Origin
Tunkhannock, PA
Evening in Tunkhannock on Sunday
Local time
8:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Tunkhannock, PA to Upper Darby, PA
Drive Time
2h 58m
Distance
135.5 mi
218 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 47m
★
6 AM
2h 58m
8 AM
3h 21m
10 AM
3h 6m
12 PM
3h 4m
3 PM
3h 7m
5 PM
3h 19m
8 PM
2h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Tunkhannock, PA
Jack Pace
Trip Overview
Traveling from Tunkhannock to Upper Darby covers 135.5 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 58 minutes. Because this route is a straightforward, highway-focused drive within Pennsylvania's Northeast region, it is perfectly suited for a single-day trip. You should budget approximately $22 for fuel to complete the journey. Since the drive is under three hours, there is no need to split this into an overnight excursion. This trip serves as an efficient connection between the quiet character of the Northeast and the more densely populated areas near Philadelphia. It is a practical route for those prioritizing a direct path over scenic detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
67.8 miles from Tunkhannock, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 32m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a trip defined by efficiency, as 74% of your travel time will be spent on major highways. You will navigate via Tunkhannock Highway, the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, and the Mid-County Expressway. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, where you can settle into an 85.8-mile run. While the start of your journey begins on local roads, the route quickly transitions into a fast-paced interstate drive. This combination keeps the pace steady, helping you reach your destination without the frequent stop-and-go traffic found on rural backroads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 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 85.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and Tunkhannock Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 32.2 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 135.5 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 32.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 32.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 32.7 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
32.2 mi into trip
|
~53m in
Keep slight left at fork toward PATP
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward PATP
5
32.3 mi into trip
|
~54m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 476 South: Allentown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 476 South: Allentown
5
32.7 mi into trip
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~55m 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
118.3 mi into trip
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~2h 27m 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
129.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 42m 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 Tunkhannock, PA to Upper Darby, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Patp along the way.
Patp
31.8 mi in
|
~53m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension | 85.8 mi | 1h 32m |
| Tunkhannock Highway | 15.8 mi | 25m |
| Mid-County Expressway | 10.8 mi | 14m |
| Memorial Highway | 9.7 mi | 16m |
| PA 115 | 4.3 mi | 7m |
| Lansdowne Avenue | 3 mi | 8m |
| West Chester Pike | 2.5 mi | 5m |
| Hunter Highway | 1.9 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
— 85.8 mi, about 1h 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tunkhannock, PA and Upper Darby, PA.
1
Start on PA 29
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
Bridge Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Continue on PA 29
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Tunkhannock Highway
3
Continue on PA 29
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Hunter Highway
4
Continue on PA 29
16 mi
·
24 min
·
Tunkhannock Highway
5
Turn left onto PA 309; PA 415
9.7 mi
·
16 min
·
Memorial Highway
6
Continue on PA 115
4.3 mi
·
7 min
·
PA 115
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward PATP
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
Toward PATP
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Toward I 476 South: Allentown
10
Merge onto I 476; PATP
85 mi
·
1 hr 32 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Use the none lane.
11
Continue on I 476; PATP
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Exit 20
Use the none lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 476; PATP
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Use the slight left lane.
13
Continue on I 476
11 mi
·
14 min
·
Mid-County Expressway
Use the none lane.
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
59 sec
Exit 9
Toward PA 3: Upper Darby, Broomall
Use the slight right lane.
15
Turn left onto PA 3
2.5 mi
·
5 min
·
West Chester Pike
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
16
Turn slight right onto Darby Road
471 ft
·
13 sec
·
Darby Road
Use the right lane.
17
Continue on Lansdowne Avenue
3.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Lansdowne Avenue
Use the none lane.
18
Turn right onto West Providence Road
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
West Providence Road
19
Arrive at destination
West Providence Road
Trip Plan
Planning for this 135.5-mile drive is simple, as you only need to account for one planned stop to keep your energy up. Aim to leave during off-peak hours to avoid potential congestion on the Mid-County Expressway as you approach your final destination. Because the route relies heavily on major turnpikes and expressways, ensure your toll payment method is ready before you hit the road. If you find yourself needing a break, use your one stop to refuel midway through the journey to avoid premium prices near the city. This flexibility allows you to easily manage the three-hour duration according to your own schedule.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 67.8 miles from Tunkhannock, PA, or about 1h 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 85.8 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 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 67.8 miles or 1h 32m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 19m
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 Tunkhannock, 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 Tunkhannock, PA
This is one driving day of about 135.5 miles and 2h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Tunkhannock, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension for about 85.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 67.8 mi from Tunkhannock, PA · 1h 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
68 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 67.8 miles from Tunkhannock, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 85.8 miles.
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
$22.42 one way
$44.84 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
47 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $24.53 | $49.07 |
| premium | $4.92 | $26.26 | $52.51 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $30.10 | $60.21 |
Estimated Tolls: $11.16
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(85.8 mi)
$11.16
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
$22
Tolls
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 47.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 40.7 | 0 | $14.23 | $6.50 |
| Efficient EV | 33.9 | 0 | $11.86 | $5.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 54.2 | 0 | $18.97 | $8.67 |
Gas CO2
47 kg
EV CO2
16 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
Upper Darby, PA
Evening in Upper Darby on Sunday
Local time
8:28 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
2h 58m 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 Tunkhannock, PA to Upper Darby, PA covers 135.5 miles and takes about 2h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, Tunkhannock Highway, Mid-County Expressway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 67.8 miles from Tunkhannock, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.42 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 135.5 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 32.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 32.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 32.7 miles (I 476; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Tunkhannock, PA to Upper Darby, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Patp along the way.
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