Origin
Media, PA
Afternoon in Media on Saturday
Local time
1:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Media, PA to Haverford, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
21m
Distance
10.2 mi
16 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 20m
★
6 AM
0h 22m
8 AM
0h 25m
10 AM
0h 23m
12 PM
0h 23m
3 PM
0h 23m
5 PM
0h 25m
8 PM
0h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Media, PA
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Trip Overview
This short 10.2-mile drive from Media to Haverford, Pennsylvania, is a quick 21-minute trip perfect for a single day. You'll primarily navigate via the Mid-County Expressway and West Ardmore Avenue, with a small portion on Ellis Road. With only about 30% of the drive on highways, expect a mixed driving experience. The estimated fuel cost is a very affordable $2, making this an economical choice. Given its brevity, this route is ideal for a spontaneous outing or an easy transfer between towns within the Northeast region of Pennsylvania.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Mid-County Expressway | 3 mi | 4m |
| West Ardmore Avenue | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| Ellis Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| State Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| South Monroe Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Lawrence Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| West Chester Pike | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Woodside Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Mid-County Expressway
— 3 mi, about 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Media, PA and Haverford, PA.
1
Start on South Monroe Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Monroe Street
2
Continue on State Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
State Road
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward US 1 North
4
Merge onto US 1
305 ft
·
4 sec
·
Media Bypass
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
Toward I 476: Plymouth Meeting, Chester
Use the slight right lane.
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 476 North: Plymouth Meeting
Use the straight lane.
7
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
Toward I 476 North
Use the left / straight lanes.
8
Merge onto I 476
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Mid-County Expressway
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 9
Toward PA 3: Broomall, Upper Darby
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn right onto PA 3
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
West Chester Pike
Use the right lane.
11
Turn left onto Lawrence Road
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
Lawrence Road
Use the left lane.
12
Turn left onto Ellis Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Ellis Road
13
Turn left onto West Ardmore Avenue
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
West Ardmore Avenue
14
Turn left onto US 30
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
West Lancaster Avenue
15
Turn right onto Woodside Road
0.2 mi
·
47 sec
·
Woodside Road
16
Turn left onto Winsor Lane
343 ft
·
18 sec
·
Winsor Lane
17
Turn left
10 ft
·
0 sec
18
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
5 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 10.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 5.1 miles from Media, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 155 decision points cluster between mile 1.8 and 5.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
1.8 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the exit toward I 476: Plymouth Meeting, Chester
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 476: Plymouth Meeting, Chester
8
2.1 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 476 North: Plymouth Meeting
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 476 North: Plymouth Meeting
6
2.2 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Turn left toward I 476 North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
Toward I 476 North
8
5.7 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Take the exit toward PA 3: Broomall, Upper Darby
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: Broomall, Upper Darby
7
5.9 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
PA 3 / West Chester Pike
Turn right onto PA 3 / West Chester Pike
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.69 one way
$3.38 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $1.85 | $3.69 |
| premium | $4.92 | $1.98 | $3.95 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.27 | $4.53 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.1 | 0 | $1.07 | $0.49 |
| Efficient EV | 2.6 | 0 | $0.89 | $0.41 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.1 | 0 | $1.43 | $0.65 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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 Saturday
Local time
1:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
21m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a varied driving experience on this route, with about 30% of the journey utilizing highway travel. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 3 miles on the Mid-County Expressway, offering a brief taste of faster-paced driving. As you transition off the expressway, the roads will likely become more local, incorporating West Ardmore Avenue and Ellis Road. This mix means you'll experience both open stretches and potentially more navigated sections as you approach your destination.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Mid-County Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.8 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 10.2 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 1.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
378 ft
168 ft
Total Climb
379 ft
Total Descent
344 ft
Highest Point
378 ft
~8 mi in
Elevation Range
210 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Media, PA and Haverford, PA, road signs point toward Chester and Upper Darby.
Chester
1.8 mi in
|
~3m
Upper Darby
5.7 mi in
|
~9m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 21m. Total distance: 10.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (30%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Media, PA to Haverford, PA covers 10.2 miles and takes about 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Mid-County Expressway, West Ardmore Avenue, Ellis Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 5.1 miles from Media, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.69 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 15 significant decision points across 10.2 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 1.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Between Media, PA and Haverford, PA, road signs point toward Chester and Upper Darby.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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