Origin
Lehighton, PA
Night in Lehighton on Sunday
Local time
9:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lehighton, PA to Upper Darby, PA
Drive Time
1h 38m
Distance
76.5 mi
123 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 31m
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6 AM
1h 38m
8 AM
1h 53m
10 AM
1h 43m
12 PM
1h 42m
3 PM
1h 44m
5 PM
1h 52m
8 PM
1h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lehighton, PA
Andaru Firmansyah
Trip Overview
Traveling from Lehighton to Upper Darby is a straightforward journey covering 76.5 miles, typically taking about 1 hour and 38 minutes. Because this trip is well within the scope of a single day, there is no need to worry about overnight accommodations. You can expect to spend approximately $13 on fuel, making this a highly budget-friendly commute or day trip. The route stays entirely within the Northeast region of Pennsylvania, transitioning from the quiet atmosphere of Lehighton down toward the dense suburbs of Upper Darby. Whether you are heading out for business or a visit, the ease of this drive makes it an uncomplicated choice for your schedule.
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
38.3 miles from Lehighton, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 44m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a highway-focused drive, with 88% of your time spent on major routes. You will spend the bulk of your journey on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, which serves as the longest uninterrupted stretch at 56.1 miles. As you transition onto the Mid-County Expressway, the character of the road shifts from open highway travel to the more congested infrastructure of the Philadelphia suburbs. You will eventually conclude your trip by navigating local roads like Lansdowne Avenue to reach your final destination. Expect a consistent pace for the majority of the trip before the final transition into the busier, more stop-and-go environment of the Upper Darby area.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 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 0.1 miles in near 3rd Street.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 76.5 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: at 0.1 miles (3rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (US 209 / South First Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 3.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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3rd Street
Turn right onto 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
6
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 209 / South First Street
At end of road, turn right onto US 209 / South First Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
6
3.1 mi into trip
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~6m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 476 South: Allentown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 476 South: Allentown
7
59.2 mi into trip
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~1h 7m in
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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
70.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m 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
On the drive from Lehighton, PA to Upper Darby, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Broomall along the way.
Broomall
70.3 mi in
|
~1h 22m
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 |
| Interchange Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| East Bridge Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| West Providence Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Bankway Street | 0.2 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 Lehighton, PA and Upper Darby, PA.
1
Start on South 4th Street
87 ft
·
4 sec
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South 4th Street
2
Turn right onto Mahoning Street
457 ft
·
14 sec
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Mahoning Street
3
Turn right onto 3rd Street
66 ft
·
6 sec
·
3rd Street
4
Turn left onto South Street
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
South Street
5
At end of road, turn right onto US 209
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
South First Street
6
Continue on US 209
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
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Bankway Street
7
Continue on US 209
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Bridge Street
Use the left lane.
8
Continue on US 209
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Interchange Road
Use the straight lane.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 476, PATP
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 476 South: Allentown
11
Merge onto I 476; PATP
56 mi
·
1 hr
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Use the none lane.
12
Continue on I 476; PATP
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Exit 20
Use the none lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 476; PATP
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Use the slight left lane.
14
Continue on I 476
11 mi
·
14 min
·
Mid-County Expressway
Use the none lane.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
59 sec
Exit 9
Toward PA 3: Upper Darby, Broomall
Use the slight right lane.
16
Turn left onto PA 3
2.5 mi
·
5 min
·
West Chester Pike
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
17
Turn slight right onto Darby Road
471 ft
·
13 sec
·
Darby Road
Use the right lane.
18
Continue on Lansdowne Avenue
3.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Lansdowne Avenue
Use the none lane.
19
Turn right onto West Providence Road
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
West Providence Road
20
Arrive at destination
West Providence Road
Trip Plan
Since this 76.5-mile drive is relatively short, you have the flexibility to plan your departure based on local traffic patterns rather than strict fatigue management. Aim to avoid peak commuting hours to ensure you don't spend unnecessary time on the Mid-County Expressway or local streets. Because the entire trip should take less than two hours, you likely won't need to plan for formal rest stops, though filling up your tank before you leave will keep your total fuel costs near that $13 estimate. A helpful tip for this specific route is to keep a close watch on GPS traffic updates as you approach the final stretch on Lansdowne Avenue, as local congestion can fluctuate significantly depending on the time of day.
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 38.3 miles from Lehighton, PA, or about 44m 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 76.5 miles or 1h 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38.3 miles or 44m 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 15m
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 Lehighton, 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 Lehighton, PA
This is one driving day of about 76.5 miles and 1h 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Lehighton, 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 38.3 mi from Lehighton, PA · 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
38 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 76.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 38.3 miles from Lehighton, 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
$12.66 one way
$25.32 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
27 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $13.85 | $27.70 |
| premium | $4.92 | $14.82 | $29.65 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $17.00 | $33.99 |
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
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23 | 0 | $8.03 | $3.67 |
| Efficient EV | 19.1 | 0 | $6.69 | $3.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.6 | 0 | $10.71 | $4.90 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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
Night in Upper Darby on Sunday
Local time
9:38 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 38m 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 Lehighton, PA to Upper Darby, PA covers 76.5 miles and takes about 1h 38m 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 38.3 miles from Lehighton, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.66 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 13 significant decision points across 76.5 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: at 0.1 miles (3rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (US 209 / South First Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 3.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
On the drive from Lehighton, PA to Upper Darby, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Broomall along the way.
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