Origin
Upper Darby, PA
Evening in Upper Darby on Sunday
Local time
7:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Upper Darby, PA to Point Marion, PA
Drive Time
5h 58m
Distance
302.2 mi
486 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$50
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 45m
★
6 AM
5h 58m
8 AM
6h 24m
10 AM
6h 7m
12 PM
6h 5m
3 PM
6h 8m
5 PM
6h 23m
8 PM
5h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Point Marion, PA
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
Traveling from Upper Darby to Point Marion covers 302.2 miles across Pennsylvania, typically taking about 5 hours and 58 minutes. Because the route is highway-focused, it is feasible to complete in a single day, though you should anticipate a significant time commitment behind the wheel. Expect to budget approximately $50 for fuel to complete the journey. You will traverse the state from the Northeast region toward the western border, moving through varying landscapes along the way. Whether you are heading out for business or a visit, this direct path keeps you moving efficiently toward your destination. It is a straightforward trip that rewards drivers who prefer steady progress over frequent sightseeing detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
151.1 miles from Upper Darby, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 57m into the drive .
Drive Character
This journey is dominated by high-speed transit, with 88% of the route utilizing major highways. You will spend the bulk of your time on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, which accounts for a substantial 236.8-mile stretch of your total drive. As you transition off the Turnpike onto University Drive and Morgantown Road, the character of the road shifts from a fast, multi-lane interstate experience to more localized driving. Navigating these segments requires you to maintain focus as the environment changes from open highway to regional road infrastructure. The consistency of the Turnpike allows for steady cruising, providing a reliable pace before you reach the final legs of your trip.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 31 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Pennsylvania Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 236.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and University Drive. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 13 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 302.2 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 13 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 22 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
13 mi into trip
|
~24m in
Take the exit toward I 76 West: Valley Forge
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 16B
Toward I 76 West: Valley Forge
8
17.2 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Take the exit toward US 202, US 422 West: King of Prussia, West Chester, Pottstown
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 328B-A/327
Toward US 202, US 422 West: King of Prussia, We...
9
17.3 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 202 South, US 422 West: Mall Boulevard, West Chester, Pottstown, Swedesford Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward US 202 South, US 422 West: Mall Boulevar...
8
17.6 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Mall Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Mall Boulevard
9
17.8 mi into trip
|
~31m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 76 West: New Jersey, Harrisburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward I 76 West: New Jersey, Harrisburg
Towns Along This Route
Between Upper Darby, PA and Point Marion, PA, road signs point toward Chester, Pottstown, Harrisburg and Uniontown.
Chester
17.2 mi in
|
~30m
Pottstown
17.2 mi in
|
~30m
Harrisburg
17.8 mi in
|
~31m
Uniontown
255.5 mi in
|
~4h 51m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 236.8 mi | 4h 18m |
| University Drive | 13 mi | 15m |
| Morgantown Road | 8.7 mi | 13m |
| PA 982 | 8 mi | 13m |
| Mid-County Expressway | 7 mi | 9m |
| State Route 31 | 6 mi | 9m |
| Schuylkill Expressway | 4.2 mi | 5m |
| Memorial Boulevard | 4 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 236.8 mi, about 4h 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Upper Darby, PA and Point Marion, 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
7.0 mi
·
9 min
·
Mid-County Expressway
Use the none lane.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Exit 16B
Toward I 76 West: Valley Forge
Use the right lane.
8
Merge onto I 76
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Schuylkill Expressway
Use the none lane.
9
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
Exit 328B-A/327
Toward US 202, US 422 West: King of Prussia, West Chester, Pottstown
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
Toward US 202 South, US 422 West: Mall Boulevard, West Chester, Pottstown, Swedesford Road
Use the none lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
Toward Mall Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
Toward I 76 West: New Jersey, Harrisburg
Use the none lane.
13
Merge onto I 76
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
Schuylkill Expressway
Toward I 76 West: New Jersey, Harrisburg
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 76
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
I 76
Toward I 76 West: Harrisburg
Use the slight left lane.
15
Merge onto I 76; PATP
237 mi
·
4 hr 18 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
1 min
Toward PA 31, PA 711: Ligonier, Uniontown
Use the slight right lane.
17
Turn right onto PA 31
6.0 mi
·
9 min
·
State Route 31
18
Continue on PA 31
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Three Mile Hill
19
Turn left onto PA 982
8.0 mi
·
13 min
·
PA 982
20
Turn left onto US 119
4.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Memorial Boulevard
21
Turn straight onto US 119
0.6 mi
·
39 sec
·
Blackstone Road
22
Merge onto US 119
0.5 mi
·
33 sec
·
Morrell Avenue
23
Turn slight right onto US 119
13 mi
·
15 min
·
University Drive
Use the none lane.
24
Keep slight right at fork onto US 119
3.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Mon/Fayette Expressway
Toward US 119 South, PA 43: Mon/Fayette Expressway, Point Marion, Morgantown WV
25
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward Fairchance, Smithfield
26
Turn right onto Big Six Road
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Big Six Road
27
At end of road, turn left onto US 119
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Morgantown Road
28
Continue on US 119
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Morgantown Street
29
Continue on US 119
7.3 mi
·
10 min
·
Morgantown Road
30
Turn left onto US 119
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
Penn Street
31
Arrive at destination
US 119
Trip Plan
To keep your drive smooth, aim to depart early in the morning to avoid potential traffic congestion on the busier sections of the Pennsylvania Turnpike. Plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refresh, as the nearly six-hour duration can be taxing. Since the longest stretch spans 236.8 miles, ensure your fuel tank is topped off before entering the Turnpike to avoid unnecessary stops. Keep a close watch on your odometer to track your progress against the 302.2-mile total. Because this trip is a single-day commitment, having your preferred audio entertainment or podcasts ready is a smart way to manage the long, uninterrupted highway miles.
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 151.1 miles from Upper Darby, PA, or about 2h 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 236.8 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 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 151.1 miles or 2h 57m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Point Marion, 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 302.2 miles and 5h 58m.
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.
The longest stretch is on Pennsylvania Turnpike for about 236.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 151.1 mi from Upper Darby, PA · 2h 57m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
151 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 151.1 miles from Upper Darby, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Pennsylvania Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 236.8 miles.
Arriving in Point Marion, PA
The final approach into Point Marion, 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 Point Marion, PA.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$50.01 one way
$100.01 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
106 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $54.72 | $109.43 |
| premium | $4.92 | $58.56 | $117.12 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $67.14 | $134.28 |
Estimated Tolls: $30.78
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(236.8 mi)
$30.78
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
$50
Tolls
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$106–$131
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 105.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $32 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 90.7 | 1 | $31.73 | $14.51 |
| Efficient EV | 75.6 | 0 | $26.44 | $12.09 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 120.9 | 1 | $42.31 | $19.34 |
Gas CO2
106 kg
EV CO2
35 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Point Marion, PA
Evening in Point Marion on Sunday
Local time
7:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
51°F
Cuba, NY
151 mi in
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
7 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
5h 58m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 Point Marion, PA covers 302.2 miles and takes about 5h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike, University Drive, Morgantown Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 151.1 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 $50.01 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 302.2 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 13 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Upper Darby, PA and Point Marion, PA, road signs point toward Chester, Pottstown, Harrisburg and Uniontown.
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