71.69 | $143.38 |
Estimated Tolls: $37.33
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(287.2 mi)
$37.33
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
$54
Tolls
$37
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$116–$141
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 113.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 97.4 | 1 | $34.09 | $15.59 |
| Efficient EV | 81.2 | 0 | $28.41 | $12.99 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 129.9 | 1 | $45.46 | $20.78 |
Gas CO2
114 kg
EV CO2
38 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Morning in Pittsburgh on Wednesday
Local time
6:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Mostly Sunny
W 16 mph
8% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 13 at 5:13AM EDT by NWS State College PA
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
24 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
6h 13m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Tinicum, PA to Pittsburgh, PA covers 324.7 miles and takes about 6h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike, Penn-Lincoln Parkway East, South Easton Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 162.4 miles from Tinicum, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $53.83 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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 13 significant decision points across 324.7 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 22.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 22.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 309.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Tinicum, PA and Pittsburgh, PA, road signs point toward Patp: Philadelphia and Harrisburg.
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