Origin
Upper Darby, PA
Afternoon in Upper Darby on Friday
Local time
4:10 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Upper Darby, PA to Atglen, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 13m
Distance
42.8 mi
69 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 8m
★
6 AM
1h 14m
8 AM
1h 25m
10 AM
1h 18m
12 PM
1h 16m
3 PM
1h 18m
5 PM
1h 25m
8 PM
1h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Atglen, PA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Upper Darby, PA to Atglen, PA covers 42.8 miles and takes about 1h 13m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Baltimore Pike, Gap-Newport Pike, Kennett-Oxford Bypass for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 15.3 miles on Baltimore Pike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.10 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 13m. Total distance: 42.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 13m drive with frequent turns across 42.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Baltimore Pike is the longest continuous segment at about 15.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 4.2 miles in near US 1 / State Road.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 42.8 miles you will encounter 10 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 4.2 miles (US 1 / State Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 24.2 miles (US 1 / Kennett-Oxford Bypass): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
4.2 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
US 1 / State Road
Turn left onto US 1 / State Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
4
24.2 mi into trip
|
~43m in
|
US 1 / Kennett-Oxford Bypass
Continue onto US 1 / Kennett-Oxford Bypass toward Oxford, Rising Sun
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Oxford, Rising Sun
7
30.3 mi into trip
|
~51m in
Take the exit toward PA 41: Avondale, Chatham
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward PA 41: Avondale, Chatham
4
34.5 mi into trip
|
~59m in
|
PA 41 / Gap-Newport Pike
Enter roundabout onto PA 41 / Gap-Newport Pike
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
42.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
|
PA 372 / Main Street
Turn right onto PA 372 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
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 Atglen, PA, road signs point toward Oxford, Rising Sun and Chatham.
Oxford
24.2 mi in
|
~43m
|
via US 1
Rising Sun
24.2 mi in
|
~43m
|
via US 1
Chatham
30.3 mi in
|
~51m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Baltimore Pike | 15.3 mi | 26m |
| Gap-Newport Pike | 7.7 mi | 13m |
| Kennett-Oxford Bypass | 6 mi | 8m |
| Gap Newport Pike | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| Media Bypass | 4 mi | 5m |
| Springfield Road | 3.8 mi | 8m |
| State Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| West Providence Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Baltimore Pike
— 15.3 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Upper Darby, PA and Atglen, PA.
1
Start on West Providence Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
West Providence Road
2
Turn right onto Springfield Road
3.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Springfield Road
3
Turn left onto US 1
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
State Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
4
Continue on US 1
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Media Bypass
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Continue on US 1
15 mi
·
26 min
·
Baltimore Pike
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on US 1
6.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Kennett-Oxford Bypass
Toward Oxford, Rising Sun
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward PA 41: Avondale, Chatham
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn right onto PA 41
3.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Gap-Newport Pike
9
Enter roundabout onto PA 41
137 ft
·
1 sec
·
Gap-Newport Pike
10
Continue on PA 41
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Gap-Newport Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Continue on PA 41
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Gap Newport Pike
12
Turn left onto PA 372
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Lower Valley Road
13
Turn right onto PA 372
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Main Street
14
Turn left onto PA 372
59 ft
·
1 sec
·
Upper Valley Road
15
Arrive at destination
PA 372
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21.4 mi from Upper Darby, PA · 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 42.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.4 miles from Upper Darby, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Atglen, PA
The final approach into Atglen, PA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.10 one way
$14.19 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $7.77 | $15.54 |
| premium | $4.93 | $8.30 | $16.60 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.45 | $18.90 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.49 | $2.05 |
| Efficient EV | 10.7 | 0 | $3.74 | $1.71 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.1 | 0 | $5.99 | $2.74 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Atglen, PA
Afternoon in Atglen on Friday
Local time
4:10 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
17 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 13m 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 Atglen, PA covers 42.8 miles and takes about 1h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Baltimore Pike, Gap-Newport Pike, Kennett-Oxford Bypass. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 21.4 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 $7.10 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 42.8 miles you will encounter 10 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 4.2 miles (US 1 / State Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 24.2 miles (US 1 / Kennett-Oxford Bypass): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Upper Darby, PA and Atglen, PA, road signs point toward Oxford, Rising Sun and Chatham.
Yes. Nearby national parks include First State National Historical Park, Independence National Historical Park and Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial. There are 4 parks within detour distance of this route.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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