Pa. Turnpike Restores Normal Speed Limits from Ohio Border to Blue Mountain Interchange

The Pennsylvania Turnpike has lifted the speed limit restriction only for the western part of the toll road between the Ohio border and the Blue Mountain Exit #201 effective immediately. That means traffic can now move at normal posted speed limits of 65 mph in most areas (55 mph near the tunnels) along the western 201 mile stretch of Turnpike.

The 45 mph speed limit is still in effect from the Blue Mountain Interchange in Cumberland County eastward to the New Jersey line as well as the Northeastern Extension (I-476).

In addition, the Turnpike has also lifted the right-lane-only restriction for all commercial vehicles (trucks) between the Donegal Interchange (Exit 91) and the Blue Mountain Tunnel (milepost 200). However, that restriction still remains in place for eastern parts of the Turnpike from the Morgantown Interchange (Exit 298) east to the Delaware River Bridge (Exit 359) and on the Northeastern Extension (I-476) from Mid County (Exit 20) to Clarks Summit (Exit 131).

Turnpike travelers can get up-to-date travel information by calling 866.976.TRIP (or 866.976.8747). This toll-free number gives audio advisories for the region in which you are traveling, including delays and closures due to accidents or weather. To check conditions before you hit the road, the Turnpike's Interactive Travel Map at www.paturnpike.com/webmap delivers a snapshot of conditions across the entire Turnpike, including live web cams, at-a-glance traffic-flow status, weather conditions, audio advisories and more.

To report Turnpike emergencies, dial *11 on your mobile phone.