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Trip from Boothwyn, PA to Haverford, PA

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

34m

Distance

19.7 mi

32 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$3

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 9 min
4 AM
0h 31m ★
6 AM
0h 34m
8 AM
0h 40m
10 AM
0h 36m
12 PM
0h 36m
3 PM
0h 37m
5 PM
0h 40m
8 PM
0h 33m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Boothwyn, PA, PA

Boothwyn, PA

Haneul Trac

Trip Overview

Boothwyn, PA to Haverford, PA is 19.7 miles and takes about 34 minutes via Mid-County Expressway, with a fuel budget near $3 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Pennsylvania and the Northeast region, offering a straightforward drive for a quick transition between two points. Given its short duration, it’s ideal for a same-day journey without needing an overnight stay. Expect a primarily highway-focused experience, making it efficient for getting from point A to point B with minimal fuss. This route is best suited for those prioritizing speed and directness over a leisurely scenic tour.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Mid-County Expressway 8.2 mi 11m
Delaware Expressway 5.2 mi 7m
West Ardmore Avenue 2.2 mi 4m
Ellis Road 1.1 mi 2m
Chichester Avenue 0.5 mi 1m
Lawrence Road 0.3 mi <1m
West Chester Pike 0.3 mi <1m
Woodside Road 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Mid-County Expressway — 8.2 mi, about 11m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Boothwyn, PA and Haverford, PA.

1

Start on this road

228 ft · 19 sec · this road
2

Turn right onto 3rd Avenue

176 ft · 9 sec · 3rd Avenue
3

Turn right onto Meetinghouse Road

0.1 mi · 29 sec · Meetinghouse Road
4

Turn right onto Chichester Avenue

0.5 mi · 1 min · Chichester Avenue
5

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 30 sec
Toward I 95 North: Philadelphia Use the right lane.
6

Merge onto I 95

2.4 mi · 3 min · Delaware Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95

2.8 mi · 3 min · Delaware Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min
Exit 7 Toward I 476 North: Plymouth Meeting Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 37 sec
Toward I 476 North: Plymouth Meeting Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Continue on I 476

8.2 mi · 11 min · Mid-County Expressway
11

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 47 sec
Exit 9 Toward PA 3: Broomall, Upper Darby Use the slight right lane.
12

Turn right onto PA 3

0.3 mi · 40 sec · West Chester Pike
Use the right lane.
13

Turn left onto Lawrence Road

0.3 mi · 46 sec · Lawrence Road
Use the left lane.
14

Turn left onto Ellis Road

1.1 mi · 2 min · Ellis Road
15

Turn left onto West Ardmore Avenue

2.2 mi · 4 min · West Ardmore Avenue
16

Turn left onto US 30

0.2 mi · 41 sec · West Lancaster Avenue
17

Turn right onto Woodside Road

0.2 mi · 47 sec · Woodside Road
18

Turn left onto Winsor Lane

343 ft · 18 sec · Winsor Lane
19

Turn left

10 ft · 0 sec
20

Arrive at destination

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 17

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.7 and 15.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7
0.7 mi into trip | ~2m in

Take the ramp toward I 95 North: Philadelphia

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane. Toward I 95 North: Philadelphia
7
6.1 mi into trip | ~9m in

Take the exit toward I 476 North: Plymouth Meeting

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 7 Toward I 476 North: Plymouth Meeting
7
6.6 mi into trip | ~10m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 476 North: Plymouth Meeting

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 476 North: Plymouth Meeting
8
15.1 mi into trip | ~22m in

Take the exit toward PA 3: Broomall, Upper Darby

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 9 Toward PA 3: Broomall, Upper Darby
7
15.4 mi into trip | ~23m in | PA 3 / West Chester Pike

Turn right onto PA 3 / West Chester Pike

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$3.27 one way

$6.53 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 7 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $3.58 $7.15
premium $4.93 $3.82 $7.64
diesel $5.61 $4.35 $8.70

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$3

Estimated CO2 emission: 6.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 5.9 0 $2.07 $0.95
Efficient EV 4.9 0 $1.72 $0.79
EV Truck/SUV 7.9 0 $2.76 $1.26

Gas CO2

7 kg

EV CO2

2 kg (71% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026

Origin

Boothwyn, PA

Afternoon in Boothwyn on Saturday

Local time

3:11 PM

EDT

Current temp

75°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Haverford, PA

Afternoon in Haverford on Saturday

Local time

3:11 PM

EDT

Current temp

75°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

34m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 68% of the journey taking place on major expressways. You'll experience a significant stretch of 8.2 miles on the Mid-County Expressway, setting a fast-paced tone for a good portion of the trip. While the main roads include the Delaware Expressway and West Ardmore Avenue, the overall character remains geared towards efficient travel. Expect smooth, relatively uninterrupted driving for most of the 34-minute duration, making it a practical choice for straightforward transit.

68% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 8.2 mi on Mid-County Expressway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Mid-County Expressway and Delaware Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in.

Driving Effort 8/10

Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a short but busy drive. With 17 decision points packed into just 19.7 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 34m.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 6.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Boothwyn, PA to Haverford, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Upper Darby along the way.

Upper Darby

15.1 mi in | ~22m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 34m. Total distance: 19.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

34m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (68%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 8.2 miles on Mid-County Expressway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Haverford, PA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 6.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes — First State National Historical Park, Independence National Historical Park and Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial (4 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Haverford, PA before heading back.

How this page is built

Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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