How far is Chippewa, PA from Pittsburgh, PA?

Fastest route

The route from Chippewa Township, Pennsylvania, USA to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA is approximately 40.7 miles and takes about 48 minutes via I-376 E.

Directions

  1. πŸ›£οΈ Head south on Shenango Rd toward Gilliland Ave (0.3 mi).
  2. πŸ›£οΈ Turn left onto McLanahan Dr (0.4 mi).
  3. πŸ›£οΈ Turn right onto Emmet Dr (0.2 mi).
  4. πŸ›£οΈ Turn right onto PA-51 S and use the right lane to merge onto I-376 E via the ramp to Pittsburgh (253 ft).
  5. πŸ›£οΈ Merge onto I-376 E and continue for approximately 38.8 miles.
  6. πŸ›£οΈ Use the left lane to take exit 71A for Grant St (0.1 mi).
  7. πŸ›£οΈ Continue onto Grant St (0.4 mi).

Tips & Suggestions

  • πŸš— Plan your journey in advance to ensure a smooth travel experience.
  • β›½ Consider refueling your vehicle before embarking on the trip.
  • πŸ•’ Check for real-time traffic updates to avoid any potential delays.
  • πŸ—ΊοΈ Carry a map or use a GPS navigation system for guidance.
  • 🚧 Observe traffic signs and follow the rules of the road.
  • πŸ“ž Have emergency contact numbers handy in case of any unforeseen circumstances.
  • πŸ“ Enjoy the scenic drive and explore attractions along the way.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
208.92 mi
03h 42m
Flight
177.03 mi
284.91 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
177.03 mi
Kilometers
284.91 km
Flight Time
00h 21m

Driving Distance

Road route
208.92 mi
Kilometers
336.23 km
Drive Time
03h 42m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 03h 42m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Pittsburgh
Thu, Apr 23, 2:34 AM EDT
Return by in Chippewa
Thu, Apr 23, 6:17 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Chippewa
2026-04-22T22:51
Arrive Pittsburgh
Thu, Apr 23, 2:34 AM EDT
Route Timing
03h 42m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:43 AM to 11:43 AM EDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
9:34 AM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Chippewa
9:00 PM EDT
Early departure recommended

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Tyrone
PA

Borough in Blair County, Pennsylvania, United States

From Chippewa
106.7 mi
01h 51m
To Pittsburgh
102.2 mi
01h 51m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
68Β°F
Wednesday

Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
2 to 6 mph SW
Destination
70Β°F
Wednesday

Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
9 mph W

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Chippewa and Pittsburgh.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Chippewa and Pittsburgh.

  1. 1

    Start on Chippewa Road

    33 m Β· 12 sec Β· Chippewa Road

  2. 2

    Turn sharp left onto Beacon Light Road

    1.5 km Β· 2 min Β· Beacon Light Road

  3. 3

    Turn right onto East Lime Bluff Road

    3130 ft Β· 2 min Β· East Lime Bluff Road

  4. 4

    Turn left onto John Brady Drive

    1261 ft Β· 20 sec Β· John Brady Drive

  5. 5

    Continue on North Main Street

    1.8 mi Β· 3 min Β· North Main Street

  6. 6

    Continue on Susquehanna Trail Road

    1313 ft Β· 26 sec Β· Susquehanna Trail Road

  7. 7

    Take the ramp slight right

    1876 ft Β· 46 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left

    9.7 mi Β· 11 min

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward I 80 West: Bellefonte

    1 km Β· 58 sec

  10. 10

    Merge slight left onto Keystone Shortway

    50.6 mi Β· 55 min Β· Keystone Shortway

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight right toward I 99 South, US 220 South, PA 26: Bellefonte

