Origin
Upper Darby, PA
Evening in Upper Darby on Sunday
Local time
7:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Upper Darby, PA to Hilltown, PA
Drive Time
3h 4m
Distance
142.2 mi
229 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 53m
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6 AM
3h 4m
8 AM
3h 27m
10 AM
3h 12m
12 PM
3h 10m
3 PM
3h 13m
5 PM
3h 26m
8 PM
2h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hilltown, PA
Jack Pace
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Upper Darby to Hilltown, expect a journey covering 142.2 miles that typically takes about 3 hours and 4 minutes to complete. Because this route stays entirely within the Northeast region of Pennsylvania, it serves as a straightforward day trip that does not require an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $23 for fuel to cover the distance. Navigating this path involves a series of local roads rather than major interstates, so prepare for a slower, more engaged pace. It is an ideal choice if you prefer avoiding highway congestion and want a direct, turn-heavy drive through the local landscape.
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
71.1 miles from Upper Darby, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 32m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highly technical experience behind the wheel, as this route features zero highway miles and relies entirely on local roads like South Lansdowne Avenue, Darby Road, and West Chester Pike. With a 0% highway share, the personality of this drive is defined by frequent turns and constant navigation through local corridors. You will not find any long, monotonous stretches here, as the longest uninterrupted segment is 0 miles on South Lansdowne Avenue. Because the road is consistently turn-heavy, you will need to remain alert and focused throughout the entire 3-hour journey. It is a hands-on driving experience that demands your attention from start to finish.
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.
South Lansdowne Avenue 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 Hilltown, PA is easy. At 3h 4m 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 Hilltown, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Lansdowne Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Darby Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Chester Pike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 476 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Mid-County Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 76 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Schuylkill Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 202 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
South Lansdowne Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Upper Darby, PA and Hilltown, PA.
1
Start on West Providence Road
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
West Providence Road
2
Turn left onto South Lansdowne Avenue
3.0 mi
·
8 min
·
South Lansdowne Avenue
3
Continue on Darby Road
472 ft
·
14 sec
·
Darby Road
4
Turn slight left onto West Chester Pike
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
West Chester Pike
5
Take the exit slight right toward I 476 North: Plymouth Meeting
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
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I 476 North: Plymouth Meeting
6
Merge slight left onto Mid-County Expressway
7.0 mi
·
9 min
·
Mid-County Expressway
7
Take the exit slight right toward I 76 West: Valley Forge
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
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I 76 West: Valley Forge
8
Merge slight left onto Schuylkill Expressway
3.7 mi
·
5 min
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Schuylkill Expressway
9
Take the exit slight right toward US 202, US 422 West: King of Prussia, West Chester, Pottstown
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
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US 202, US 422 West: King of Prussia, West Chester, Pottstown
10
Keep slight left to continue on US 202 South, US 422 West: Mall Boulevard, West Chester, Pottstown, Swedesford Road
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
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US 202 South, US 422 West: Mall Boulevard, West Chester, Pottstown, Swedesford Road
11
Keep slight left to continue on Mall Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
21 sec
·
Mall Boulevard
12
Keep slight left to continue on I 76 West: New Jersey, Harrisburg
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
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I 76 West: New Jersey, Harrisburg
13
Merge slight left onto Schuylkill Expressway
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
Schuylkill Expressway
14
Keep slight left to continue on I 76 West: Harrisburg
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
I 76 West: Harrisburg
15
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
90 mi
·
1 hr 36 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
16
Take the exit slight right toward US 15: Gettysburg, Harrisburg, Gettysburg Pike
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
US 15: Gettysburg, Harrisburg, Gettysburg Pike
17
Keep slight right to continue on US 15 South: Gettysburg
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
US 15 South: Gettysburg
18
Merge slight left
19 mi
·
26 min
19
Take the exit slight right toward PA 234: Heidlersburg, East Berlin
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
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PA 234: Heidlersburg, East Berlin
20
Turn right onto Heidlersburg Road
5.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Heidlersburg Road
21
Continue on East York Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
East York Street
22
Continue on Arendtsville Road
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Arendtsville Road
23
Continue on Main Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
24
At the end of the road, turn left onto North High Street
108 ft
·
4 sec
·
North High Street
25
Turn right onto Chambersburg Street
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
Chambersburg Street
26
Continue on Cashtown Road
3.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Cashtown Road
27
Continue on High Street
479 ft
·
16 sec
·
High Street
28
Turn right onto Hilltown Road
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
Hilltown Road
29
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a turn-heavy local drive, aim to depart during off-peak hours to avoid potential traffic bottlenecks on local roads. With only one recommended stop planned for the 142.2-mile distance, you have plenty of flexibility to pull over whenever you need a quick break. Keep in mind that the lack of highway segments means your progress will be steady but slower than a typical interstate trip. Prioritize checking your tire pressure and fluid levels before leaving Upper Darby, as the frequent turning will put more demand on your vehicle than a straight highway run. Use the $23 fuel budget as a baseline, but remember that local stop-and-go driving can fluctuate your actual consumption.
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 71.1 miles from Upper Darby, PA, or about 1h 32m 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 1h 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 71.1 miles or 1h 32m 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 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hilltown, 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 142.2 miles and 3h 4m.
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.
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 71.1 mi from Upper Darby, PA · 1h 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
71 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 71.1 miles from Upper Darby, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hilltown, PA
The final approach into Hilltown, 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 Hilltown, 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
$23.53 one way
$47.06 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
50 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $25.75 | $51.49 |
| premium | $4.92 | $27.56 | $55.11 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $31.59 | $63.18 |
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: 49.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 42.7 | 0 | $14.93 | $6.83 |
| Efficient EV | 35.6 | 0 | $12.44 | $5.69 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 56.9 | 0 | $19.91 | $9.10 |
Gas CO2
50 kg
EV CO2
17 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
Hilltown, PA
Evening in Hilltown on Sunday
Local time
7:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°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
20 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 4m 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 Hilltown, PA covers 142.2 miles and takes about 3h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Lansdowne Avenue, Darby Road, West Chester Pike. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 71.1 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 $23.53 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 Upper Darby, PA to Hilltown, PA is easy. At 3h 4m 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 Hilltown, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Upper Darby, PA to Hilltown, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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