Origin
Jim Thorpe, PA
Evening in Jim Thorpe on Sunday
Local time
8:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jim Thorpe, PA to Upper Darby, PA
Drive Time
1h 44m
Distance
80.7 mi
130 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 37m
★
6 AM
1h 44m
8 AM
2h 0m
10 AM
1h 50m
12 PM
1h 48m
3 PM
1h 51m
5 PM
1h 59m
8 PM
1h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jim Thorpe, PA
Michael Taccetta
Trip Overview
Traveling from Jim Thorpe to Upper Darby covers 80.7 miles and typically takes about 1 hour and 44 minutes. Because this is a straightforward trek through the Northeast region of Pennsylvania, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to budget roughly $13 for fuel to make the trip. The route relies heavily on major thoroughfares, making it a functional choice for commuters or travelers heading toward the suburbs of Philadelphia. It is an efficient path that prioritizes speed over sightseeing, serving as a reliable connection between the mountainous areas of the north and the urbanized landscape near the city.
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
40.3 miles from Jim Thorpe, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 48m into the drive .
Drive Character
This highway-focused drive is dominated by fast-paced transit, with 83% of the journey spent on high-speed roads. You will spend the bulk of your time on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, which features a long, uninterrupted stretch of 56.1 miles. As you transition away from the Turnpike, you will navigate the Mid-County Expressway before finalizing your route via Lansdowne Avenue. While the initial portion offers a consistent interstate pace, the character of the drive shifts slightly as you exit the highway system and enter the local road network leading into Upper Darby. Expect a steady, predictable experience behind the wheel that favors efficiency over technical maneuvering.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension is the longest continuous segment at about 56.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and Mid-County Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 7 miles in.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 80.7 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 7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 7.5 miles (I 476; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
7 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Take the exit toward I 476, PATP
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 476, PATP
6
7.3 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 476 South: Allentown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 476 South: Allentown
5
7.5 mi into trip
|
~13m in
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I 476; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Merge onto I 476; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
63.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
|
I 476; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Keep slight left at fork onto I 476; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
8
74.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 29m in
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
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 9
Toward PA 3: Upper Darby, Broomall
Towns Along This Route
Between Jim Thorpe, PA and Upper Darby, PA, road signs point toward Patp and Broomall.
Patp
7 mi in
|
~12m
Broomall
74.5 mi in
|
~1h 29m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension | 56.1 mi | 1h 1m |
| Mid-County Expressway | 10.8 mi | 14m |
| Lansdowne Avenue | 3 mi | 8m |
| West Chester Pike | 2.5 mi | 5m |
| Mauch Chunk Street | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Interchange Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| North 1st Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| North Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
— 56.1 mi, about 1h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jim Thorpe, PA and Upper Darby, PA.
1
Start on West 6th Street
135 ft
·
8 sec
·
West 6th Street
2
Turn right onto PA 903
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Street
3
At end of road, turn left onto US 209
0.5 mi
·
39 sec
·
Lehigh Street
4
Turn left onto US 209
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
Susquehanna Street
5
Continue on US 209
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Mauch Chunk Street
6
Continue on US 209
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North 1st Street
7
Continue on US 209
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North First Street
8
Continue on US 209
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Bankway Street
9
Continue on US 209
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Bridge Street
Use the left lane.
10
Continue on US 209
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Interchange Road
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 476, PATP
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 476 South: Allentown
13
Merge onto I 476; PATP
56 mi
·
1 hr
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Use the none lane.
14
Continue on I 476; PATP
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Exit 20
Use the none lane.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 476; PATP
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Use the slight left lane.
16
Continue on I 476
11 mi
·
14 min
·
Mid-County Expressway
Use the none lane.
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
59 sec
Exit 9
Toward PA 3: Upper Darby, Broomall
Use the slight right lane.
18
Turn left onto PA 3
2.5 mi
·
5 min
·
West Chester Pike
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
19
Turn slight right onto Darby Road
471 ft
·
13 sec
·
Darby Road
Use the right lane.
20
Continue on Lansdowne Avenue
3.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Lansdowne Avenue
Use the none lane.
21
Turn right onto West Providence Road
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
West Providence Road
22
Arrive at destination
West Providence Road
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best. You should note that because the route is highly concentrated on highway travel, your pace will be dictated by traffic flow on the Turnpike rather than your own stop frequency. With no mandatory stops required for a drive under two hours, you can comfortably complete the journey in one go. If you are sensitive to toll road traffic, consider checking real-time highway conditions before you head out to avoid potential bottlenecks. Keep your fuel budget of $13 in mind, and ensure you are prepared for the transition from the expressway to the local streets of Lansdowne Avenue as you near your destination.
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 40.3 miles from Jim Thorpe, PA, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 56.1 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 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.3 miles or 48m 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 21m
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 Jim Thorpe, 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 Jim Thorpe, PA
This is one driving day of about 80.7 miles and 1h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Jim Thorpe, 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 Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension for about 56.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 40.3 mi from Jim Thorpe, PA · 48m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
40 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 40.3 miles from Jim Thorpe, 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
$13.35 one way
$26.71 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $14.61 | $29.22 |
| premium | $4.92 | $15.64 | $31.28 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $17.93 | $35.86 |
Estimated Tolls: $7.30
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(56.1 mi)
$7.30
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
$13
Tolls
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.2 | 0 | $8.47 | $3.87 |
| Efficient EV | 20.2 | 0 | $7.06 | $3.23 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 32.3 | 0 | $11.30 | $5.16 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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
Evening in Upper Darby on Sunday
Local time
8:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
82°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
22 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 44m 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 Jim Thorpe, PA to Upper Darby, PA covers 80.7 miles and takes about 1h 44m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, Mid-County Expressway, Lansdowne Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 40.3 miles from Jim Thorpe, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.35 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 demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 80.7 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 7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 7.5 miles (I 476; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Jim Thorpe, PA and Upper Darby, PA, road signs point toward Patp and Broomall.
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