Origin
Upland, PA
Evening in Upland on Sunday
Local time
8:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Upland, PA to Darby, PA
Drive Time
19m
Distance
9 mi
14 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 18m
★
6 AM
0h 19m
8 AM
0h 23m
10 AM
0h 21m
12 PM
0h 20m
3 PM
0h 21m
5 PM
0h 23m
8 PM
0h 18m
★
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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Darby, PA
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transition between Upland and Darby, Pennsylvania, this 9-mile trip is an efficient option. You can comfortably complete the journey in about 19 minutes, making it a perfect day trip that requires no overnight stops. Your route will primarily utilize West Chester Pike, the Delaware Expressway, and Upland Avenue. With fuel costs estimated at just $1, this is an incredibly budget-friendly way to travel across the Northeast region. Since the drive is so short, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule to head out whenever it suits your plans.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
4.5 miles from Upland, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 9m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. Only 17% of your travel occurs on highways, so you will spend most of your time navigating local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 4.6-mile segment on West Chester Pike. Because the route shifts frequently between different road types, it lacks the monotony of a long-distance interstate haul. You should be prepared for constant adjustments and turns rather than long, high-speed cruising.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Chester Pike is the longest continuous segment at about 4.6 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 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near 3rd Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 9 miles you will encounter 12 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: near the start (3rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (PA 352 / Edgmont Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles: Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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3rd Street
Turn right onto 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
5
1.3 mi into trip
|
~3m in
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PA 352 / Edgmont Avenue
Turn right onto PA 352 / Edgmont Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
1.8 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the ramp toward I 476 North: Plymouth Meeting
Navigation decision point
Toward I 476 North: Plymouth Meeting
7
3.5 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the exit toward Ridley Park
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 8
Toward Ridley Park
6
8.8 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
Main Street
Turn right onto Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Upland, PA to Darby, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Ridley Park along the way.
Ridley Park
3.5 mi in
|
~7m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Chester Pike | 4.6 mi | 9m |
| Delaware Expressway | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Upland Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| East 12th Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| South Stewart Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West 14th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Chester Pike | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
West Chester Pike
— 4.6 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Upland, PA and Darby, PA.
1
Start on Main Street
47 ft
·
4 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn right onto 3rd Street
415 ft
·
20 sec
·
3rd Street
3
Turn left onto Upland Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Upland Avenue
4
Continue on West 14th Street
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
West 14th Street
5
Turn right onto PA 352
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Edgmont Avenue
6
Turn left onto East 12th Street
0.3 mi
·
57 sec
·
East 12th Street
7
Turn left onto Chestnut Street
53 ft
·
2 sec
·
Chestnut Street
8
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 476 North: Plymouth Meeting
9
Merge onto I 95
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Delaware Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 8
Toward Ridley Park
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn left onto South Stewart Avenue
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
South Stewart Avenue
12
Turn right onto US 13
4.6 mi
·
9 min
·
West Chester Pike
Use the right lane.
13
Continue on Chester Pike
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
Chester Pike
14
Turn right onto Main Street
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Main Street
Use the right lane.
15
Turn left onto Ridge Avenue
47 ft
·
2 sec
·
Ridge Avenue
16
Arrive at destination
Ridge Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a brief, 9-mile commute, you do not need to worry about planning for rest stops or meal breaks. You can easily complete the entire distance in under 20 minutes, giving you maximum flexibility for your departure time. Keep an eye on your navigation as you transition between West Chester Pike and the other local roads, as the frequent turns require your full attention. Budgeting $1 for fuel is more than enough to cover the trip, even with current fluctuations. Use this short travel time to your advantage by planning your arrival in Darby with precision, rather than worrying about mid-trip fatigue or refueling logistics.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 4.5 miles from Upland, PA, or about 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 4.6 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 9 miles or 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 4.5 miles or 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Darby, 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.
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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 Upland, PA
This is one driving day of about 9 miles and 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Upland, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on West Chester Pike for about 4.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 4.5 mi from Upland, PA · 9m into the drive
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 9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 4.5 miles from Upland, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Darby, PA
The final approach into 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 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
$1.49 one way
$2.98 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $1.63 | $3.26 |
| premium | $4.92 | $1.74 | $3.49 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.00 | $4.00 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.7 | 0 | $0.94 | $0.43 |
| Efficient EV | 2.3 | 0 | $0.79 | $0.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.6 | 0 | $1.26 | $0.58 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Darby, PA
Evening in Darby on Sunday
Local time
8:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°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
1 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
19m 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 Darby, PA covers 9 miles and takes about 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Chester Pike, Delaware Expressway, Upland Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4.5 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 $1.49 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 9 miles you will encounter 12 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: near the start (3rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (PA 352 / Edgmont Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles: Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Upland, PA to Darby, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Ridley Park along the way.
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