Origin
Bridgewater, PA
Late night in Bridgewater on Wednesday
Local time
12:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bridgewater, PA to Upper Darby, PA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
21m
Distance
9.4 mi
15 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 19m
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6 AM
0h 21m
8 AM
0h 25m
10 AM
0h 23m
12 PM
0h 22m
3 PM
0h 23m
5 PM
0h 25m
8 PM
0h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bridgewater, PA
Michael Taccetta
Trip Overview
The drive from Bridgewater, PA to Upper Darby, PA covers 9.4 miles and takes about 21m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Baltimore Pike, West Brookhaven Road, South Springfield Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 3.3 miles on Baltimore Pike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $1.56 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
4.7 miles from Bridgewater, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 11m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 21m drive with frequent turns across 9.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 8 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Baltimore Pike is the longest continuous segment at about 3.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near West Brookhaven Road.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 21m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (West Brookhaven Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 4.1 miles (Baltimore Pike): Navigation decision point; at 8.1 miles (South Springfield Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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West Brookhaven Road
Turn sharp left onto West Brookhaven Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
3
4.1 mi into trip
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~10m in
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Baltimore Pike
Turn right onto Baltimore Pike
Navigation decision point
5
8.1 mi into trip
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~18m in
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South Springfield Road
Turn right onto South Springfield Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
3
9 mi into trip
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~20m in
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East Providence Road
Turn left onto East Providence Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Baltimore Pike | 3.3 mi | 6m |
| West Brookhaven Road | 3.2 mi | 7m |
| South Springfield Road | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Turner Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| West Baltimore Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| East Providence Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Bridgewater Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West Providence Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Baltimore Pike
— 3.3 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bridgewater, PA and Upper Darby, PA.
1
Start on Bridgewater Road
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
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Bridgewater Road
2
Turn sharp left onto West Brookhaven Road
3.2 mi
·
7 min
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West Brookhaven Road
3
Continue on Turner Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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Turner Road
4
Turn right onto Baltimore Pike
3.3 mi
·
6 min
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Baltimore Pike
5
Continue on West Baltimore Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Baltimore Avenue
Use the straight lane.
6
Turn right onto South Springfield Road
0.9 mi
·
2 min
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South Springfield Road
Use the right lane.
7
Turn left onto East Providence Road
0.4 mi
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1 min
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East Providence Road
8
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 4.7 miles from Bridgewater, PA, or about 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 3.3 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 9.4 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 4.7 miles or 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 18m
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 Bridgewater, 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 Bridgewater, PA
This is one driving day of about 9.4 miles and 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bridgewater, 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 Baltimore Pike for about 3.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 4.7 mi from Bridgewater, PA · 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
5 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 9.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 4.7 miles from Bridgewater, 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
$1.56 one way
$3.12 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $1.71 | $3.41 |
| premium | $4.93 | $1.82 | $3.65 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.08 | $4.15 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.8 | 0 | $0.99 | $0.45 |
| Efficient EV | 2.4 | 0 | $0.82 | $0.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.8 | 0 | $1.32 | $0.60 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Late night in Upper Darby on Wednesday
Local time
12:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
82°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
21m 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 Bridgewater, PA to Upper Darby, PA covers 9.4 miles and takes about 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Baltimore Pike, West Brookhaven Road, South Springfield Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4.7 miles from Bridgewater, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.56 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 is a straightforward 21m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (West Brookhaven Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 4.1 miles (Baltimore Pike): Navigation decision point; at 8.1 miles (South Springfield Road): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Bridgewater, PA to Upper Darby, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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