Origin
Upland, PA
Afternoon in Upland on Saturday
Local time
3:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Upland, PA to Caln, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
52m
Distance
28.9 mi
47 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 48m
★
6 AM
0h 52m
8 AM
1h 1m
10 AM
0h 55m
12 PM
0h 55m
3 PM
0h 56m
5 PM
1h 1m
8 PM
0h 50m
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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Caln, PA
Haneul Trac
Trip Overview
Upland, PA to Caln, PA is 28.9 miles and takes about 52 minutes via North Middletown Road, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Pennsylvania, navigating through the Northeast region. Expect a local driving experience, characterized by frequent turns and a relatively short travel time. Given its proximity and brief duration, this route is ideal for a single-day excursion, allowing for a relaxed pace without the need for an overnight stay.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Middletown Road | 5.8 mi | 9m |
| Downingtown Pike | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| West Chester Pike | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| US 322 | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| Lincoln Highway | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| South New Middletown Road | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| East Lancaster Avenue | 1.4 mi | 3m |
| South Chester Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
North Middletown Road
— 5.8 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Upland, PA and Caln, PA.
1
Start on Main Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
2
Continue on Upland Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Upland Road
3
Turn left onto PA 352
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Edgmont Avenue
Use the straight lane.
4
Continue on PA 352
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
South New Middletown Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Continue on PA 352
5.8 mi
·
9 min
·
North Middletown Road
6
Continue on PA 352
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
South Chester Road
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
7
Turn left onto PA 3; PA 352
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
West Chester Pike
Use the left / straight lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
Toward US 322 West, US 202 North: King of Prussia, Downingtown
Use the slight right lane.
9
Merge onto US 202; US 322
0.6 mi
·
48 sec
·
West Chester Bypass
10
Take the exit onto US 322
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
US 322
Toward US 322 West: Downingtown
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn right onto US 322
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Downingtown Pike
Use the straight lane.
12
Continue on US 322
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Brandywine Avenue
13
Turn left onto US 322; US 30 BUS
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
East Lancaster Avenue
14
Continue on US 30 BUS
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Lincoln Highway
15
Turn right onto Seltzer Avenue
225 ft
·
9 sec
·
Seltzer Avenue
16
Arrive at destination
Seltzer Avenue
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 1.2 and 19.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.2 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
PA 352 / Edgmont Avenue
Turn left onto PA 352 / Edgmont Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
12.2 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
PA 3; PA 352 / West Chester Pike
Turn left onto PA 3; PA 352 / West Chester Pike
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
7
15.4 mi into trip
|
~28m in
Take the exit toward US 322 West, US 202 North: King of Prussia, Downingtown
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 US 322 West, US 202 North: King of Pruss...
6
16.3 mi into trip
|
~29m in
|
US 322
Take the exit onto US 322 toward US 322 West: Downingtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 322 West: Downingtown
5
19.1 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
US 322 / Downingtown Pike
Turn right onto US 322 / Downingtown Pike
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.79 one way
$9.58 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $5.25 | $10.50 |
| premium | $4.93 | $5.60 | $11.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.38 | $12.76 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.7 | 0 | $3.03 | $1.39 |
| Efficient EV | 7.2 | 0 | $2.53 | $1.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.6 | 0 | $4.05 | $1.85 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Caln, PA
Afternoon in Caln on Saturday
Local time
3:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
17 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
52m 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?
This route offers a turn-heavy local drive, meaning you'll encounter numerous intersections and changes in direction. With only a 10% highway share, most of your journey will be on local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll experience is 5.8 miles on North Middletown Road. This driving profile suggests a more engaged experience behind the wheel, rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as you navigate through familiar community landscapes.
Only 10% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 5.8 mi on North Middletown Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 miles in near PA 352 / Edgmont Avenue.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 28.9 miles you will encounter 8 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 1.2 miles (PA 352 / Edgmont Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 12.2 miles (PA 3; PA 352 / West Chester Pike): Lane positioning matters here; at 15.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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.
On the drive from Upland, PA to Caln, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Downingtown along the way.
Downingtown
15.4 mi in
|
~28m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 52m. Total distance: 28.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 5.8 miles on North Middletown Road. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Caln, PA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles (PA 352 / Edgmont Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 12.2 miles (PA 3; PA 352 / West Chester Pike): Lane positioning matters here; at 15.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — First State National Historical Park, Valley Forge National Historical Park and Independence National Historical Park (4 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Caln, PA before heading back.
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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