Origin
Upland, PA
Morning in Upland on Friday
Local time
9:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Upland, PA to Chambersburg, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 6m
Distance
147.5 mi
237 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 55m
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6 AM
3h 7m
8 AM
3h 30m
10 AM
3h 15m
12 PM
3h 13m
3 PM
3h 16m
5 PM
3h 29m
8 PM
3h 0m
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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Chambersburg, PA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Upland, PA to Chambersburg, PA covers 147.5 miles and takes about 3h 6m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Upland Road, Edgmont Avenue, South New Middletown Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $24.45 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
73.7 miles from Upland, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 33m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 6m. Total distance: 147.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 3h 6m drive with frequent turns across 147.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Upland Road 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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Upland, PA to Chambersburg, PA is easy. At 3h 6m 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 Upland, PA to Chambersburg, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Upland Road | — | — |
| Edgmont Avenue | — | — |
| South New Middletown Road | — | — |
| North Middletown Road | — | — |
| South Chester Road | — | — |
| West Chester Pike | — | — |
| US 322 West | — | — |
| West Chester Bypass | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Upland Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Upland, PA and Chambersburg, 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 Edgmont Avenue
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Edgmont Avenue
4
Continue on South New Middletown Road
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
South New Middletown Road
5
Continue on North Middletown Road
5.8 mi
·
9 min
·
North Middletown Road
6
Continue on South Chester Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
South Chester Road
7
Turn left onto West Chester Pike
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
West Chester Pike
8
Take the exit slight right toward US 322 West, US 202 North: King of Prussia, Downingtown
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
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US 322 West, US 202 North: King of Prussia, Downingtown
9
Merge slight left onto West Chester Bypass
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
West Chester Bypass
10
Take the exit slight right toward PA 100 North: Exton
7.5 mi
·
11 min
·
PA 100 North: Exton
11
Take the exit slight right toward PATP
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
PATP
12
Keep slight left to continue on I 76 West: Harrisburg
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
I 76 West: Harrisburg
13
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
86 mi
·
1 hr 31 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
14
Take the exit slight right toward I 81, US 11: Carlisle, Chambersburg
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 81, US 11: Carlisle, Chambersburg
15
Keep slight right to continue on US 11 South: Carlisle
515 ft
·
17 sec
·
US 11 South: Carlisle
16
Turn straight onto Harrisburg Pike
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Harrisburg Pike
17
Continue on North Hanover Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North Hanover Street
18
Turn right onto West North Street
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
West North Street
19
Turn left onto North West Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North West Street
20
Turn slight right onto Walnut Bottom Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Walnut Bottom Road
21
Take the ramp slight right
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
22
Merge slight left
30 mi
·
34 min
23
Take the exit slight right toward Lincoln Way
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Lincoln Way
24
Turn right onto Lincoln Way East
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Lincoln Way East
25
Turn right onto North 2nd Street
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
North 2nd Street
26
Turn left onto East King Street
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
East King Street
27
Turn left onto North Main Street
509 ft
·
19 sec
·
North Main Street
28
Keep slight left to continue on North Main Street
52 ft
·
2 sec
·
North Main Street
29
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 73.7 miles from Upland, PA, or about 1h 33m 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 32 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 73.7 miles or 1h 33m 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 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Chambersburg, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Upland, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Upland, PA
This is one driving day of about 147.5 miles and 3h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Upland, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 73.7 mi from Upland, PA · 1h 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
74 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 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 73.7 miles from Upland, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Chambersburg, PA
The final approach into Chambersburg, 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 Chambersburg, 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
$24.45 one way
$48.91 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
52 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $26.78 | $53.56 |
| premium | $4.93 | $28.61 | $57.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.57 | $65.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 44.3 | 0 | $15.49 | $7.08 |
| Efficient EV | 36.9 | 0 | $12.91 | $5.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 59 | 0 | $20.65 | $9.44 |
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 kg (67% 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
Chambersburg, PA
Morning in Chambersburg on Friday
Local time
9:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°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
15 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
3h 6m 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 Chambersburg, PA covers 147.5 miles and takes about 3h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Upland Road, Edgmont Avenue, South New Middletown Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 73.7 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 $24.45 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Upland, PA to Chambersburg, PA is easy. At 3h 6m 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 Upland, PA to Chambersburg, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Upland, PA to Chambersburg, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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