    1410 ft Β· 54 sec

  12. 12

    Turn left onto Jacksonville Road

    24.2 mi Β· 28 min Β· Jacksonville Road

  13. 13

    Keep slight left to continue on I 99 South, US 220 South: Port Matilda, Altoona

    33.8 mi Β· 37 min

  14. 14

    Take the exit slight right toward US 22: Ebensburg, Hollidaysburg

    1.3 km Β· 2 min

  15. 15

    Continue straight

    2791 ft Β· 43 sec

  16. 16

    Continue on William Penn Highway

    16.5 mi Β· 19 min Β· William Penn Highway

  17. 17

    Continue on Admiral Peary Highway

    13.4 mi Β· 19 min Β· Admiral Peary Highway

  18. 18

    Continue on William Penn Highway

    44.8 mi Β· 1 hr 6 min Β· William Penn Highway

  19. 19

    Keep slight right to continue on Penn-Lincoln Parkway East

    13.5 mi Β· 18 min Β· Penn-Lincoln Parkway East

  20. 20

    Take the exit slight right toward Second Avenue

    1137 ft Β· 39 sec

  21. 21

    Turn straight onto Second Avenue

    1376 ft Β· 42 sec Β· Second Avenue

  22. 22

    At the end of the road, turn right onto Ross Street

    978 ft Β· 32 sec Β· Ross Street

  23. 23

    Turn left onto Fifth Avenue

    107 m Β· 10 sec Β· Fifth Avenue

  24. 24

    Turn right onto Grant Street

    157 m Β· 22 sec Β· Grant Street

  25. 25

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m Β· 1 sec Β· Grant Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Chippewa and Pittsburgh.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
25 steps
8 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
7
2 merges, 5 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
12 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
William Penn Highway
61.2 mi Β· 29%
Keystone Shortway
50.6 mi Β· 24%
I 99 South
34.1 mi Β· 16%
Jacksonville Road
24.2 mi Β· 12%
Penn-Lincoln Parkway East
13.5 mi Β· 6%
Admiral Peary Highway
13.4 mi Β· 6%
Longest Stretch

Keystone Shortway

Merge slight left onto Keystone Shortway

50.6 mi Β· 00h 55m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A longer out-and-back drive

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

Drive Time
03h 42m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
07h 26m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+31.9 mi
177 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Tyrone
01h 51m from Chippewa
Leave By
9:34 AM EDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Chance Rain Showers leaving Chippewa and Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms near Pittsburgh.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Chippewa to Pittsburgh?

The road trip is about 208.9 miles (336.2 km) and usually takes 03h 42m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Tyrone is a useful midpoint, sitting about 106.7 miles from Chippewa and 102.2 miles from Pittsburgh.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 177 miles (284.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 31.9 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.

When is the best time to leave for this route?

A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:34 AM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $30.11 one way or $60.23 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 65.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Chippewa and Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms near Pittsburgh.

Stop Ideas Near Tyrone

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Tyrone, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Tyrone.

RAIL

Tyrone

Pennsylvania Ave and West 10th St.
RAIL

Altoona Transportation Center

22 mi away
1231 11th Avenue
RAIL

Huntingdon

28 mi away
Fourth and Allegheny Sts.
RAIL

Lewistown

56 mi away
150 Helen Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Chippewa and Pittsburgh. Straight-line distance: 177.03 mi (284.91 km).

Chippewa

#1 Chippewa

Township in Beaver County, Pennsylvania

Population7,506
Coordinates41.2378600, -76.7769000
Altitude164
CountryUnited States
Pittsburgh

#2 Pittsburgh

The second most populous city in Pennsylvania and the center of the Pittsburgh metropolitan area.

Population299,226
Coordinates40.4406200, -79.9958900
Altitude233
CountryUnited States
Start: Chippewa Road (-76.777244, 41.237555)
End: Grant Street (-79.995923, 40.440633)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 336 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)06h 57m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)05h 13m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)04h 10m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 28m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 59m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 36m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
7.37 gal
27.91 L Β· about $30.11
Round trip
$60.23
14.74 gal Β· 55.82 L
Estimated CO2
65.5 kg one way
Round trip: 131 kg / 289 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.09 $30.11 $60.23
Mid-grade $4.60 $33.89 $67.79
Premium $4.95 $36.51 $73.02
Diesel $5.98 $44.07 $88.15

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Pennsylvania Β· Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Chippewa and Pittsburgh. The current time is 22:51:31.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.