Drive Time
6h 4m
Distance
311 mi
500 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$50
one way
Photo: Michael Taccetta
The drive from Emsworth, PA to Upper Darby, PA covers 311 miles and takes about 6h 4m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Ohio River Boulevard, I 279 South, US 19 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $50.03 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
155.5 miles from Emsworth, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 2m into the drive .
Expect a 6h 4m drive with frequent turns across 311 miles of local and secondary roads.
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.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 4m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Emsworth, PA to Upper Darby, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio River Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 279 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 19 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Fort Duquesne Bridge | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Downtown | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Downtown Pittsburgh | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Fort Pitt Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 376 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Emsworth, PA and Upper Darby, PA.
Start on Lowry Avenue
Turn right onto Ohio River Boulevard
Keep slight right to continue on I 279 South: Downtown Pittsburgh, Fort Pitt Bridge, Airport, Monroeville
Continue on US 19, PA 65: North Shore, Ohio River Boulevard
Continue on Fort Duquesne Bridge
Take the exit slight left toward Downtown, Monroeville
Keep slight left to continue on Downtown Pittsburgh
Continue on Fort Pitt Boulevard
Take the ramp straight toward I 376 East: Monroeville
Merge slight right onto Penn-Lincoln Parkway East
Take the exit slight right toward I 76, PATP: Ohio, Harrisburg
Continue straight
Keep slight right to continue on I 76 East: Harrisburg
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
Take the exit slight right toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia
Take the exit slight right toward I 476 South: Chester
Merge slight left onto Mid-County Expressway
Take the exit slight right toward PA 3: Upper Darby, Broomall
Turn left onto West Chester Pike
Turn slight right onto Darby Road
Continue on Lansdowne Avenue
Turn right onto West Providence Road
Arrive at your destination
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 155.5 miles or 3h 2m 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 58m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Upper Darby, PA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Emsworth, 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 Emsworth, PA
This is one driving day of about 311 miles and 6h 4m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 155.5 mi from Emsworth, PA · 3h 2m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
156 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 155.5 miles from Emsworth, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
Regular Gas
$50.03 one way
$100.06 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $56.31 | $112.62 |
| premium | $4.95 | $60.66 | $121.31 |
| diesel | $5.98 | $73.22 | $146.44 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$50
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$75–$100
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 108.8 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $33 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 93.3 | 1 | $32.65 | $14.93 |
| Efficient EV | 77.8 | 0 | $27.21 | $12.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 124.4 | 1 | $43.54 | $19.90 |
Gas CO2
109 kg
EV CO2
36 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Afternoon in Emsworth on Saturday
Local time
3:30 PM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Afternoon in Upper Darby on Saturday
Local time
3:30 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
51°F
Cuba, NY
156 mi in
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
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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