Cost to drive from Washington, D.C. to Pittsburgh
Driving from Washington, D.C. to Pittsburgh covers 242 miles (389 km) and takes about 4h 53min without stops. At District of Columbia's current fuel prices (week of 2026-07-20), the fuel for the trip costs about $33.98 in a typical petrol car — here's the full breakdown for petrol, diesel and electric.
| Location | Petrol/gal | Diesel/gal |
|---|---|---|
| Washington, D.C. | $4.22 | $5.54 |
| Pittsburgh | $4.24 | $5.56 |
Enter your fuel economy and see stops along the way.
How this cost is calculated
We take the real driving distance between Washington, D.C. and Pittsburgh (242 miles) from OpenStreetMap routing, then multiply by a typical car's fuel use and District of Columbia's current average pump price. The petrol figure assumes 30 MPG · 7.8 L/100km; diesel and EV use 35 MPG · 6.7 L/100km and 3.5 mi/kWh. Your real cost depends on your car, traffic, driving style and the stations you pick — use the planner for your exact numbers, and check live prices on the District of Columbia fuel prices page.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to drive from Washington, D.C. to Pittsburgh?
The drive is 242 miles (389 km) and takes about 4h 53min without stops. Fuel costs roughly $33.98 in an average petrol car, $38.27 in a diesel, and $11.74 in an electric car, using District of Columbia's current fuel prices.
How far is it from Washington, D.C. to Pittsburgh in miles and km?
About 242 miles or 389 kilometres by road — roughly 4h 53min of driving.
Is it cheaper to fill up in Washington, D.C. or Pittsburgh?
Petrol is cheaper in District of Columbia ($4.22/gal) than in Pennsylvania ($4.24/gal), so fill up before you leave.
How do I get the exact cost for my car?
Open the FuelWide route planner, enter your car's fuel economy, and it prices the trip on live data — and shows fuel or charging stops along the way.
Driving distance via OSRM / OpenStreetMap. Fuel prices are District of Columbia's current official averages; efficiency and electricity rate are typical estimates. Your figure will vary — use the planner for an exact result.