Origin
Bridgeville, PA
Morning in Bridgeville on Wednesday
Local time
8:06 AM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bridgeville, PA to Upper Darby, PA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
2h 19m
Distance
83.6 mi
135 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 10m
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6 AM
2h 19m
8 AM
2h 39m
10 AM
2h 26m
12 PM
2h 24m
3 PM
2h 27m
5 PM
2h 38m
8 PM
2h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bridgeville, PA
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Trip Overview
Spanning 83.6 miles across Pennsylvania, this journey from Bridgeville to Upper Darby is an ideal one-day excursion. You should budget approximately 2 hours and 19 minutes of active driving time to complete the trip. Because the route avoids major interstates entirely, you will be navigating local roads for the duration of your travel. Expect to spend roughly $13 on fuel for the trek, making it a budget-friendly option for your schedule. Since the entire drive takes place within the Northeast region, you will experience a consistent cultural and geographic landscape from start to finish. It is a straightforward trip that fits easily into a single day of travel.
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
41.8 miles from Bridgeville, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 11m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate grind, as this route features zero highway miles. You will spend your time navigating Old Bridgeville Road, Furnace Road, and Delta Road, keeping your focus on the winding local path ahead. Because there are no long, uninterrupted highway stretches, the drive requires constant engagement and careful attention to the road's changing direction. The lack of high-speed corridors means your pace will be dictated by the local infrastructure throughout the entire 83.6-mile journey. This is a hands-on driving experience that prioritizes local navigation over fast-paced travel.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 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 17.2 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 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2 miles in near PA 425 / Furnace Road.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 83.6 miles you will encounter 9 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 2 miles (PA 425 / Furnace Road): Navigation decision point; at 12 miles (PA 74 / Delta Road): Navigation decision point; at 42 miles (US 1 / Kennett-Oxford Bypass): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
2 mi into trip
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~7m in
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PA 425 / Furnace Road
At end of road, turn left onto PA 425 / Furnace Road
Navigation decision point
5
12 mi into trip
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~25m in
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PA 74 / Delta Road
At end of road, turn left onto PA 74 / Delta Road
Navigation decision point
5
42 mi into trip
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~1h 12m 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
74.6 mi into trip
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~2h 2m 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
79.4 mi into trip
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~2h 9m 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 | 17.2 mi | 23m |
| East Baltimore Pike | 15.3 mi | 27m |
| Furnace Road | 10.1 mi | 18m |
| Holtwood Road | 9.6 mi | 13m |
| Kirkwood Pike | 8.9 mi | 12m |
| Media Bypass | 4.1 mi | 5m |
| Delta Road | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| Buck Road | 3.3 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
Kennett-Oxford Bypass
— 17.2 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bridgeville, PA and Upper Darby, PA.
1
Start on Green Branch Road
476 ft
·
20 sec
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Green Branch Road
2
Continue on Old Bridgeville Road
1.9 mi
·
7 min
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Old Bridgeville Road
3
At end of road, turn left onto PA 425
10 mi
·
18 min
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Furnace Road
4
At end of road, turn left onto PA 74
3.4 mi
·
5 min
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Delta Road
5
Turn left onto PA 372
9.6 mi
·
13 min
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Holtwood Road
6
Continue on Friendly Drive
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
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Friendly Drive
7
Continue on PA 372
3.3 mi
·
5 min
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Buck Road
8
Continue on PA 372
0.9 mi
·
2 min
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West State Street
9
Turn right onto PA 472
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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South Lime Street
10
Continue on PA 472
8.9 mi
·
12 min
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Kirkwood Pike
11
Continue on PA 472
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
West Lancaster Avenue
12
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward US 1 North: Kennett Square
13
Merge onto US 1
17 mi
·
23 min
·
Kennett-Oxford Bypass
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Continue on US 1
15 mi
·
27 min
·
East Baltimore Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
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.
16
Continue on US 1
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
State Road
Use the straight lane.
17
Take the exit
196 ft
·
6 sec
Use the right lane.
18
Turn straight onto West Springfield Road
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
West Springfield Road
19
Continue on North Springfield Road
1.6 mi
·
3 min
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North Springfield Road
20
Turn left onto East Providence Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East Providence Road
21
Arrive at destination
West Providence Road
Trip Plan
Given the local nature of these roads, flexibility is your greatest advantage when planning your departure time. Since this is a relatively short trip with no required stops, you can easily complete the drive in one go without needing to plan for long breaks. Keep in mind that Old Bridgeville Road serves as a primary segment of your travel, so ensure your vehicle is ready for a winding, non-highway route before you head out. Budgeting $13 for fuel should cover your needs, but verify your tank levels before leaving Bridgeville to avoid searching for stations along the local backroads. Taking this route during daylight hours is highly recommended to better navigate the turns effectively.
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 41.8 miles from Bridgeville, PA, or about 1h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 17.2 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 80 miles or 2h 11m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.8 miles or 1h 11m 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 56m
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 Bridgeville, 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 Bridgeville, PA
This is one driving day of about 83.6 miles and 2h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bridgeville, 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 17.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 41.8 mi from Bridgeville, PA · 1h 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
42 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 41.8 miles from Bridgeville, 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
$13.86 one way
$27.72 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $15.18 | $30.36 |
| premium | $4.93 | $16.21 | $32.43 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.46 | $36.92 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25.1 | 0 | $8.78 | $4.01 |
| Efficient EV | 20.9 | 0 | $7.31 | $3.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 33.4 | 0 | $11.70 | $5.35 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% 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
Morning in Upper Darby on Wednesday
Local time
8:06 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
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
15 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
2h 19m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Bridgeville, PA to Upper Darby, PA covers 83.6 miles and takes about 2h 19m 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, Furnace Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 41.8 miles from Bridgeville, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.86 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 83.6 miles you will encounter 9 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 2 miles (PA 425 / Furnace Road): Navigation decision point; at 12 miles (PA 74 / Delta Road): Navigation decision point; at 42 miles (US 1 / Kennett-Oxford Bypass): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Bridgeville, PA to Upper Darby, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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