Origin
Upper Darby, PA
Late night in Upper Darby on Wednesday
Local time
2:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Upper Darby, PA to Wyalusing, PA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
3h 33m
Distance
159.7 mi
257 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 22m
★
6 AM
3h 34m
8 AM
3h 59m
10 AM
3h 43m
12 PM
3h 40m
3 PM
3h 44m
5 PM
3h 57m
8 PM
3h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wyalusing, PA
Haneul Trac
Trip Overview
The drive from Upper Darby, PA to Wyalusing, PA covers 159.7 miles and takes about 3h 33m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, Tunkhannock Highway, Roosevelt Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 85.6 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension. At current regular gas prices, budget about $26.48 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
79.9 miles from Upper Darby, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 37m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 3h 33m highway drive covering 159.7 miles, with most of the trip on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and Tunkhannock Highway. The longest continuous stretch is about 85.6 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 26 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 85.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and Tunkhannock Highway. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near South Lansdowne Avenue.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 159.7 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
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 102.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 straight / left / right lanes.
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
6
102.4 mi into trip
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~2h 2m in
Take the exit toward PA 115: Wilkes-Barre, Bear Creek
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 105
Toward PA 115: Wilkes-Barre, Bear Creek
6
135 mi into trip
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~2h 56m in
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US 6 / Grand Army of the Republic Highway
Turn left onto US 6 / Grand Army of the Republic Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
137 mi into trip
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~3h in
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US 6 / Roosevelt Highway
Merge onto US 6 / Roosevelt Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Upper Darby, PA to Wyalusing, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Bear Creek along the way.
Bear Creek
102.4 mi in
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~2h 2m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension | 85.6 mi | 1h 32m |
| Tunkhannock Highway | 15.8 mi | 25m |
| Roosevelt Highway | 14.6 mi | 21m |
| Mid-County Expressway | 10.8 mi | 14m |
| PA 309 | 9.9 mi | 16m |
| Grand Army of the Republic Highway | 9 mi | 13m |
| Bear Creek Boulevard | 4.3 mi | 7m |
| South Lansdowne Avenue | 3 mi | 8m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
— 85.6 mi, about 1h 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Upper Darby, PA and Wyalusing, PA.
1
Start on West Providence Road
0.3 mi
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46 sec
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West Providence Road
2
Turn left onto South Lansdowne Avenue
3.0 mi
·
8 min
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South Lansdowne Avenue
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
3
Continue on Darby Road
471 ft
·
13 sec
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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
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Mid-County Expressway
7
Turn slight left onto I 476
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
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Mid-County Expressway
8
Continue on I 476; PATP
86 mi
·
1 hr 32 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 105
Toward PA 115: Wilkes-Barre, Bear Creek
10
Turn left onto PA 115
4.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Bear Creek Boulevard
11
Continue on PA 309
9.8 mi
·
16 min
·
PA 309
12
Take the exit onto PA 309
509 ft
·
12 sec
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PA 309
13
Merge onto PA 309
16 mi
·
24 min
·
Tunkhannock Highway
14
Continue on PA 29
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Hunter Highway
15
Continue on PA 29
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
·
Tunkhannock Highway
16
Turn left onto US 6
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
Use the left lane.
17
Merge onto US 6
7.2 mi
·
10 min
·
Roosevelt Highway
Use the straight lane.
18
Continue on US 6
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Main Street
19
Continue on US 6
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
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River Street
20
Continue on US 6
7.4 mi
·
10 min
·
Roosevelt Highway
21
Continue on US 6
6.9 mi
·
9 min
·
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
Use the straight lane.
22
Take the exit
104 ft
·
3 sec
23
Turn right onto Bridge Street
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
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Bridge Street
24
Continue on Main Street
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
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Main Street
25
Turn left onto First Street
239 ft
·
10 sec
·
First Street
26
Arrive at destination
First Street
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 79.9 miles from Upper Darby, PA, or about 1h 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 85.6 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 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 79.9 miles or 1h 37m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 49m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Wyalusing, 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 159.7 miles and 3h 33m.
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 Northeast Extension for about 85.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 79.9 mi from Upper Darby, PA · 1h 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
80 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 79.9 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 Northeast Extension if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 85.6 miles.
Arriving in Wyalusing, PA
The final approach into Wyalusing, 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 Wyalusing, 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
$26.48 one way
$52.95 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
56 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $29.00 | $57.99 |
| premium | $4.93 | $30.97 | $61.94 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $35.26 | $70.52 |
Estimated Tolls: $11.13
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(85.6 mi)
$11.13
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
$26
Tolls
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$63–$88
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 55.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 47.9 | 0 | $16.77 | $7.67 |
| Efficient EV | 39.9 | 0 | $13.97 | $6.39 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 63.9 | 0 | $22.36 | $10.22 |
Gas CO2
56 kg
EV CO2
19 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.
Destination
Wyalusing, PA
Late night in Wyalusing on Wednesday
Local time
2:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
40°F
Ramapo, NY
80 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
31 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
3h 33m 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 Wyalusing, PA covers 159.7 miles and takes about 3h 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, Tunkhannock Highway, Roosevelt Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 79.9 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 $26.48 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 159.7 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
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 102.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Upper Darby, PA to Wyalusing, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Bear Creek along the way.
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