This 253.9-mile journey from Eden, PA to Upper Darby, PA will take approximately 5 hours and 1 minute of driving time. Primarily utilizing the Keystone Shortway, Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, and Mid-County Expressway, this drive offers a mixed driving experience. With a fuel cost estimated at $42, it's a manageable one-day trip, fitting comfortably within a single day of travel. The route stays within the Northeast region of Pennsylvania, providing a consistent regional feel throughout your drive. Plan for one stop to break up the journey and ensure a comfortable pace.
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
127 miles from Eden, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 30m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 1m. Total distance: 253.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a mixed drive on this route, with 34% of the journey on highways. You'll experience a significant 153.1-mile stretch on the Keystone Shortway, offering a substantial period of consistent travel. As you progress, the road character will shift, blending faster highway segments with other types of roadways. This variation means you won't be on a monotonous interstate for the entire 5-hour duration, offering a dynamic driving experience.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Keystone Shortway is the longest continuous segment at about 153.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.3 miles in near PA 879 / Shawville Croft Highway.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 253.9 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.3 miles (PA 879 / Shawville Croft Highway): Navigation decision point; at 160.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 161.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
3.3 mi into trip|~12m in|PA 879 / Shawville Croft Highway
At end of road, turn right onto PA 879 / Shawville Croft Highway
Navigation decision point
5
160.6 mi into trip|~3h 7m in
Take the exit toward PA 940, PATP, I 476: Wilkes-Barre, Allentown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward PA 940, PATP, I 476: Wilkes-Barre, Allen...
6
161.5 mi into trip|~3h 9m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 476 South: Allentown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 476 South: Allentown
7
236.6 mi into trip|~4h 31m in|I 476; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Keep slight left at fork onto I 476; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
8
247.7 mi into trip|~4h 46m in
Take the exit toward PA 3: Upper Darby, Broomall
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: Upper Darby, Broomall
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Eden, PA and Upper Darby, PA, road signs point toward Patp and Allentown.
Patp
160.6 mi in|~3h 7m
Allentown
160.6 mi in|~3h 7m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Keystone Shortway
153.1 mi
2h 47m
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
75.1 mi
1h 21m
Mid-County Expressway
10.8 mi
14m
Shawville Highway
3.7 mi
6m
Lansdowne Avenue
3 mi
8m
Trout Run Road
2.8 mi
10m
West Chester Pike
2.5 mi
5m
Eden Road
0.5 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Keystone Shortway
— 153.1 mi, about 2h 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eden, PA and Upper Darby, PA.
1
Start on Eden Road
0.5 mi·1 min·Eden Road
2
Continue on Trout Run Road
2.8 mi·10 min·Trout Run Road
3
At end of road, turn right onto PA 879
397 ft·14 sec·Shawville Croft Highway
4
Turn left onto PA 970
3.7 mi·6 min·Shawville Highway
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi·42 sec
6
Merge onto I 80
153 mi·2 hr 47 min·Keystone Shortway
7
Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Toward PA 940, PATP, I 476: Wilkes-Barre, Allentown
Exit 9Toward PA 3: Upper Darby, BroomallUse the slight right lane.
15
Turn left onto PA 3
2.5 mi·5 min·West Chester Pike
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
16
Turn slight right onto Darby Road
471 ft·13 sec·Darby Road
Use the right lane.
17
Continue on Lansdowne Avenue
3.0 mi·8 min·Lansdowne Avenue
Use the straight lane.
18
Turn right onto West Providence Road
0.3 mi·39 sec·West Providence Road
19
Arrive at destination
West Providence Road
Trip Plan
For this 5-hour drive, consider an early morning departure to maximize your daylight hours and avoid potential traffic, especially as you approach Upper Darby. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in choosing your break point, but ensure it's strategically placed to refresh you for the longest stretch. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the $42 estimated cost indicates a significant portion of the drive is on higher-speed roads where fuel consumption can increase. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 153.1 miles on the Keystone Shortway, so plan your fuel and rest stops accordingly before embarking on that segment.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 127 miles from Eden, PA, or about 2h 30m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 153.1 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 56 miles or 1h 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 127 miles or 2h 30m 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
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 Eden, 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 Eden, PA
This is one driving day of about 253.9 miles and 5h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 56 miles from Eden, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Keystone Shortway for about 153.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 127 mi from Eden, PA
· 2h 30m into the drive
The midpoint is around 127 miles from Eden, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel check
Top up before Keystone Shortway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 153.1 miles.
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.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Independence National Historical Park
National Historical Park
The park represents the founding ideals of the nation, and preserves national and international symbols of freedom and democracy, including Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell. The Declaration of I...
Visit the house where wounded Polish freedom fighter Thaddeus Kosciuszko lived and hear how this brilliant military engineer designed successful fortifications during the American Revolution. See the...
7 mi from route
~17 min detour
Free
near mile 253.9
Valley Forge is the place where George Washington and the Continental Army took refuge during the winter of 1777-1778. Today the park protects 3,500 acres of meadows, woodlands, historic landscapes, a...
7 mi from route
~19 min detour
Free
near mile 245.1
Famous as the First State to ratify the Constitution, Delaware was born out of a conflict among three world powers for dominance of the Delaware Valley. From this beginning, the region developed a dis...
17 mi from route
~42 min detour
Free
near mile 253.9
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$40.84 one way
$81.69 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg89 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.60
$45.97
$91.94
premium
$4.95
$49.52
$99.04
diesel
$5.98
$59.78
$119.55
Estimated Tolls: $9.76
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(75.1 mi)$9.76
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$41
Tolls
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$76–$101
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 88.8 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $27 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
76.2
0
$26.66
$12.19
Efficient EV
63.5
0
$22.22
$10.16
EV Truck/SUV
101.6
1
$35.55
$16.25
Gas CO2
89 kg
EV CO2
30 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 15, 2026
Origin
Eden, PA
Morning
in Eden on Saturday
Local time
6:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Upper Darby, PA
Morning
in Upper Darby on Saturday
Local time
6:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
76°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
12 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
5h 1m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Eden, PA to Upper Darby, PA covers 253.9 miles and takes about 5h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Keystone Shortway, Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, Mid-County Expressway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 127 miles from Eden, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $40.84 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 253.9 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.3 miles (PA 879 / Shawville Croft Highway): Navigation decision point; at 160.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 161.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Between Eden, PA and Upper Darby, PA, road signs point toward Patp and Allentown.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Independence National Historical Park, Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial and Valley Forge National Historical Park. There are 4 parks within detour distance of this route.
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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
