Origin
Upper Darby, PA
Evening in Upper Darby on Sunday
Local time
8:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Upper Darby, PA to Jim Thorpe, PA
Drive Time
1h 43m
Distance
80.7 mi
130 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 36m
★
6 AM
1h 44m
8 AM
1h 59m
10 AM
1h 49m
12 PM
1h 48m
3 PM
1h 50m
5 PM
1h 59m
8 PM
1h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jim Thorpe, PA
Michael Taccetta
Trip Overview
If you are looking to escape the suburbs of Upper Darby for the rolling terrain of Jim Thorpe, this 80.7-mile trek is a straightforward journey. You can comfortably complete the drive in about 1 hour and 43 minutes, making it an excellent candidate for a single-day excursion. Budget roughly $13 for fuel to cover the distance, which primarily utilizes the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension. Because the travel time is relatively short, there is no need to plan for an overnight stay unless you prefer a slower pace. The route keeps you entirely within Pennsylvania, transitioning you from the dense suburban landscape of the Philadelphia area into the distinct topography of the state's northeastern region.
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
40.3 miles from Upper Darby, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 55m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 83% of this trip is spent on high-speed thoroughfares. You will start by navigating local routes like South Lansdowne Avenue before merging onto the Mid-County Expressway to connect with the main artery. The heart of the drive consists of a significant 56-mile stretch on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, which allows for consistent speeds and efficient travel. While the beginning involves local road navigation, the majority of your time behind the wheel is dedicated to steady interstate cruising. Transitioning from these fast-paced highway sections into the final approach toward Jim Thorpe provides a noticeable change in the road's personality.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension is the longest continuous segment at about 56 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and Mid-County Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near South Lansdowne Avenue.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 80.7 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (South Lansdowne Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 72.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
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South Lansdowne Avenue
Turn left onto South Lansdowne Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
5.6 mi into trip
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~13m in
Take the exit toward I 476 North: Plymouth Meeting
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 476 North: Plymouth Meeting
8
72.8 mi into trip
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~1h 30m in
Take the exit toward US 209: Mahoning Valley, Lehighton, Stroudsburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 74
Toward US 209: Mahoning Valley, Lehighton, Stro...
7
73.4 mi into trip
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~1h 31m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 209 South: Lehighton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward US 209 South: Lehighton
8
73.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 32m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 209 South: Lehighton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Toward US 209 South: Lehighton
Towns Along This Route
Between Upper Darby, PA and Jim Thorpe, PA, road signs point toward Lehighton and Stroudsburg.
Lehighton
72.8 mi in
|
~1h 30m
Stroudsburg
72.8 mi in
|
~1h 30m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension | 56 mi | 1h |
| Mid-County Expressway | 10.8 mi | 14m |
| South Lansdowne Avenue | 3 mi | 8m |
| West Chester Pike | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| Mauch Chunk Street | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Interchange Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| North 1st Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Sargent Stanley Hoffman Boulevard | 0.6 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
— 56 mi, about 1h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Upper Darby, PA and Jim Thorpe, 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
Use the none lane.
3
Continue on Darby Road
471 ft
·
13 sec
·
Darby Road
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
4
Turn slight left onto PA 3
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
West Chester Pike
Use the straight lane.
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
Toward I 476 North: Plymouth Meeting
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Merge onto I 476
11 mi
·
14 min
·
Mid-County Expressway
Use the none lane.
7
Turn slight left onto I 476
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
·
Mid-County Expressway
Use the none lane.
8
Continue on I 476; PATP
56 mi
·
1 hr
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Use the none lane.
9
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 74
Toward US 209: Mahoning Valley, Lehighton, Stroudsburg
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward US 209 South: Lehighton
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork
420 ft
·
10 sec
Toward US 209 South: Lehighton
Use the none lane.
12
Merge onto US 209
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Interchange Road
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on US 209
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Bridge Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
14
Continue on US 209
0.1 mi
·
7 sec
·
Bankway Street
15
Continue on US 209
0.6 mi
·
55 sec
·
Sargent Stanley Hoffman Boulevard
Toward US 209 South
Use the straight lane.
16
Continue on US 209
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North 1st Street
17
Continue on US 209
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Mauch Chunk Street
18
Continue on US 209
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
Susquehanna Street
19
Turn right onto US 209
123 ft
·
1 sec
·
Lehigh Avenue
20
Continue on US 209
0.5 mi
·
33 sec
·
Lehigh Street
21
Turn right onto PA 903
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Street
22
Turn left onto West 6th Street
135 ft
·
5 sec
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West 6th Street
23
Arrive at destination
West 6th Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a manageable drive of under two hours, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. However, checking traffic conditions on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension before you head out is a smart way to avoid potential congestion. You won't need to plan for formal stops given the short duration, but keep your fuel budget of $13 in mind if you prefer to fill up before leaving Upper Darby. Because the drive is direct and lacks scheduled stops, consider using the time saved on the road to maximize your arrival hours in Jim Thorpe. Keeping a steady pace on the longer highway stretches will help you reach your destination with minimal stress.
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 40.3 miles from Upper Darby, PA, or about 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 56 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 80 miles or 1h 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.3 miles or 55m 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 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jim Thorpe, 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 80.7 miles and 1h 43m.
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.
The longest stretch is on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension for about 56 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 40.3 mi from Upper Darby, PA · 55m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
40 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 40.3 miles from Upper Darby, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Jim Thorpe, PA
The final approach into Jim Thorpe, 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 Jim Thorpe, 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
$13.35 one way
$26.71 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $14.61 | $29.22 |
| premium | $4.92 | $15.64 | $31.28 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $17.93 | $35.86 |
Estimated Tolls: $7.28
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(56 mi)
$7.28
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Tolls
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.2 | 0 | $8.47 | $3.87 |
| Efficient EV | 20.2 | 0 | $7.06 | $3.23 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 32.3 | 0 | $11.30 | $5.16 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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
Jim Thorpe, PA
Evening in Jim Thorpe on Sunday
Local time
8:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°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
22 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 43m 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 Jim Thorpe, PA covers 80.7 miles and takes about 1h 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, Mid-County Expressway, South Lansdowne Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 40.3 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 $13.35 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 demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 80.7 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (South Lansdowne Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 72.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Upper Darby, PA and Jim Thorpe, PA, road signs point toward Lehighton and Stroudsburg.
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