Origin
Marietta, PA
Late night in Marietta on Thursday
Local time
3:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Marietta, PA to Haverford, PA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 46m
Distance
81.6 mi
131 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 39m
★
6 AM
1h 47m
8 AM
2h 2m
10 AM
1h 52m
12 PM
1h 50m
3 PM
1h 53m
5 PM
2h 2m
8 PM
1h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Marietta, PA
Haneul Trac
Trip Overview
This 81.6-mile journey from Marietta to Haverford, PA, is designed for a single day of travel, taking approximately 1 hour and 46 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $14, it's an economical option for a quick trip within the Northeast region. The route primarily utilizes local roads, indicated by its "turn-heavy local drive" profile and zero highway share. You'll be navigating through Pennsylvania, experiencing a more intimate, less highway-focused way to cover this distance. This drive is best suited for those who prefer a direct, non-interstate experience and don't require overnight accommodations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
40.8 miles from Marietta, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 53m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a route that keeps you engaged with frequent turns rather than long, straight stretches, as this is a "turn-heavy local drive" with no highway segments. The longest uninterrupted stretch isn't specified, but the 81.6 miles are covered without the benefit of high-speed interstates. You'll be traveling on roads like North Waterford Avenue, River Road, and Chickies Hill Road, suggesting a journey that winds through local communities and potentially varied terrain. This driving style means you'll likely be at lower average speeds, making the 1 hour and 46-minute duration feel more immersive.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Waterford Avenue is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Marietta, PA to Haverford, PA is easy. At 1h 46m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Marietta, PA to Haverford, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Waterford Avenue | — | — |
| River Road | — | — |
| Chickies Hill Road | — | — |
| North 3rd Street | — | — |
| Cedar Street | — | — |
| US 30 East | — | — |
| US 222 North | — | — |
| I 76 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
North Waterford Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Marietta, PA and Haverford, PA.
1
Start on South New Haven Street
318 ft
·
16 sec
·
South New Haven Street
2
Turn right onto North Waterford Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Waterford Avenue
3
Turn right onto River Road
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
River Road
4
Continue on Chickies Hill Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Chickies Hill Road
5
Continue on North 3rd Street
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
North 3rd Street
6
Turn right onto Cedar Street
479 ft
·
21 sec
·
Cedar Street
7
Take the ramp slight right toward US 30 East: Lancaster
262 ft
·
9 sec
·
US 30 East: Lancaster
8
Turn right onto US 30 East: Lancaster
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
US 30 East: Lancaster
9
Merge slight left
12 mi
·
16 min
10
Take the exit slight right toward US 222 North: Reading
16 mi
·
19 min
·
US 222 North: Reading
11
Take the exit slight right toward I 76, PATP, PA 272: Denver, PA Turnpike
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
I 76, PATP, PA 272: Denver, PA Turnpike
12
Turn right onto Colonel Howard Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Colonel Howard Boulevard
13
Keep slight left to continue on Colonel Howard Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Colonel Howard Boulevard
14
Keep slight right to continue on I 76 Toll East: Philadelphia
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
I 76 Toll East: Philadelphia
15
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
39 mi
·
42 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
16
Take the exit slight right toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia
3.9 mi
·
6 min
·
I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia
17
Take the exit slight right toward PA 320: Gulph Mills
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
PA 320: Gulph Mills
18
Keep slight right to continue on PA 320 South: Villanova
341 ft
·
9 sec
·
PA 320 South: Villanova
19
Turn straight onto South Gulph Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Gulph Road
20
Continue on West Montgomery Avenue
4.3 mi
·
9 min
·
West Montgomery Avenue
21
Turn left onto Woodside Road
525 ft
·
24 sec
·
Woodside Road
22
Turn left onto Winsor Lane
344 ft
·
18 sec
·
Winsor Lane
23
Turn left
10 ft
·
1 sec
24
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given the 1 hour and 46-minute duration, this 81.6-mile trip is easily manageable in a single day. Consider departing in the morning to take advantage of daylight and avoid potential rush hour congestion as you approach Haverford. Since there are no designated stops and the fuel cost is a modest $14, you have flexibility in pacing. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you navigate the local roads, and perhaps plan a brief stop at a gas station or convenience store along North Waterford Avenue or River Road to break up the drive and stretch your legs. Enjoy the more direct, turn-filled navigation.
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 40.8 miles from Marietta, PA, or about 53m into the drive.
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 18 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.8 miles or 53m 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 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Haverford, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Marietta, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Marietta, PA
This is one driving day of about 81.6 miles and 1h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Marietta, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 40.8 mi from Marietta, PA · 53m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
41 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 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 40.8 miles from Marietta, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.53 one way
$27.06 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $14.82 | $29.63 |
| premium | $4.93 | $15.83 | $31.65 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.02 | $36.03 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.5 | 0 | $8.57 | $3.92 |
| Efficient EV | 20.4 | 0 | $7.14 | $3.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 32.6 | 0 | $11.42 | $5.22 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% 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
Late night in Haverford on Thursday
Local time
3:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°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
14 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 46m 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 Marietta, PA to Haverford, PA covers 81.6 miles and takes about 1h 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Waterford Avenue, River Road, Chickies Hill Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 40.8 miles from Marietta, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.53 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.
The drive from Marietta, PA to Haverford, PA is easy. At 1h 46m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Marietta, PA to Haverford, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Marietta, PA to Haverford, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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