Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
5h 10m
Distance
265.4 mi
427 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$44
one way
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Greenwich, PA
Andras Stefuca
This 265.4-mile drive from Greenwich, PA to Upper Darby, PA will take approximately 5 hours and 10 minutes, making it a feasible one-day trip. You'll primarily be on the Pennsylvania Turnpike and I-99, with a portion on the William Penn Highway. With an estimated fuel cost of $44, this is a straightforward journey focused heavily on highway travel. Since both locations are within the Northeast region of the US, you won't experience significant regional shifts. Plan for this highway-focused route to be an efficient way to cover the distance.
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
132.7 miles from Greenwich, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 33m into the drive .
Expect an 83% highway-focused drive for the majority of your journey. The route is characterized by long stretches of efficient travel, including an uninterrupted 181 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike. While predominantly interstate, you will encounter segments of the William Penn Highway, offering a slight variation. This drive prioritizes covering ground quickly, with its personality defined by the consistent pace of the major roadways.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and I 99. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 19.5 miles in.
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 265.4 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 19.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 36.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 247.1 miles (I 76): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left toward US 22 East: Hollidaysburg
Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork toward I 99 South, US 220 South: Bedford
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
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
Take the exit toward I 476 South: Chester
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
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
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Greenwich, PA and Upper Darby, PA, road signs point toward Bedford, Pittsburgh, Harrisburg, Patp: Pittsburgh and Philadelphia.
Bedford
Pittsburgh
Harrisburg
Patp: Pittsburgh
Philadelphia
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 181 mi | 3h 16m |
| I 99 | 27.2 mi | 29m |
| William Penn Highway | 16.4 mi | 19m |
| Mid-County Expressway | 6.4 mi | 8m |
| I 76 | 5.1 mi | 7m |
| Plank Road | 4.9 mi | 6m |
| North Center Street | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Lansdowne Avenue | 3 mi | 8m |
Step-by-step road directions between Greenwich, PA and Upper Darby, PA.
Start on Greenwich Road
At end of road, turn right onto US 219
Continue on US 219
Turn right onto US 219
Turn right onto US 219
Continue on US 219
Continue on US 219
Continue on US 219
Continue on US 219
Continue on US 219
Continue on US 219
Continue on North Center Street
Turn left onto East High Street
Turn slight right onto Rowena Drive
Merge onto Admiral Peary Highway
Turn left
Merge onto US 22
Continue on this road
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 99; US 220
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn slight right onto US 220 BUS
Take the ramp
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 70; I 76; PATP
Take the exit onto I 76
Take the exit
Merge onto I 476
Take the exit
Turn left onto PA 3
Turn slight right onto Darby Road
Continue on Lansdowne Avenue
Turn right onto West Providence Road
Arrive at destination
To maximize your time, consider an early morning departure to bypass potential traffic, especially as you approach Upper Darby. With a duration of just over 5 hours, you can comfortably complete this drive in one day without needing an overnight stop. You'll only need to plan for one significant stop, so factor that into your timing. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, particularly before embarking on the longest stretch of the Pennsylvania Turnpike, where services might be more spread out.
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.
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 58 miles or 1h 10m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 132.7 miles or 2h 33m 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 5m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Upper Darby, PA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Greenwich, 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 Greenwich, PA
This is one driving day of about 265.4 miles and 5h 10m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 132.7 mi from Greenwich, PA · 2h 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
133 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 58 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 132.7 miles from Greenwich, 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 181 miles.
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.
Regular Gas
$44.00 one way
$88.00 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $48.19 | $96.38 |
| premium | $4.93 | $51.47 | $102.94 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $58.60 | $117.19 |
Estimated Tolls: $23.54
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
$44
Tolls
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$93–$118
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 92.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 79.6 | 0 | $27.87 | $12.74 |
| Efficient EV | 66.4 | 0 | $23.22 | $10.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 106.2 | 1 | $37.16 | $16.99 |
Gas CO2
93 kg
EV CO2
31 kg (67% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Greenwich on Thursday
Local time
12:05 AM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Late night in Upper Darby on Thursday
Local time
12:05 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
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
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.
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