Origin
Fairless Hills, PA
Late night in Fairless Hills on Friday
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3:34 AM
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Current temp
46°F
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Trip from Fairless Hills, PA to Upper Darby, PA
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
57m
Distance
32.3 mi
52 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 53m
★
6 AM
0h 58m
8 AM
1h 7m
10 AM
1h 1m
12 PM
1h 0m
3 PM
1h 1m
5 PM
1h 6m
8 PM
0h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fairless Hills, PA
Jessica Lewis 🦋 thepaintedsquare
Trip Overview
This 32.3-mile drive from Fairless Hills, PA to Upper Darby, PA is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in under an hour, making it ideal for a single-day excursion. You'll navigate primarily via the Delaware Expressway, Trenton Road, and Hulmeville Road, with about half of your journey on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $5, which is quite budget-friendly. Given its short duration and manageable distance, no overnight stays are necessary. This drive offers a practical connection within the Northeast region, suitable for local commutes or quick inter-town travel.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 57m. Total distance: 32.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (52%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience on this route, with 52% of the drive taking place on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 13.7 miles on the Delaware Expressway. This suggests a journey that begins with some faster-paced highway driving before potentially transitioning to more local road conditions as you approach your destination. The overall profile is a blend, offering varied driving dynamics rather than a monotonous interstate experience.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Delaware Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 13.7 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 22.6 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 22 decision points packed into just 32.3 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 57m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 22.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 22.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 27 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 22 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
22.6 mi into trip
|
~34m in
Take the exit toward I 676, US 30: Central Philadelphia, Independence Hall, Callowhill Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 22
Toward I 676, US 30: Central Philadelphia, Inde...
8
22.9 mi into trip
|
~35m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 676 West, US 30 West: Central Philadelphia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 676 West, US 30 West: Central Philadel...
8
27 mi into trip
|
~41m in
Take the exit toward Grays Ferry Avenue, University Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 346B
Toward Grays Ferry Avenue, University Avenue
8
27.2 mi into trip
|
~42m in
Keep slight left at fork toward 34th Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward 34th Street
7
27.2 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
South 34th Street
Turn left onto South 34th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
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 Fairless Hills, PA to Upper Darby, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Independence Hall along the way.
Independence Hall
22.6 mi in
|
~34m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Delaware Expressway | 13.7 mi | 18m |
| Trenton Road | 3.9 mi | 7m |
| Hulmeville Road | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| Vine Street Expressway | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Schuylkill Expressway | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Street Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| Whitby Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| Baily Road | 0.8 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Delaware Expressway
— 13.7 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fairless Hills, PA and Upper Darby, PA.
1
Start on Elmwood Road
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
Elmwood Road
2
At end of road, turn right onto Trenton Road
3.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Trenton Road
3
Continue on PA 513
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Hulmeville Road
4
Turn left onto PA 132; US 13 Alternate Truck
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Street Road
Use the left lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward I 95 South: Central Philadelphia
6
Merge onto I 95
14 mi
·
18 min
·
Delaware Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 22
Toward I 676, US 30: Central Philadelphia, Independence Hall, Callowhill Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 676 West, US 30 West: Central Philadelphia
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on Vine Street Expressway
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Vine Street Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Toward I 76 East: International Airport
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
Toward I 76 East: Philadelphia International Airport
12
Merge onto I 76
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Schuylkill Expressway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 346B
Toward Grays Ferry Avenue, University Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork
170 ft
·
13 sec
Toward 34th Street
Use the left lane.
15
Turn left onto South 34th Street
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
South 34th Street
Use the left lane.
16
Turn right onto Grays Ferry Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Grays Ferry Avenue
Use the straight lane.
17
Turn straight onto South 48th Street
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
South 48th Street
18
Continue on Greenway Avenue
416 ft
·
13 sec
·
Greenway Avenue
19
Turn right onto South 49th Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South 49th Street
20
Turn left onto US 13
0.3 mi
·
56 sec
·
Baltimore Avenue
21
Turn left onto Whitby Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Whitby Avenue
22
Continue on North Longacre Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Longacre Boulevard
23
Enter roundabout onto Longacre Boulevard
169 ft
·
5 sec
·
Longacre Boulevard
24
Continue on Longacre Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
Longacre Boulevard
25
At end of road, turn right onto US 13
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Church Lane
26
Turn left onto Baily Road
0.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Baily Road
Use the left lane.
27
Turn right onto Elberon Avenue
498 ft
·
27 sec
·
Elberon Avenue
28
At end of road, turn left onto East Providence Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East Providence Road
29
Arrive at destination
West Providence Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16.2 mi from Fairless Hills, PA · 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.2 miles from Fairless Hills, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Upper Darby, PA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Upper Darby, PA if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.35 one way
$10.71 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $5.86 | $11.73 |
| premium | $4.93 | $6.26 | $12.53 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.13 | $14.26 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.7 | 0 | $3.39 | $1.55 |
| Efficient EV | 8.1 | 0 | $2.83 | $1.29 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.9 | 0 | $4.52 | $2.07 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Late night in Upper Darby on Friday
Local time
3:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
47°F
Cheltenham, PA
16 mi in
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
17 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
57m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Fairless Hills, PA to Upper Darby, PA covers 32.3 miles and takes about 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Delaware Expressway, Trenton Road, Hulmeville Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 16.2 miles from Fairless Hills, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.35 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 short but busy drive. With 22 decision points packed into just 32.3 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 57m.
The main spots that need attention: at 22.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 22.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 27 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Fairless Hills, PA to Upper Darby, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Independence Hall along the way.
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.
Data sources
The figures on this page are computed from open government and mapping datasets, not crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. National park proximity is from the NPS API. Full methodology, refresh cadence, and limitations are documented on the methodology page.
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