Origin
Upper Darby, PA
Late night in Upper Darby on Friday
Local time
2:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Upper Darby, PA to Fairmount, PA
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
1h 25m
Distance
52.8 mi
85 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 19m
★
6 AM
1h 26m
8 AM
1h 39m
10 AM
1h 30m
12 PM
1h 29m
3 PM
1h 31m
5 PM
1h 38m
8 PM
1h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fairmount, PA
Michael Taccetta
Trip Overview
This 52.8-mile drive from Upper Darby, PA, to Fairmount, PA, is estimated to take about 1 hour and 25 minutes. It's a straightforward trip primarily using local roads like Baltimore Pike and Media Bypass, with a significant portion on the Kennett-Oxford Bypass. Since there's no highway driving and the duration is manageable, this route is ideal as a single-day trip. The estimated fuel cost is around $9, making it an affordable journey. You'll be staying within Pennsylvania for this entire drive, traversing the Northeast region.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 25m. Total distance: 52.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, with no highway segments at all. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 20.3 miles on the Kennett-Oxford Bypass. This means you'll be navigating through various towns and local traffic patterns for much of the journey. The character of the drive will likely shift as you move between different local roads, offering a varied driving experience rather than a monotonous interstate grind.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Kennett-Oxford Bypass is the longest continuous segment at about 20.3 miles.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
538 ft
56 ft
Total Climb
1,084 ft
Total Descent
621 ft
Highest Point
538 ft
~33.9 mi in
Elevation Range
481 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 4.2 miles in near US 1 / State Road.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 25m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.2 miles (US 1 / State Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 24.2 miles (US 1 / Kennett-Oxford Bypass): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 44.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
4.2 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
US 1 / State Road
Turn left onto US 1 / State Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
4
24.2 mi into trip
|
~43m in
|
US 1 / Kennett-Oxford Bypass
Continue onto US 1 / Kennett-Oxford Bypass toward Oxford, Rising Sun
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Oxford, Rising Sun
4
44.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
Take the exit toward PA 272: Nottingham
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward PA 272: Nottingham
4
44.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
|
PA 272 / West Christine Road
Turn right onto PA 272 / West Christine Road
Navigation decision point
5
52.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 25m in
|
Fairmount Road
Turn sharp right onto Fairmount Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Upper Darby, PA and Fairmount, PA, road signs point toward Oxford and Rising Sun.
Oxford
24.2 mi in
|
~43m
|
via US 1
Rising Sun
24.2 mi in
|
~43m
|
via US 1
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Kennett-Oxford Bypass | 20.3 mi | 27m |
| Baltimore Pike | 15.3 mi | 26m |
| Media Bypass | 4 mi | 5m |
| Springfield Road | 3.8 mi | 8m |
| Nottingham Road | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| West Christine Road | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Little Britain Road North | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| State Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Kennett-Oxford Bypass
— 20.3 mi, about 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Upper Darby, PA and Fairmount, PA.
1
Start on West Providence Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
West Providence Road
2
Turn right onto Springfield Road
3.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Springfield Road
3
Turn left onto US 1
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
State Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
4
Continue on US 1
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Media Bypass
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Continue on US 1
15 mi
·
26 min
·
Baltimore Pike
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on US 1
20 mi
·
27 min
·
Kennett-Oxford Bypass
Toward Oxford, Rising Sun
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
59 sec
Toward PA 272: Nottingham
8
Turn right onto PA 272
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
West Christine Road
9
Continue on PA 272
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Nottingham Road
10
Turn right onto Green Lane
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Green Lane
11
Turn right onto Little Britain Road North
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Little Britain Road North
12
Turn sharp right onto Fairmount Road
49 ft
·
2 sec
·
Fairmount Road
13
Arrive at destination
Fairmount Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.4 mi from Upper Darby, PA · 46m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.4 miles from Upper Darby, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Fairmount, PA
The final approach into Fairmount, PA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.75 one way
$17.51 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $9.59 | $19.17 |
| premium | $4.93 | $10.24 | $20.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.66 | $23.32 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.54 | $2.53 |
| Efficient EV | 13.2 | 0 | $4.62 | $2.11 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.1 | 0 | $7.39 | $3.38 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Fairmount, PA
Late night in Fairmount on Friday
Local time
2:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°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
16 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
1h 25m 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 Fairmount, PA covers 52.8 miles and takes about 1h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Kennett-Oxford Bypass, Baltimore Pike, Media Bypass. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.4 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 $8.75 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 is a straightforward 1h 25m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 4.2 miles (US 1 / State Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 24.2 miles (US 1 / Kennett-Oxford Bypass): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 44.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Between Upper Darby, PA and Fairmount, PA, road signs point toward Oxford and Rising Sun.
Gently rolling terrain. The route ranges from 56 ft to 538 ft elevation with about 1,084 ft of total climbing.
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.
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