Origin
Hopewell, PA
Afternoon in Hopewell on Sunday
Local time
4:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hopewell, PA to Haverford, PA
Drive Time
1h 19m
Distance
45.1 mi
73 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 13m
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6 AM
1h 19m
8 AM
1h 31m
10 AM
1h 23m
12 PM
1h 22m
3 PM
1h 24m
5 PM
1h 31m
8 PM
1h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
Traveling from Hopewell to Haverford covers 45.1 miles across the Pennsylvania countryside. You should plan for about 1 hour and 19 minutes of driving time, making this a straightforward day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. With a fuel budget of approximately $7, it is an affordable excursion within the Northeast region. Because this route avoids major highways entirely, your progress will depend on local traffic and turn-heavy navigation. It is an ideal path if you prefer a direct, local transit experience over high-speed interstate travel.
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
22.5 miles from Hopewell, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 36m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. You will navigate via the Kennett-Oxford Bypass, Street Road, and West Chester Pike rather than sticking to monotonous interstates. Since the highway share is 0%, you won't experience the typical drone of high-speed transit. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is 17.2 miles on the Kennett-Oxford Bypass, which provides a brief reprieve from the constant turns. Overall, the road’s personality is defined by its local character and the need to adjust to varying road types throughout the journey.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Kennett-Oxford Bypass is the longest continuous segment at about 17.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 17 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Hopewell Road.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 45.1 miles you will encounter 17 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Hopewell Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Roneys Corner Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 1.7 miles: Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Hopewell Road
Turn right onto Hopewell Road
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Roneys Corner Road
Turn sharp left onto Roneys Corner Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
1.7 mi into trip
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~5m in
Take the ramp toward US 1 North: Kennett Square
Navigation decision point
Toward US 1 North: Kennett Square
5
1.9 mi into trip
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~6m in
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US 1 / Kennett-Oxford Bypass
Merge onto US 1 / Kennett-Oxford Bypass
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / right lanes.
6
20.8 mi into trip
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~33m in
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PA 52 / Lenape Road
Turn left onto PA 52 / Lenape Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Kennett-Oxford Bypass | 17.2 mi | 23m |
| Street Road | 11.3 mi | 19m |
| West Chester Pike | 5.4 mi | 9m |
| Bryn Mawr Avenue | 2.1 mi | 4m |
| East Baltimore Pike | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| College Avenue | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Darby Road | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Lenape Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Kennett-Oxford Bypass
— 17.2 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hopewell, PA and Haverford, PA.
1
Start on this road
105 ft
·
12 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Hopewell Road
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Hopewell Road
3
Turn sharp left onto Roneys Corner Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Roneys Corner Road
4
Turn right onto Calvary Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Calvary Road
5
Continue on Bethel Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Bethel Road
6
Turn straight onto PA 472
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
West Lancaster Avenue
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward US 1 North: Kennett Square
8
Merge onto US 1
17 mi
·
23 min
·
Kennett-Oxford Bypass
Use the none / straight / right lanes.
9
Continue on US 1
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
East Baltimore Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Turn left onto PA 52
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Lenape Road
Use the left lane.
11
Turn right onto PA 926
5.5 mi
·
10 min
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Street Road
Use the straight lane.
12
Continue on PA 926
5.7 mi
·
9 min
·
Street Road
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
13
Continue on PA 926
132 ft
·
4 sec
·
Street Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
14
Turn right onto PA 3
5.4 mi
·
9 min
·
West Chester Pike
Use the straight lane.
15
Turn left onto Bryn Mawr Avenue
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Bryn Mawr Avenue
Use the left lane.
16
Turn right onto PA 320
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
Sproul Road
17
Turn slight left onto Darby Road
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Darby Road
Use the none lane.
18
Turn left onto College Avenue
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
College Avenue
Use the left lane.
19
Continue on East Railroad Avenue
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
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East Railroad Avenue
20
Turn left onto Haverford Station Road
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
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Haverford Station Road
21
Turn right onto Montgomery Avenue
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
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Montgomery Avenue
22
Turn left onto Woodside Road
525 ft
·
23 sec
·
Woodside Road
23
Turn left onto Winsor Lane
343 ft
·
18 sec
·
Winsor Lane
24
Turn left
10 ft
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0 sec
25
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short 1 hour and 19-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Aim to hit the road outside of peak traffic hours, as the reliance on local roads like West Chester Pike can lead to congestion. You won't need to plan for formal stops on this 45.1-mile journey, but keeping your $7 fuel budget in mind ensures you can complete the trip without worry. Given the technical nature of the turns, pay close attention to navigation aids to stay on track. Enjoy the ease of a drive that gets you from Hopewell to Haverford in well under two hours.
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 22.5 miles from Hopewell, PA, or about 36m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 17.2 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 45.1 miles or 1h 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 22.5 miles or 36m 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 3m
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 Hopewell, 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 Hopewell, PA
This is one driving day of about 45.1 miles and 1h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hopewell, 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 Kennett-Oxford Bypass for about 17.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 22.5 mi from Hopewell, PA · 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 45.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.5 miles from Hopewell, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.46 one way
$14.93 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $8.17 | $16.33 |
| premium | $4.92 | $8.74 | $17.48 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $10.02 | $20.04 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.5 | 0 | $4.74 | $2.16 |
| Efficient EV | 11.3 | 0 | $3.95 | $1.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18 | 0 | $6.31 | $2.89 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Haverford, PA
Afternoon in Haverford on Sunday
Local time
4:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1 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 19m 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 Hopewell, PA to Haverford, PA covers 45.1 miles and takes about 1h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Kennett-Oxford Bypass, Street Road, West Chester Pike. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 22.5 miles from Hopewell, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.46 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 45.1 miles you will encounter 17 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Hopewell Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Roneys Corner Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 1.7 miles: Navigation decision point.
The route from Hopewell, PA to Haverford, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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