Athens, Ohio to Pittsburgh: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Athens, Ohio from Pittsburgh?

The distance from Athens, Ohio to Pittsburgh is 135.5 miles (218 km) as the crow flies. Pittsburgh is located NE of Athens, Ohio. By car, the driving distance is approximately 169.3 miles, taking about 3h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. Both are located in United States — Athens, Ohio in Ohio and Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Athens, Ohio and Pittsburgh. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.