Origin
Fairchance, PA
Morning in Fairchance on Wednesday
Local time
7:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fairchance, PA to Haverford, PA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
5h 28m
Distance
281.6 mi
453 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$47
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 15m
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6 AM
5h 28m
8 AM
5h 55m
10 AM
5h 38m
12 PM
5h 35m
3 PM
5h 39m
5 PM
5h 54m
8 PM
5h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fairchance, PA
Haneul Trac
Trip Overview
Traveling from Fairchance to Haverford covers 281.6 miles across the state of Pennsylvania, a journey that typically takes about 5 hours and 28 minutes. Because this is a highway-focused route, it is perfectly manageable as a single-day trip for most drivers. You should budget approximately $47 for fuel to complete the transit between these two Northeast locations. While the drive is straightforward, planning for at least one dedicated stop will keep you refreshed behind the wheel. Whether you are heading toward the Philadelphia suburbs for business or a visit, this direct path offers a predictable travel experience.
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
140.8 miles from Fairchance, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 46m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a high-speed experience, as 92% of this route relies on major highways including the Pennsylvania Turnpike and the Mon/Fayette Expressway. You will spend the vast majority of your time on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, which accounts for a substantial 236.3-mile stretch of the trip. The character of the drive is consistent and efficient, trading technical local curves for long, steady miles of interstate cruising. Transitioning off the expressway onto Pleasant Valley Road provides a brief change of pace before you reach your final destination. It is a functional, efficient corridor designed to get you across the state with minimal navigation headaches.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 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 236.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and Mon/Fayette Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 35.7 miles in.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 281.6 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 35.7 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 35.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 272.3 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.
5
35.7 mi into trip
|
~50m in
Take the ramp toward PATP, I 70, I 76
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward PATP, I 70, I 76
5
35.8 mi into trip
|
~51m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
8
272.3 mi into trip
|
~5h 9m 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
276.2 mi into trip
|
~5h 15m in
Take the exit toward PA 320: Gulph Mills
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 330
Toward PA 320: Gulph Mills
7
276.5 mi into trip
|
~5h 16m in
Keep slight right at fork toward PA 320 South: Villanova
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward PA 320 South: Villanova
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Fairchance, PA to Haverford, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Patp along the way.
Patp
35.7 mi in
|
~50m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 236.3 mi | 4h 17m |
| Mon/Fayette Expressway | 12.2 mi | 14m |
| Pleasant Valley Road | 7.9 mi | 13m |
| PA 31 | 6 mi | 9m |
| West Montgomery Avenue | 4.3 mi | 9m |
| South 8th Street | 3.9 mi | 4m |
| I 76 | 3.9 mi | 6m |
| Georges Fairchance Road | 2.3 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 236.3 mi, about 4h 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fairchance, PA and Haverford, PA.
1
Start on PA 857
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North Morgantown Street
2
Continue on PA 857
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Georges Fairchance Road
3
Continue on US 119
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
US 119
4
Merge onto US 119
12 mi
·
14 min
·
Mon/Fayette Expressway
5
Continue on US 119
2.2 mi
·
2 min
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Morrell Avenue
6
Continue on US 119
3.9 mi
·
4 min
·
South 8th Street
7
Take the exit
244 ft
·
6 sec
8
Turn straight onto PA 982
7.9 mi
·
13 min
·
Pleasant Valley Road
9
Turn right onto PA 31
6.0 mi
·
9 min
·
PA 31
10
Turn slight left
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
11
Turn left
28 ft
·
3 sec
12
Take the ramp
493 ft
·
12 sec
Toward PATP, I 70, I 76
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
14
Merge onto I 70; I 76; PATP
236 mi
·
4 hr 17 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit onto I 76
3.9 mi
·
6 min
·
I 76
Exit 326
Toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia
Use the slight right lane.
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 330
Toward PA 320: Gulph Mills
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight right at fork
340 ft
·
9 sec
Toward PA 320 South: Villanova
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Turn straight onto PA 320
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Gulph Road
19
Continue on PA 320
4.3 mi
·
9 min
·
West Montgomery Avenue
20
Turn left onto Woodside Road
525 ft
·
23 sec
·
Woodside Road
21
Turn left onto Winsor Lane
343 ft
·
18 sec
·
Winsor Lane
22
Turn left
10 ft
·
0 sec
23
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 5-hour and 28-minute transit, try to avoid peak commuter hours near the major hubs at either end of the trip. Since you have a long 236.3-mile stretch on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, plan your single recommended stop to coincide with a fuel check to ensure you stay within your $47 budget. Flexibility is a major advantage on a route this size; if you find yourself getting tired, there are plenty of service plazas along the turnpike to pull over safely. Keep an eye on your dashboard navigation as you exit the highway system to navigate the final local connections into Haverford smoothly. Taking a brief break halfway through the longest stretch will help you maintain focus until you arrive.
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 140.8 miles from Fairchance, PA, or about 2h 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 236.3 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 80 miles or 1h 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 140.8 miles or 2h 46m 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 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Haverford, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Fairchance, 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 Fairchance, PA
This is one driving day of about 281.6 miles and 5h 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Fairchance, 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 Pennsylvania Turnpike for about 236.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 140.8 mi from Fairchance, PA · 2h 46m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
141 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 140.8 miles from Fairchance, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Pennsylvania Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 236.3 miles.
Arriving in Haverford, PA
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.
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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$46.69 one way
$93.37 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
99 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $51.13 | $102.26 |
| premium | $4.93 | $54.61 | $109.23 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $62.17 | $124.35 |
Estimated Tolls: $30.72
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(236.3 mi)
$30.72
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
$47
Tolls
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$102–$127
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 98.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $30 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 84.5 | 1 | $29.57 | $13.52 |
| Efficient EV | 70.4 | 0 | $24.64 | $11.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 112.6 | 1 | $39.42 | $18.02 |
Gas CO2
99 kg
EV CO2
33 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.
Destination
Haverford, PA
Morning in Haverford on Wednesday
Local time
7:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
57°F
Cuba, NY
141 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
14 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
5h 28m 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 Fairchance, PA to Haverford, PA covers 281.6 miles and takes about 5h 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike, Mon/Fayette Expressway, Pleasant Valley Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 140.8 miles from Fairchance, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $46.69 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 281.6 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 35.7 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 35.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 272.3 miles (I 76): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Fairchance, PA to Haverford, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Patp along the way.
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