Baltimore to Pittsburgh: Road Trip Guide & Distance

196.2 miles 315.8 km · straight line
248.4 miles actual route 399.7 km · driving distance
4h 54min estimated drive time
$24 - $29 estimated fuel cost
~54min flight time
295° WNW bearing direction

How far is Baltimore from Pittsburgh?

The distance from Baltimore to Pittsburgh is 196.2 miles (315.8 km) as the crow flies. Pittsburgh is located WNW of Baltimore. By car, the driving distance is approximately 248.4 miles, taking about 4h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. Both are located in United States — Baltimore in Maryland 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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. 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 Baltimore and Pittsburgh. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Baltimore to Pittsburgh

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 54min $24 - $29 Flexible stops
Fly ~54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 53min $20–$37* Budget
Train ~4h 39min $30–$87* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Baltimore & Pittsburgh

Quick Facts

Baltimore
39.29°N, 76.61°W
America/New_York
10m elevation
Pittsburgh
40.44°N, 80.00°W
America/New_York
367m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 65 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 126.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM