Trip from Upper Darby, PA to Nesquehoning, PA

Drive Time

1h 48m

Distance

84 mi

135 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$14

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 24 min

4 AM

1h 41m ★

6 AM

1h 49m

8 AM

2h 5m

10 AM

1h 55m

12 PM

1h 53m

3 PM

1h 55m

5 PM

2h 4m

8 PM

1h 44m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Nesquehoning, PA

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Trip Overview

If you are looking for a straightforward trip from Upper Darby to Nesquehoning, this 84-mile drive is a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. You can expect to spend about 1 hour and 48 minutes on the road, making it an easy trek for those wanting to escape the suburbs for the day. Budget approximately $14 for fuel to cover the distance, which remains entirely within the Northeast region of Pennsylvania. Because the travel time is under two hours, you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless you choose to extend your visit. This route is highly practical for travelers who prioritize efficiency over a scenic, winding path.

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

42 miles from Upper Darby, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 56m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a highway-focused experience, as roughly 79% of your journey is spent on major thoroughfares. You will navigate the Mid-County Expressway and the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, which serves as the backbone of your trip. The longest uninterrupted stretch is a 56-mile run on the Turnpike, allowing you to settle into a steady rhythm behind the wheel. As you transition from the suburban sprawl near Upper Darby toward your destination, the road eventually narrows as you exit onto East Catawissa Street. It is a functional, efficient drive that minimizes stop-and-go traffic for the majority of your time on the road.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 24 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 12 significant decision points across 84 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 12 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

0.3 mi into trip | ~0m in | South Lansdowne Avenue

Turn left onto South Lansdowne Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.

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

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...

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

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 Nesquehoning, 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
East Catawissa Street	3.7 mi	6m
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

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 Nesquehoning, PA.

Start on West Providence Road

0.3 mi · 46 sec · West Providence Road

Turn left onto South Lansdowne Avenue

3.0 mi · 8 min · South Lansdowne Avenue

Use the none lane.

Continue on Darby Road

471 ft · 13 sec · Darby Road

Use the straight / left / right lanes.

Turn slight left onto PA 3

2.2 mi · 4 min · West Chester Pike

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 58 sec

Toward I 476 North: Plymouth Meeting Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 476

11 mi · 14 min · Mid-County Expressway

Use the none lane.

Turn slight left onto I 476

0.2 mi · 13 sec · Mid-County Expressway

Use the none lane.

Continue on I 476; PATP

56 mi · 1 hr · Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min

Exit 74 Toward US 209: Mahoning Valley, Lehighton, Stroudsburg Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 28 sec

Toward US 209 South: Lehighton Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

420 ft · 10 sec

Toward US 209 South: Lehighton Use the none lane.

Merge onto US 209

1.6 mi · 2 min · Interchange Road

Use the straight lane.

Continue on US 209

0.5 mi · 1 min · Bridge Street

Use the left / straight lanes.

Continue on US 209

0.1 mi · 7 sec · Bankway Street

Continue on US 209

0.6 mi · 55 sec · Sargent Stanley Hoffman Boulevard

Toward US 209 South Use the straight lane.

Continue on US 209

0.9 mi · 1 min · North 1st Street

Continue on US 209

1.9 mi · 2 min · Mauch Chunk Street

Continue on US 209

0.3 mi · 39 sec · Susquehanna Street

Turn right onto US 209

123 ft · 1 sec · Lehigh Avenue

Continue on US 209

0.5 mi · 32 sec · Lehigh Street

Continue on US 209

0.3 mi · 22 sec · Lehigh Avenue

Continue on US 209

3.7 mi · 6 min · East Catawissa Street

Turn left onto North Mermon Avenue

59 ft · 2 sec · North Mermon Avenue

Arrive at destination

North Mermon Avenue

Trip Plan

Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. You will be spending the bulk of your time on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, so keep an eye on traffic reports for that corridor to avoid potential congestion. Given the 1 hour and 48-minute duration, you can easily complete the drive without needing any scheduled stops for rest or refueling. However, keeping that $14 fuel budget in mind, it is wise to ensure your tank is topped off before hitting the highway to avoid paying premium prices near the toll roads. Enjoy the simplicity of this direct route and use the saved travel time to maximize your arrival in Nesquehoning.

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 42 miles from Upper Darby, PA, or about 56m 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 42 miles or 56m 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 28m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Nesquehoning, PA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Upper Darby, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 84 miles and 1h 48m.

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 42 mi from Upper Darby, PA · 56m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Staten Island, NY

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

Ramapo, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Staten Island, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 42 miles from Upper Darby, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Nesquehoning, PA

The final approach into Nesquehoning, 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 Nesquehoning, 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

$13.90 one way

$27.80 round trip

$4.20/gal 25.4 MPG avg 29 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.60	$15.21	$30.42
premium	$4.92	$16.28	$32.55
diesel	$5.64	$18.66	$37.32

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

$14

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$46–$71

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 29.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	25.2	$8.82	$4.03
Efficient EV	21	$7.35	$3.36
EV Truck/SUV	33.6	$11.76	$5.38

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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Upper Darby, PA

Evening in Upper Darby on Sunday

Local time

7:20 PM

EDT

Current temp

65°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Nesquehoning, PA

Evening in Nesquehoning on Sunday

Local time

7:20 PM

EDT

Current temp

59°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

6 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 48m 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 Nesquehoning, PA covers 84 miles and takes about 1h 48m 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, East Catawissa Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 42 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 $13.90 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.

Between Upper Darby, PA and Nesquehoning, PA, road signs point toward Lehighton and Stroudsburg.

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Trip from Upper Darby, PA to Nesquehoning, PA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Nesquehoning, PA

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Upper Darby, PA

Nesquehoning, PA

Same local time

6 degrees cooler at arrival

1h 48m on the road

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