Origin
Upper Darby, PA
Morning in Upper Darby on Wednesday
Local time
8:06 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Upper Darby, PA to Bridgeville, PA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
2h 18m
Distance
83.5 mi
134 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 9m
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6 AM
2h 19m
8 AM
2h 38m
10 AM
2h 25m
12 PM
2h 24m
3 PM
2h 26m
5 PM
2h 37m
8 PM
2h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bridgeville, PA
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Upper Darby to Bridgeville covers 83.5 miles across the state of Pennsylvania. You should plan for a duration of approximately 2 hours and 18 minutes to complete this journey. Because this route relies on local roads rather than interstates, it is perfectly suited for a single-day trip without the need for an overnight stay. Expect to spend about $13 on fuel for the trip, making it an affordable option for a quick transit between these two Northeast locations. Since there are no scheduled stops required, you have the flexibility to manage your own pace throughout the drive.
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
41.8 miles from Upper Darby, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 9m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate grind, this route avoids highways entirely, resulting in a 0% highway share. You will navigate through various local corridors, including Springfield Road, State Road, and the Media Bypass. Because the longest stretch of uninterrupted driving is 0 miles on Springfield Road, you will find yourself constantly adjusting to the road's flow. This profile offers a distinct, hands-on driving experience that requires more attention than typical high-speed transit routes.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Springfield 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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Upper Darby, PA to Bridgeville, PA is easy. At 2h 18m 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 Upper Darby, PA to Bridgeville, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Springfield Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| State Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Media Bypass | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Baltimore Pike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Kennett-Oxford Bypass | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| PA 472 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Lancaster Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Kirkwood Pike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Springfield Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Upper Darby, PA and Bridgeville, PA.
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Start on West Providence Road
0.4 mi
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1 min
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West Providence Road
2
Turn right onto Springfield Road
3.8 mi
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8 min
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Springfield Road
3
Turn left onto State Road
0.8 mi
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1 min
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State Road
4
Continue on Media Bypass
4.0 mi
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5 min
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Media Bypass
5
Continue on Baltimore Pike
15 mi
·
26 min
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Baltimore Pike
6
Continue on Kennett-Oxford Bypass
17 mi
·
23 min
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Kennett-Oxford Bypass
7
Take the exit slight right toward PA 472: Quarryville, Oxford
0.2 mi
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32 sec
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PA 472: Quarryville, Oxford
8
Turn right onto West Lancaster Avenue
2.5 mi
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4 min
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West Lancaster Avenue
9
Continue on Kirkwood Pike
8.9 mi
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12 min
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Kirkwood Pike
10
Continue on South Lime Street
0.7 mi
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1 min
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South Lime Street
11
Turn left onto East State Street
0.9 mi
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2 min
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East State Street
12
Continue on Buck Road
3.3 mi
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5 min
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Buck Road
13
Turn left onto Friendly Drive
0.4 mi
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41 sec
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Friendly Drive
14
Continue on Holtwood Road
9.6 mi
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13 min
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Holtwood Road
15
At the end of the road, turn right onto Delta Road
3.4 mi
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5 min
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Delta Road
16
Turn right onto Furnace Road
10 mi
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18 min
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Furnace Road
17
Turn right onto Old Bridgeville Road
1.9 mi
·
7 min
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Old Bridgeville Road
18
Continue on Green Branch Road
476 ft
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21 sec
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Green Branch Road
19
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given the local nature of these roads, try to time your departure to avoid peak traffic hours to ensure you maintain your estimated 2-hour and 18-minute travel time. Since the entire trip is relatively short, you do not need to worry about complex refueling stops, though keeping your tank topped off for the $13 estimated cost is a smart habit. Take advantage of the route's flexibility by planning your own breaks whenever you feel the need to stretch your legs. Most importantly, pay close attention to your navigation as you transition between Springfield Road, State Road, and the Media Bypass, as the lack of highway signage means you should stay alert for local turn markers.
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 41.8 miles from Upper Darby, PA, or about 1h 9m 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 80 miles or 2h 12m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.8 miles or 1h 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 1h 57m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bridgeville, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Upper Darby, 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 Upper Darby, PA
This is one driving day of about 83.5 miles and 2h 18m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Upper Darby, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 41.8 mi from Upper Darby, PA · 1h 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
42 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 41.8 miles from Upper Darby, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bridgeville, PA
The final approach into Bridgeville, 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 Bridgeville, 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
$13.84 one way
$27.69 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $15.16 | $30.32 |
| premium | $4.93 | $16.19 | $32.39 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.44 | $36.87 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25.1 | 0 | $8.77 | $4.01 |
| Efficient EV | 20.9 | 0 | $7.31 | $3.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 33.4 | 0 | $11.69 | $5.34 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 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
Bridgeville, PA
Morning in Bridgeville on Wednesday
Local time
8:06 AM
EDT
Current temp
78°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 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 18m 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 Upper Darby, PA to Bridgeville, PA covers 83.5 miles and takes about 2h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Springfield Road, State Road, Media Bypass. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 41.8 miles from Upper Darby, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.84 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.
The drive from Upper Darby, PA to Bridgeville, PA is easy. At 2h 18m 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 Upper Darby, PA to Bridgeville, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Upper Darby, PA to Bridgeville, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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