Trip from Waynesboro, PA to Mount Lebanon, PA

Drive Time

3h 47m

Distance

168.3 mi

271 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$28

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min

4 AM

3h 35m ★

6 AM

3h 47m

8 AM

4h 13m

10 AM

3h 56m

12 PM

3h 54m

3 PM

3h 58m

5 PM

4h 12m

8 PM

3h 40m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Waynesboro, PA

Michael Taccetta

Mount Lebanon, PA

Jo Kassis

Trip Overview

Spanning 168.3 miles across Pennsylvania, this trip connects Waynesboro to Mount Lebanon in approximately 3 hours and 47 minutes. Since the entire journey stays within the Northeast region, you will find the drive manageable as a single-day excursion. You should budget roughly $28 for fuel to complete the trek. Because the route is straightforward, you can easily handle it in one go without needing an overnight stay. It serves as a practical link between these two Pennsylvania communities, offering a reliable path for travelers looking 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

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

84.2 miles from Waynesboro, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 55m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a mixed drive that transitions between high-speed transit and local navigation. You will spend about 56% of your time on highways, with a significant 94-mile stretch along the Pennsylvania Turnpike providing the longest period of uninterrupted travel. Beyond the turnpike, your journey incorporates the Lincoln Highway and Lemar Road to round out the experience. The road's personality shifts from fast-paced interstate cruising to more technical driving as you exit the main arteries. This combination ensures you aren't stuck on a monotonous grind for the entire duration, keeping the experience varied behind the wheel.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.

There are about 34 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 94 miles.

Elevation Profile

Gently rolling terrain

2,356 ft 594 ft

Total Climb

2,309 ft

Total Descent

1,978 ft

Highest Point

2,356 ft

~96.2 mi in

Elevation Range

1,762 ft

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 47.6 miles in.

Route Complexity 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 168.3 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 47.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 49.1 miles (I 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 49.5 miles (I 70; I 76; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 18 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

47.6 mi into trip | ~1h 13m in

Take the exit toward I 70 West, I 76: Turnpike

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 70 West, I 76: Turnpike

49.1 mi into trip | ~1h 16m in | I 70

Keep slight right at fork onto I 70 toward I 70 West, I 76 West: Pittsburgh

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 70 West, I 76 West: Pittsburgh

49.5 mi into trip | ~1h 16m in | I 70; I 76; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike

Merge onto I 70; I 76; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.

143.5 mi into trip | ~3h in

Take the exit toward US 30: Irwin, McKeesport

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 67 Toward US 30: Irwin, McKeesport

144.1 mi into trip | ~3h 1m in

Keep slight left at fork toward US 30 West: Pittsburgh

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward US 30 West: Pittsburgh

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Waynesboro, PA to Mount Lebanon, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Mckeesport along the way.

Mckeesport

143.5 mi in | ~3h

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike	94 mi	1h 43m
Lincoln Highway	24 mi	35m
Lemar Road	7.6 mi	12m
Buchanan Trail East	6.7 mi	11m
Lincoln Way	6.2 mi	11m
Lincoln Way West	4.2 mi	5m
Buchanan Trail West	4.1 mi	6m
Lebanon Church Road	3.9 mi	6m

Longest stretch: Pennsylvania Turnpike — 94 mi, about 1h 43m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Waynesboro, PA and Mount Lebanon, PA.

Start on PA 16

1.1 mi · 2 min · West Main Street

Use the straight / right lanes.

Continue on PA 16

6.7 mi · 11 min · Buchanan Trail East

Use the straight lane.

Continue on PA 16

0.9 mi · 2 min · East Baltimore Street

Use the straight lane.

Continue on PA 16

4.1 mi · 6 min · Buchanan Trail West

Use the straight / right lanes.

Turn right onto PA 995

7.6 mi · 12 min · Lemar Road

Turn right onto PA 75

2.1 mi · 3 min · Fort Loudon Road

Turn left onto US 30

0.2 mi · 15 sec · Lincoln Way West

Continue on US 30

4.1 mi · 5 min · Lincoln Way West

Continue on US 30

21 mi · 29 min · Lincoln Highway

Take the exit

362 ft · 9 sec

Toward I 70 West, I 76: Turnpike

Continue on I 70

1.5 mi · 2 min · Dwight D Eisenhower Highway

Keep slight right at fork onto I 70

0.4 mi · 46 sec · I 70

Toward I 70 West, I 76 West: Pittsburgh

Merge onto I 70; I 76; PATP

94 mi · 1 hr 43 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min

Exit 67 Toward US 30: Irwin, McKeesport Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 39 sec

Toward US 30 West: Pittsburgh Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Merge onto US 30

3.3 mi · 6 min · Lincoln Highway

Use the straight lane.

