Origin
Benton, PA
Evening in Benton on Tuesday
Local time
6:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Benton, PA to Upper Darby, PA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 40m
Distance
59 mi
95 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 33m
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6 AM
1h 41m
8 AM
1h 56m
10 AM
1h 46m
12 PM
1h 45m
3 PM
1h 47m
5 PM
1h 55m
8 PM
1h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Benton, PA
Haneul Trac
Trip Overview
The drive from Benton, PA to Upper Darby, PA covers 59 miles and takes about 1h 40m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Kennett-Oxford Bypass, East Baltimore Pike, Nottingham Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 20.2 miles on Kennett-Oxford Bypass. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.78 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
29.5 miles from Benton, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 1h 40m drive with frequent turns across 59 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Kennett-Oxford Bypass is the longest continuous segment at about 20.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 miles in near Slate Hill Road.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 59 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles (Slate Hill Road): Navigation decision point; at 4.5 miles (US 222; PA 272 / Robert Fulton Highway): Navigation decision point; at 14.4 miles (US 1 / Kennett-Oxford Bypass): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
1.2 mi into trip
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~4m in
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Slate Hill Road
At end of road, turn left onto Slate Hill Road
Navigation decision point
5
4.5 mi into trip
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~12m in
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US 222; PA 272 / Robert Fulton Highway
At end of road, turn right onto US 222; PA 272 / Robert Fulton Highway
Navigation decision point
5
14.4 mi into trip
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~29m in
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US 1 / Kennett-Oxford Bypass
Merge onto US 1 / Kennett-Oxford Bypass
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
50 mi into trip
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~1h 24m in
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US 1 / Media Bypass
Keep slight right at fork onto US 1 / Media Bypass toward US 1 North: Springfield
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 1 North: Springfield
5
54.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 31m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Kennett-Oxford Bypass | 20.2 mi | 27m |
| East Baltimore Pike | 15.3 mi | 27m |
| Nottingham Road | 6.7 mi | 11m |
| Media Bypass | 4.1 mi | 5m |
| Furniss Road | 2.6 mi | 5m |
| West Christine Road | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| West Springfield Road | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| North Springfield Road | 1.6 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Kennett-Oxford Bypass
— 20.2 mi, about 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Benton, PA and Upper Darby, PA.
1
Start on Bald Eagle Road
0.2 mi
·
54 sec
·
Bald Eagle Road
2
Continue on Benton Hollow Road
1.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Benton Hollow Road
3
At end of road, turn left onto Slate Hill Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Slate Hill Road
4
Turn right onto Furniss Road
2.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Furniss Road
5
At end of road, turn right onto US 222; PA 272
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
Robert Fulton Highway
6
Turn left onto PA 272
6.7 mi
·
11 min
·
Nottingham Road
7
Continue on PA 272
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Christine Road
8
Keep slight right at fork onto PA 272
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
West Christine Road
9
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
10
Merge onto US 1
20 mi
·
27 min
·
Kennett-Oxford Bypass
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Continue on US 1
15 mi
·
27 min
·
East Baltimore Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto US 1
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Media Bypass
Toward US 1 North: Springfield
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on US 1
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
State Road
Use the straight lane.
14
Take the exit
196 ft
·
6 sec
Use the right lane.
15
Turn straight onto West Springfield Road
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
West Springfield Road
16
Continue on North Springfield Road
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
North Springfield Road
17
Turn left onto East Providence Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East Providence Road
18
Arrive at destination
West Providence Road
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 29.5 miles from Benton, PA, or about 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 20.2 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 59 miles or 1h 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 29.5 miles or 50m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Upper Darby, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Benton, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Benton, PA
This is one driving day of about 59 miles and 1h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Benton, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Kennett-Oxford Bypass for about 20.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.5 mi from Benton, PA · 50m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 59 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.5 miles from Benton, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Upper Darby, PA
The final approach into Upper Darby, PA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Upper Darby, PA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.78 one way
$19.56 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $10.71 | $21.43 |
| premium | $4.93 | $11.44 | $22.88 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.03 | $26.05 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.7 | 0 | $6.19 | $2.83 |
| Efficient EV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.16 | $2.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.6 | 0 | $8.26 | $3.78 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Upper Darby, PA
Evening in Upper Darby on Tuesday
Local time
6:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Partly Cloudy
S 10 mph
5% chance
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
26 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 40m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Benton, PA to Upper Darby, PA covers 59 miles and takes about 1h 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Kennett-Oxford Bypass, East Baltimore Pike, Nottingham Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.5 miles from Benton, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.78 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 59 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles (Slate Hill Road): Navigation decision point; at 4.5 miles (US 222; PA 272 / Robert Fulton Highway): Navigation decision point; at 14.4 miles (US 1 / Kennett-Oxford Bypass): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Benton, PA to Upper Darby, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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