Trip from Upper Darby, PA to Smithfield, PA

Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026

Drive Time

5h 46m

Distance

294.3 mi

474 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$49

one way

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

5h 33m ★

6 AM

5h 46m

8 AM

6h 13m

10 AM

5h 56m

12 PM

5h 53m

3 PM

5h 57m

5 PM

6h 11m

8 PM

5h 38m

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

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Trip Overview

The drive from Upper Darby, PA to Smithfield, PA covers 294.3 miles and takes about 5h 46m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Pennsylvania Turnpike, University Drive, PA 982 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 236.8 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $48.79 one way before food or hotel costs.

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

147.2 miles from Upper Darby, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 53m into the drive .

Drive Character

This is a 5h 46m highway drive covering 294.3 miles, with most of the trip on Pennsylvania Turnpike and University Drive. The longest continuous stretch is about 236.8 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike.

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

There are about 29 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 21 significant decision points across 294.3 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 21 key points

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

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

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...

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 straight / slight right lanes. Toward US 202 South, US 422 West: Mall Boulevar...

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

17.8 mi into trip | ~31m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 76 West: New Jersey, Harrisburg

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 76 West: New Jersey, Harrisburg

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Upper Darby, PA and Smithfield, 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
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
Mon/Fayette Expressway	3.9 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 Smithfield, 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 straight / left / right lanes.

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

7.0 mi · 9 min · Mid-County Expressway

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 53 sec

Exit 16B Toward I 76 West: Valley Forge Use the right lane.

Merge onto I 76

3.7 mi · 5 min · Schuylkill Expressway

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.

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 straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 20 sec

Toward Mall Boulevard Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

0.1 mi · 8 sec

Toward I 76 West: New Jersey, Harrisburg

Merge onto I 76

0.4 mi · 52 sec · Schuylkill Expressway

Toward I 76 West: New Jersey, Harrisburg

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.

Merge onto I 76; PATP

237 mi · 4 hr 18 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 1 min

Toward PA 31, PA 711: Ligonier, Uniontown Use the slight right lane.

Turn right onto PA 31

6.0 mi · 9 min · State Route 31

Continue on PA 31

0.1 mi · 15 sec · Three Mile Hill

Turn left onto PA 982

8.0 mi · 13 min · PA 982

Turn left onto US 119

4.0 mi · 4 min · Memorial Boulevard

Turn straight onto US 119

0.6 mi · 39 sec · Blackstone Road

Merge onto US 119

0.5 mi · 33 sec · Morrell Avenue

Turn slight right onto US 119

13 mi · 15 min · University Drive

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

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

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 39 sec

Toward Fairchance, Smithfield

Turn right onto Big Six Road

0.2 mi · 17 sec · Big Six Road

At end of road, turn left onto US 119

1.5 mi · 2 min · Morgantown Road

Continue on US 119

0.4 mi · 37 sec · Morgantown Street

Arrive at destination

US 119

Trip Plan

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 147.2 miles from Upper Darby, PA, or about 2h 53m 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 65 miles or 1h 23m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 147.2 miles or 2h 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 4h 36m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Smithfield, 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 294.3 miles and 5h 46m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 65 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 147.2 mi from Upper Darby, PA · 2h 53m into the drive

borough in Franklin County, Pennsylvania, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Chambersburg, PA

147 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

North Bel Air, MD

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 65 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Hancock, MD

Meal break

The midpoint is around 147.2 miles from Upper Darby, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Pennsylvania Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 236.8 miles.

Arriving in Smithfield, PA

The final approach into Smithfield, 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 Smithfield, 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

$48.79 one way

$97.58 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 103 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.61	$53.44	$106.87
premium	$4.93	$57.08	$114.15
diesel	$5.61	$64.98	$129.96

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

$49

Tolls

$31

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$105–$130

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 103 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	88.3	1	$30.90	$14.13
Efficient EV	73.6	0	$25.75	$11.77
EV Truck/SUV	117.7	1	$41.20	$18.84

Gas CO2

103 kg

EV CO2

34 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.

Forecast as of Apr 14, 2026

Origin

Upper Darby, PA

Evening in Upper Darby on Wednesday

Local time

6:11 PM

EDT

Current temp

61°F

Isolated Rain Showers

SW 5 mph 22% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 13 at 11:55PM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 13 at 11:47PM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH

Destination

Smithfield, PA

Evening in Smithfield on Wednesday

Local time

6:11 PM

EDT

Current temp

58°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

3 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 46m 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 Smithfield, PA covers 294.3 miles and takes about 5h 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike, University Drive, PA 982. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 147.2 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 $48.79 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.

Between Upper Darby, PA and Smithfield, PA, road signs point toward Chester, Pottstown, Harrisburg and Uniontown.

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