Drive Time
5h 55m
Distance
298.6 mi
Route Type
Turn-heavy local drive
Long day tripSame Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$48
one way
The drive from Dunkard, PA to Haverford, PA covers 298.6 miles and takes about 5h 55m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Taylortown Road, Bobtown Road, Holbert Stretch for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $48.03 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
149.3 miles from Dunkard, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 57m into the drive .
Expect a 5h 55m drive with frequent turns across 298.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Taylortown Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Bobtown Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Holbert Stretch | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Eighty Eight Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Power Plant Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Morgantown Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Morgantown Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Dunkard, PA and Haverford, PA.
Start on Shelby Lane
Turn right onto Taylortown Road
Continue on Taylortown Road
At the end of the road, turn left onto Bobtown Road
Turn right onto Holbert Stretch
Continue on South Eighty Eight Road
Continue on Power Plant Road
At the end of the road, turn left onto South Main Street
Continue straight
Keep slight left to continue on Morgantown Road
Continue on Morgantown Street
Continue on Morgantown Road
Turn right onto Big Six Road
Turn left
Continue on Mon-Fayette Expressway
Continue on Mon/Fayette Expressway
Continue straight
Take the exit straight
Turn straight onto Pleasant Valley Road
Turn right
Turn slight left
Turn left
Take the ramp slight left toward PATP, I 70, I 76
Keep slight right
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
Take the exit slight right toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia
Take the exit slight right toward PA 320: Gulph Mills
Keep slight right to continue on PA 320 South: Villanova
Turn straight onto South Gulph Road
Continue on West Montgomery Avenue
Turn left onto Woodside Road
Turn left onto Winsor Lane
Turn left
Arrive at your destination
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 1h 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 149.3 miles or 2h 57m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Haverford, PA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Dunkard, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Dunkard, PA
This is one driving day of about 298.6 miles and 5h 55m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 149.3 mi from Dunkard, PA · 2h 57m into the drive
Late stop town
Meal stop
149 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 149.3 miles from Dunkard, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Haverford, 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 Haverford, PA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$48.03 one way
$96.07 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $54.07 | $108.13 |
| premium | $4.95 | $58.24 | $116.48 |
| diesel | $5.98 | $70.30 | $140.60 |
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$48
Meals (1 day)
$25–$50
Total
$73–$98
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 104.5 kg one way.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in Dunkard on Saturday
Local time
4:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Haverford on Saturday
Local time
4:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Forecast unavailable right now
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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