Origin
Upland, PA
Late night in Upland on Saturday
Local time
5:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Upland, PA to Upper Darby, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
54m
Distance
30.6 mi
49 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 50m
★
6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 4m
10 AM
0h 58m
12 PM
0h 57m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 3m
8 PM
0h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Upland, PA
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Trip Overview
Upland, PA to Upper Darby, PA is 30.6 miles and takes about 54 minutes via East Baltimore Pike, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Pennsylvania, traversing familiar Northeast regions. Expect a route characterized by local roads, making it a straightforward, turn-heavy experience. It's a short trip, ideal for a quick errand or a simple connection between two points without needing an overnight stay.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 54m. Total distance: 30.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
This route is a turn-heavy local drive, with no highway mileage to speak of. You'll navigate primarily using local roads like East Baltimore Pike and Media Bypass. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 13.7 miles on East Baltimore Pike. Prepare for a driving experience that involves frequent turns and local traffic patterns rather than high-speed cruising.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Baltimore Pike is the longest continuous segment at about 13.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 3 miles in near PA 82 / North Unionville Road.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 30.6 miles you will encounter 7 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3 miles (PA 82 / North Unionville Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 4.2 miles (PA 926 / Street Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.9 miles (US 1; PA 52 / East Baltimore Pike): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
3 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
PA 82 / North Unionville Road
Enter roundabout onto PA 82 / North Unionville Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
4.2 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
PA 926 / Street Road
Turn left onto PA 926 / Street Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
7.9 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
US 1; PA 52 / East Baltimore Pike
Turn left onto US 1; PA 52 / East Baltimore Pike
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
7
21.6 mi into trip
|
~38m in
|
US 1 / Media Bypass
Keep slight right at fork onto US 1 / Media Bypass toward US 1 North: Springfield
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 1 North: Springfield
5
26.4 mi into trip
|
~45m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Baltimore Pike | 13.7 mi | 24m |
| Media Bypass | 4.1 mi | 5m |
| Street Road | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| West Springfield Road | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| Clonmell Upland Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| North Springfield Road | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| North Unionville Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| West Doe Run Road | 1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
East Baltimore Pike
— 13.7 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Upland, PA and Upper Darby, PA.
1
Start on PA 842
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Clonmell Upland Road
2
Turn right onto PA 82; PA 842
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West Doe Run Road
3
Enter roundabout onto PA 82
29 ft
·
0 sec
·
North Unionville Road
4
Continue on PA 82
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
North Unionville Road
5
Turn left onto PA 926
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Street Road
Use the left lane.
6
Turn right onto PA 52
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Lenape Road
7
Turn left onto US 1; PA 52
14 mi
·
24 min
·
East Baltimore Pike
Use the straight / left lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto US 1
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Media Bypass
Toward US 1 North: Springfield
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on US 1
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
State Road
Use the straight lane.
10
Take the exit
196 ft
·
6 sec
Use the right lane.
11
Turn straight onto West Springfield Road
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
West Springfield Road
12
Continue on North Springfield Road
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
North Springfield Road
13
Turn left onto East Providence Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East Providence Road
14
Arrive at destination
West Providence Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15.3 mi from Upland, PA · 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 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 30.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.3 miles from Upland, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Upper Darby, PA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Upper Darby, PA if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.07 one way
$10.15 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $5.56 | $11.11 |
| premium | $4.93 | $5.93 | $11.87 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.76 | $13.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.21 | $1.47 |
| Efficient EV | 7.7 | 0 | $2.68 | $1.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.2 | 0 | $4.28 | $1.96 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Late night in Upper Darby on Saturday
Local time
5:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
46°F
Westtown, PA
15 mi in
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
15 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
54m 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 Upland, PA to Upper Darby, PA covers 30.6 miles and takes about 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Baltimore Pike, Media Bypass, Street Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15.3 miles from Upland, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.07 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 30.6 miles you will encounter 7 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 3 miles (PA 82 / North Unionville Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 4.2 miles (PA 926 / Street Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.9 miles (US 1; PA 52 / East Baltimore Pike): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Upland, PA to Upper Darby, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include First State National Historical Park, Independence National Historical Park and Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial. There are 4 parks within detour distance of this route.
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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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