Origin
Upper Darby, PA
Night in Upper Darby on Sunday
Local time
9:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Upper Darby, PA to Lehighton, PA
Drive Time
1h 38m
Distance
77 mi
124 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 31m
★
6 AM
1h 38m
8 AM
1h 53m
10 AM
1h 44m
12 PM
1h 42m
3 PM
1h 44m
5 PM
1h 53m
8 PM
1h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lehighton, PA
Andaru Firmansyah
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick getaway from Upper Darby to Lehighton, expect a straightforward 77-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 38 minutes to complete. This trip is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as it is short enough to handle in one go without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via the Mid-County Expressway and the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension to reach your destination. Budgeting approximately $13 for fuel makes this a very cost-effective route for a weekend escape. Since both locations are situated within the Northeast region of Pennsylvania, the transition between them is seamless and familiar for local travelers. It is an efficient path that prioritizes speed and directness over scenic detours.
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
38.5 miles from Upper Darby, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 53m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 87% of your time behind the wheel will be spent on major roads. The drive begins with a brief transition through local streets like South Lansdowne Avenue before you quickly merge onto the fast-paced expressway system. You will settle into a steady rhythm during the longest stretch of the trip, which covers 56 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension. Because the route is dominated by high-speed corridors, the personality of the drive remains consistent and functional rather than technical. You should prepare for a focused, interstate-heavy transit that gets you from the suburbs of Philadelphia to the Lehighton area with minimal interruption.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 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 5.6 miles in.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 77 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 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; at 73.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
5.6 mi into trip
|
~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
|
~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
|
~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
6
76.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 38m in
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3rd Street
At end of road, turn left onto 3rd Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Upper Darby, PA to Lehighton, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Stroudsburg along the way.
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 |
| Interchange Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Sargent Stanley Hoffman Boulevard | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Bridge Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| West Providence Road | 0.3 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 Lehighton, 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
·
51 sec
·
Sargent Stanley Hoffman Boulevard
Toward US 209 South
16
Turn sharp left onto US 209
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
North First Street
17
Turn right onto North Street
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
North Street
18
At end of road, turn left onto 3rd Street
83 ft
·
7 sec
·
3rd Street
19
Turn right onto Mahoning Street
467 ft
·
16 sec
·
Mahoning Street
20
Turn left onto South 4th Street
87 ft
·
3 sec
·
South 4th Street
21
Arrive at destination
South 4th Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip with no required stops, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure schedule. To make the most of your time, try to avoid peak commuting hours on the turnpike, as the highway-heavy nature of the route can lead to unexpected slowdowns. Keep your $13 fuel budget in mind when planning your departure, as there are no mandated stops along the way to break up the 1 hour and 38-minute duration. Since the entire route is a direct highway run, ensure your vehicle is ready for sustained speeds before you leave Upper Darby. Taking advantage of the lack of required stops allows you to arrive in Lehighton quickly, giving you more time to enjoy your destination once you pull off the turnpike.
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 38.5 miles from Upper Darby, PA, or about 53m 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 77 miles or 1h 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38.5 miles or 53m 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 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lehighton, 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 77 miles and 1h 38m.
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 38.5 mi from Upper Darby, PA · 53m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
39 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 77 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 38.5 miles from Upper Darby, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lehighton, PA
The final approach into Lehighton, 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 Lehighton, 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
$12.74 one way
$25.48 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
27 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $13.94 | $27.88 |
| premium | $4.92 | $14.92 | $29.84 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $17.11 | $34.21 |
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
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.1 | 0 | $8.08 | $3.70 |
| Efficient EV | 19.3 | 0 | $6.74 | $3.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.8 | 0 | $10.78 | $4.93 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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
Lehighton, PA
Night in Lehighton on Sunday
Local time
9:38 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 38m 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 Lehighton, PA covers 77 miles and takes about 1h 38m 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 38.5 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 $12.74 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 14 significant decision points across 77 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 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; at 73.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Upper Darby, PA to Lehighton, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Stroudsburg along the way.
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