Origin
Ephrata, PA
Afternoon in Ephrata on Wednesday
Local time
1:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Ephrata, PA to Upper Darby, PA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 28m
Distance
65.8 mi
106 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 22m
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6 AM
1h 29m
8 AM
1h 43m
10 AM
1h 34m
12 PM
1h 32m
3 PM
1h 34m
5 PM
1h 42m
8 PM
1h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ephrata, PA
Haneul Trac
Trip Overview
This 65.8-mile drive from Ephrata, PA to Upper Darby, PA is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 28 minutes. With an estimated fuel cost of $11, it's an economical option for a single-day trip within the Northeast region. The route predominantly utilizes major expressways, making it a practical choice for those looking to get from point A to point B efficiently. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on the Pennsylvania Turnpike and other high-speed roads, so expect a consistent travel pace. This drive is well-suited for a day trip, allowing you to maximize your time at your destination.
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
32.9 miles from Ephrata, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 39m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This drive is characterized by its highway-focused profile, with 84% of the journey taking place on high-speed roads. You'll spend a considerable amount of time on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, including one uninterrupted stretch of 39.4 miles. The Mid-County Expressway and I-76 are also key components, contributing to a fast-paced and direct travel experience. Expect a consistent, efficient drive rather than a winding, scenic exploration. This route prioritizes covering distance quickly, making it ideal for travelers prioritizing arrival time.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Pennsylvania Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 39.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and Mid-County Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 7.1 miles in near Colonel Howard Boulevard.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 65.8 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 7.1 miles (Colonel Howard Boulevard): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.3 miles (Colonel Howard Boulevard): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 47.5 miles (I 76): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
7.1 mi into trip
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~11m in
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Colonel Howard Boulevard
Turn right onto Colonel Howard Boulevard toward I 76, PATP
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 76, PATP
6
7.3 mi into trip
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~11m in
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Colonel Howard Boulevard
Keep slight left at fork onto Colonel Howard Boulevard toward I 76, PATP
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 76, PATP
8
47.5 mi into trip
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~55m in
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I 76
Take the exit onto I 76 toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia
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 326
Toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia
7
52.6 mi into trip
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~1h 3m in
Take the exit toward I 476 South: Chester
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 331A
Toward I 476 South: Chester
8
59.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m 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 Ephrata, PA and Upper Darby, PA, road signs point toward Patp, Pa Turnpike, Philadelphia and Broomall.
Patp
6.9 mi in
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~10m
Pa Turnpike
6.9 mi in
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~10m
Philadelphia
47.5 mi in
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~55m
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via I 76
Broomall
59.6 mi in
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~1h 13m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 39.4 mi | 42m |
| Mid-County Expressway | 6.4 mi | 8m |
| I 76 | 5.1 mi | 7m |
| US 222 | 4.7 mi | 5m |
| Lansdowne Avenue | 3 mi | 8m |
| West Chester Pike | 2.5 mi | 5m |
| West Main Street | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| Colonel Howard Boulevard | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 39.4 mi, about 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ephrata, PA and Upper Darby, PA.
1
Start on US 322
1.9 mi
·
4 min
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West Main Street
2
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
3
Merge onto US 222
4.7 mi
·
5 min
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US 222
4
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward I 76, PATP, PA 272: Denver, PA Turnpike
5
Turn right onto Colonel Howard Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
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Colonel Howard Boulevard
Toward I 76, PATP
6
Keep slight left at fork onto Colonel Howard Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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Colonel Howard Boulevard
Toward I 76, PATP
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 76 Toll East: Philadelphia
8
Merge onto I 76; PATP
39 mi
·
42 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit onto I 76
5.1 mi
·
7 min
·
I 76
Exit 326
Toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia
Use the slight right lane.
10
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 331A
Toward I 476 South: Chester
Use the slight right lane.
11
Merge onto I 476
6.4 mi
·
8 min
·
Mid-County Expressway
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
59 sec
Exit 9
Toward PA 3: Upper Darby, Broomall
Use the slight right lane.
13
Turn left onto PA 3
2.5 mi
·
5 min
·
West Chester Pike
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
14
Turn slight right onto Darby Road
471 ft
·
13 sec
·
Darby Road
Use the right lane.
15
Continue on Lansdowne Avenue
3.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Lansdowne Avenue
Use the straight lane.
16
Turn right onto West Providence Road
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
West Providence Road
17
Arrive at destination
West Providence Road
Trip Plan
For this relatively short 1 hour and 28-minute drive, you have a lot of flexibility with your departure time. Consider leaving Ephrata in the morning to avoid potential rush hour congestion as you approach Upper Darby. With a fuel cost of only $11, you won't need to worry about frequent stops for gas. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 39.4 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, so plan your last restroom break before embarking on that segment. Since this is a highway-focused route, be mindful of toll road regulations and have your payment method ready.
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 32.9 miles from Ephrata, PA, or about 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 39.4 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 65.8 miles or 1h 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 32.9 miles or 39m 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 8m
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 Ephrata, 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 Ephrata, PA
This is one driving day of about 65.8 miles and 1h 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Ephrata, 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 Pennsylvania Turnpike for about 39.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 32.9 mi from Ephrata, PA · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 65.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.9 miles from Ephrata, 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
$10.91 one way
$21.82 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $11.95 | $23.90 |
| premium | $4.93 | $12.76 | $25.52 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.53 | $29.06 |
Estimated Tolls: $5.12
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(39.4 mi)
$5.12
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
$11
Tolls
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.7 | 0 | $6.91 | $3.16 |
| Efficient EV | 16.5 | 0 | $5.76 | $2.63 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.3 | 0 | $9.21 | $4.21 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Afternoon in Upper Darby on Wednesday
Local time
1:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
87°F
Mostly Sunny
SW 15 mph
11% chance
Live forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 5:10PM EDT until April 14 at 5:30PM EDT by NWS Pittsburgh PA
Severe Thunderstorm Watch
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued April 14 at 2:51PM EDT until April 14 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
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
25 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
1h 28m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Ephrata, PA to Upper Darby, PA covers 65.8 miles and takes about 1h 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike, Mid-County Expressway, I 76. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 32.9 miles from Ephrata, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.91 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 demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 65.8 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 7.1 miles (Colonel Howard Boulevard): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.3 miles (Colonel Howard Boulevard): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 47.5 miles (I 76): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Ephrata, PA and Upper Darby, PA, road signs point toward Patp, Pa Turnpike, Philadelphia and Broomall.
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