Turn left onto Lincoln Way

6.2 mi · 11 min · Lincoln Way

Use the straight lane.

Turn left onto PA 148; Yellow Belt

1.0 mi · 2 min · 5th Avenue

Turn straight onto PA 148; Yellow Belt

1.1 mi · 1 min · Lysle Boulevard

Use the straight / right lanes.

Continue on Yellow Belt

0.1 mi · 15 sec · Jerome Street Bridge

Continue on Yellow Belt

0.6 mi · 59 sec · West 5th Avenue

Keep slight left at fork onto Yellow Belt

0.5 mi · 1 min · West 5th Avenue

Continue on Yellow Belt

0.4 mi · 34 sec · Richland Avenue

Continue on Yellow Belt

0.5 mi · 47 sec · Pittsburgh McKeesport Boulevard

Turn slight left onto Yellow Belt

3.9 mi · 6 min · Lebanon Church Road

Use the none lane.

Continue on Yellow Belt

1.3 mi · 2 min · Curry Hollow Road

Continue on Yellow Belt

0.2 mi · 25 sec · Brownsville Road

Turn right onto Broughton Road

2.5 mi · 5 min · Broughton Road

Use the straight lane.

Turn right onto PA 88; Yellow Belt

1.0 mi · 2 min · Library Road

Turn left onto Yellow Belt

1.2 mi · 2 min · Connor Road

Turn right onto US 19; Yellow Belt

390 ft · 15 sec · Washington Road

Turn right

156 ft · 13 sec

Turn right

237 ft · 17 sec

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Planning for this 168.3-mile trip is simple, but keeping a few logistical details in mind will make your time on the road smoother. With only one recommended stop, you have plenty of flexibility to pace yourself according to your own energy levels. Since you are navigating a mix of roads, pay close attention to the transitions between the Pennsylvania Turnpike and local segments like Lemar Road. Aim to depart outside of peak travel hours to ensure you maintain your estimated 3-hour and 47-minute arrival time. As a specific tip, check your fuel gauge before entering the 94-mile turnpike stretch, as this is your longest period away from local services.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 84.2 miles from Waynesboro, PA, or about 1h 55m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 94 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 50m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 84.2 miles or 1h 55m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 54m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Mount Lebanon, PA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Waynesboro, 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 Waynesboro, PA

This is one driving day of about 168.3 miles and 3h 47m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Waynesboro, 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 94 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 84.2 mi from Waynesboro, PA · 1h 55m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Washington, DC

84 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

Jamestown, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Washington, DC

Meal break

The midpoint is around 84.2 miles from Waynesboro, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Pennsylvania Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 94 miles.

Arriving in Mount Lebanon, PA

The final approach into Mount Lebanon, 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 Mount Lebanon, 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

$27.85 one way

$55.70 round trip

$4.20/gal 25.4 MPG avg 59 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.60	$30.47	$60.95
premium	$4.92	$32.61	$65.23
diesel	$5.64	$37.39	$74.78

Estimated Tolls: $12.22

Pennsylvania Turnpike (94 mi) $12.22

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

$28

Tolls

$12

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$65–$90

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 58.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	50.5	$17.67	$8.08
Efficient EV	42.1	$14.73	$6.73
EV Truck/SUV	67.3	$23.56	$10.77

Gas CO2

59 kg

EV CO2

20 kg (66% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 1 hour from now

Origin

Waynesboro, PA

Evening in Waynesboro on Sunday

Local time

7:31 PM

EDT

Current temp

79°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Mount Lebanon, PA

Evening in Mount Lebanon on Sunday

Local time

7:31 PM

EDT

Current temp

60°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

68°F

Washington, DC

84 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

19 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

3h 47m 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 Waynesboro, PA to Mount Lebanon, PA covers 168.3 miles and takes about 3h 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike, Lincoln Highway, Lemar Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 84.2 miles from Waynesboro, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $27.85 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

On the drive from Waynesboro, PA to Mount Lebanon, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Mckeesport along the way.

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Trip from Waynesboro, PA to Mount Lebanon, PA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

Elevation Profile

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Mount Lebanon, PA

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Waynesboro, PA

Mount Lebanon, PA

Same local time

19 degrees cooler at arrival

3h 47m on the road

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