Origin
Willow Grove, PA
Morning in Willow Grove on Friday
Local time
10:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Willow Grove, PA to Mount Lebanon, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 52m
Distance
303 mi
488 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$50
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 39m
★
6 AM
5h 53m
8 AM
6h 19m
10 AM
6h 2m
12 PM
5h 59m
3 PM
6h 3m
5 PM
6h 17m
8 PM
5h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Willow Grove, PA
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Mount Lebanon, PA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Willow Grove, PA to Mount Lebanon, PA covers 303 miles and takes about 5h 52m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Easton Road, PATP, I 276 West for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $50.23 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
151.5 miles from Willow Grove, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 56m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 52m. Total distance: 303 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 5h 52m drive with frequent turns across 303 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Easton 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. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 5h 52m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Willow Grove, PA to Mount Lebanon, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Easton Road | — | — |
| PATP | — | — |
| I 276 West | — | — |
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | — | — |
| US 30 | — | — |
| US 30 West | — | — |
| Lincoln Highway | — | — |
| Lincoln Way | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Easton Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Willow Grove, PA and Mount Lebanon, PA.
1
Start on the route
33 ft
·
4 sec
·
the route
2
Turn right onto Easton Road
115 ft
·
4 sec
·
Easton Road
3
Keep slight left to continue on Easton Road
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Easton Road
4
Take the exit slight right toward PATP
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
·
PATP
5
Keep slight right to continue on I 276 West: Harrisburg
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
I 276 West: Harrisburg
6
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
276 mi
·
5 hr
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
7
Take the exit slight right toward US 30: Irwin, McKeesport
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
US 30: Irwin, McKeesport
8
Keep slight left to continue on US 30 West: Pittsburgh
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
US 30 West: Pittsburgh
9
Merge slight left onto Lincoln Highway
3.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Lincoln Highway
10
Turn left onto Lincoln Way
6.2 mi
·
11 min
·
Lincoln Way
11
Turn left onto 5th Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
5th Avenue
12
Turn straight onto Lysle Boulevard
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Lysle Boulevard
13
Continue on Jerome Street Bridge
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Jerome Street Bridge
14
Continue on West 5th Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West 5th Avenue
15
Keep slight left to continue on West 5th Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West 5th Avenue
16
Continue on Richland Avenue
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
·
Richland Avenue
17
Continue on Pittsburgh McKeesport Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
47 sec
·
Pittsburgh McKeesport Boulevard
18
Turn slight left onto Lebanon Church Road
3.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Lebanon Church Road
19
Continue on Curry Hollow Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Curry Hollow Road
20
Continue on Brownsville Road
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Brownsville Road
21
Turn right onto Broughton Road
2.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Broughton Road
22
Turn right onto Library Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Library Road
23
Turn left onto Connor Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Connor Road
24
Turn right onto Washington Road
390 ft
·
16 sec
·
Washington Road
25
Turn right
157 ft
·
14 sec
26
Turn right
236 ft
·
17 sec
27
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 151.5 miles from Willow Grove, PA, or about 2h 56m 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 67 miles or 1h 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 151.5 miles or 2h 56m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 49m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Mount Lebanon, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Willow Grove, 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 Willow Grove, PA
This is one driving day of about 303 miles and 5h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 67 miles from Willow Grove, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 151.5 mi from Willow Grove, PA · 2h 56m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
152 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 67 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 151.5 miles from Willow Grove, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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
$50.23 one way
$100.47 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
106 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $55.02 | $110.03 |
| premium | $4.93 | $58.76 | $117.53 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $66.90 | $133.80 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$50
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$75–$100
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 106 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $32 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 90.9 | 1 | $31.81 | $14.54 |
| Efficient EV | 75.8 | 0 | $26.51 | $12.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 121.2 | 1 | $42.42 | $19.39 |
Gas CO2
106 kg
EV CO2
35 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
Mount Lebanon, PA
Morning in Mount Lebanon on Friday
Local time
10:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
73°F
Hancock, MD
152 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
3 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
5h 52m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Willow Grove, PA to Mount Lebanon, PA covers 303 miles and takes about 5h 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Easton Road, PATP, I 276 West. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 151.5 miles from Willow Grove, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $50.23 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 5h 52m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Willow Grove, PA to Mount Lebanon, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Willow Grove, PA to Mount Lebanon, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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