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 Upper Darby, PA
Drive Time
1h 13m
Distance
43.5 mi
70 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 8m
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6 AM
1h 14m
8 AM
1h 26m
10 AM
1h 18m
12 PM
1h 17m
3 PM
1h 19m
5 PM
1h 25m
8 PM
1h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
Spanning 43.5 miles between Hopewell and Upper Darby, this Pennsylvania journey takes approximately 1 hour and 13 minutes to complete. Because the route is quite short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend about $7 on fuel, making this an incredibly budget-friendly option for your travel plans. Navigating through the Northeast region, you will rely on a series of local roads rather than major interstates. It is a straightforward trip that avoids the complexity of long-distance planning, giving you the flexibility to head out whenever your schedule allows.
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
21.8 miles from Hopewell, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 34m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous highway cruise, as this route features zero percent highway travel. You will navigate via the Kennett-Oxford Bypass, East Baltimore Pike, and the Media Bypass to reach your destination. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 17.2-mile segment on the Kennett-Oxford Bypass, which offers a brief moment of steady driving. Because the road personality shifts from bypass segments to local thoroughfares, you should stay alert for frequent turns. This transition between different types of local roads keeps the experience engaging, though it requires more active attention behind the wheel than a standard interstate trek.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 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. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Hopewell Road.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 43.5 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: 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 9 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.
7
34.5 mi into trip
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~57m in
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US 1 / Media Bypass
Keep slight right at fork onto US 1 / Media Bypass toward US 1 North: Springfield
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 1 North: Springfield
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Kennett-Oxford Bypass | 17.2 mi | 23m |
| East Baltimore Pike | 15.3 mi | 27m |
| Media Bypass | 4.1 mi | 5m |
| West Springfield Road | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| North Springfield Road | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| State Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Roneys Corner Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Bethel Road | 0.4 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 Upper Darby, PA.
1
Start on this road
105 ft
·
12 sec
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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
15 mi
·
27 min
·
East Baltimore Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto US 1
4.1 mi
·
5 min
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Media Bypass
Toward US 1 North: Springfield
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on US 1
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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State Road
Use the straight lane.
12
Take the exit
196 ft
·
6 sec
Use the right lane.
13
Turn straight onto West Springfield Road
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
West Springfield Road
Use the none lane.
14
Continue on North Springfield Road
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
North Springfield Road
Use the none lane.
15
Turn left onto East Providence Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
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East Providence Road
16
Arrive at destination
West Providence Road
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 1 hour and 13-minute drive, you have plenty of freedom regarding your departure time. You won't need to worry about complex refueling stops given the low $7 fuel cost, but it is wise to ensure your tank is ready before you leave Hopewell. Because there are no scheduled stops in the route data, feel free to build your own breaks into the itinerary based on your personal pace. Pay close attention to the turn-heavy nature of the local roads, particularly when transitioning between the Kennett-Oxford Bypass and the Media Bypass. Embracing the flexibility of this short distance is your biggest advantage, so don't feel pressured to rush through these Pennsylvania backroads.
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 21.8 miles from Hopewell, PA, or about 34m 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 43.5 miles or 1h 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 21.8 miles or 34m 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
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 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 43.5 miles and 1h 13m.
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 21.8 mi from Hopewell, PA · 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 43.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.8 miles from Hopewell, 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
$7.20 one way
$14.40 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $7.88 | $15.75 |
| premium | $4.92 | $8.43 | $16.86 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $9.66 | $19.33 |
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: 15.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13 | 0 | $4.57 | $2.09 |
| Efficient EV | 10.9 | 0 | $3.81 | $1.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.4 | 0 | $6.09 | $2.78 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (67% 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 Sunday
Local time
4:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°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
4 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 13m 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 Upper Darby, PA covers 43.5 miles and takes about 1h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Kennett-Oxford Bypass, East Baltimore Pike, Media Bypass. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 21.8 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 $7.20 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 9 significant decision points across 43.5 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: 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 Upper Darby, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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