How far is McMurray, PA from Catasauqua, PA?

The estimated driving distance from McMurray, PA to Catasauqua, PA is about 287.5 miles (462.7 km), with a travel time of about 05h 02m by car.

  • This page is using an estimated road distance while the full route geometry is refreshed.
  • The straight-line flight distance is about 243.6 miles (392.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 04m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
Road route is being refreshed. This page currently uses an estimated driving distance until a routing provider returns the full road geometry.
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Quick Snapshot
Road
287.51 mi
05h 02m · estimated
Flight
243.66 mi
392.13 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
243.66 mi
Kilometers
392.13 km
Flight Time
00h 29m

Driving Distance

Estimated road route
287.51 mi
Estimated
Kilometers
462.71 km
Drive Time
05h 02m

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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 02m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Catasauqua
Sat, Apr 11, 2:44 AM EDT
Return by in McMurray
Sat, Apr 11, 7:47 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave McMurray
2026-04-10T21:42
Arrive Catasauqua
Sat, Apr 11, 2:44 AM EDT
Route Timing
05h 02m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
11:02 AM to 1:02 PM EDT

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

Leave by
6:56 AM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in McMurray
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
McVeytown
PA

Borough of Pennsylvania

From McMurray
121.9 mi
02h 31m
To Catasauqua
165.7 mi
02h 31m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
75°F
Friday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Fri, Apr 10 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
7 to 15 mph SW
Destination
68°F
Friday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Fri, Apr 10 2:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 10 mph SW

Driving Route Map

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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between McMurray and Catasauqua.

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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
05h 02m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
10h 04m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+43.9 mi
243.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
McVeytown
02h 31m from McMurray
Leave By
6:56 AM EDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving McMurray and Mostly Sunny near Catasauqua.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from McMurray to Catasauqua?

The road trip is about 287.5 miles (462.7 km) and usually takes 05h 02m 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?

McVeytown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 121.9 miles from McMurray and 165.7 miles from Catasauqua.

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

The direct path is about 243.6 miles (392.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 43.9 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 6:56 AM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $41.43 one way or $82.86 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 90.1 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around McMurray and Mostly Sunny near Catasauqua.

Stop Ideas Near McVeytown

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

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around McVeytown, 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 McVeytown.

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Lewistown

17 mi away
150 Helen Street
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Huntingdon

23 mi away
Fourth and Allegheny Sts.
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Tyrone

46 mi away
Pennsylvania Ave and West 10th St.
RAIL

Altoona Transportation Center

56 mi away
1231 11th Avenue

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between McMurray and Catasauqua. Straight-line distance: 243.66 mi (392.13 km).

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#1 McMurray

Census-designated place in Peters Township, Washington County, Pennsylvania (USA)

Population66,573
Coordinates40.2778500, -80.0839400
Altitude305
CountryUnited States
Catasauqua

#2 Catasauqua

Borough of Pennsylvania

Population6,606
Coordinates40.6548200, -75.4746300
Altitude95
CountryUnited States
Start: McMurray (-80.08394, 40.27785)
End: Catasauqua (-75.47463, 40.65482)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 463 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)09h 34m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)07h 11m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)05h 45m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)04h 47m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)04h 06m
80 mph (129 km/h)03h 35m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
10.14 gal
38.4 L · about $41.43
Round trip
$82.86
20.28 gal · 76.8 L
Estimated CO2
90.1 kg one way
Round trip: 180.2 kg / 397 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.09 $41.43 $82.86
Mid-grade $4.60 $46.63 $93.27
Premium $4.95 $50.23 $100.47
Diesel $5.98 $60.64 $121.27

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 · Apr 11, 2026

There is no time difference between McMurray and Catasauqua. The current time is 21:42:12.

Distance to Other Cities

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