The drive from Upper Darby, PA to Forest Hills, PA covers 83.9 miles and takes about 2h 15m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Kennett-Oxford Bypass, Baltimore Pike, Delta Road for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 17.4 miles on Kennett-Oxford Bypass.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.91 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.
Midpoint
41.9 miles from Upper Darby, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 7m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 15m. Total distance: 83.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
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 2h 15m drive with frequent turns across 83.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Kennett-Oxford Bypass is the longest continuous segment at about 17.4 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 11 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 Effort5/10
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 83.9 miles you will encounter 11 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 41.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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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
5
41.6 mi into trip|~1h 6m in
Take the exit toward PA 472: Quarryville, Oxford
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward PA 472: Quarryville, Oxford
5
68.1 mi into trip|~1h 47m in|PA 74 / Delta Road
At end of road, turn right onto PA 74 / Delta Road
Navigation decision point
6
83.4 mi into trip|~2h 14m in|South Main Street
Turn left onto South Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
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 Forest Hills, PA, road signs point toward Oxford and Rising Sun.
Oxford
24.2 mi in|~43m|via US 1
Rising Sun
24.2 mi in|~43m|via US 1
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Kennett-Oxford Bypass
17.4 mi
23m
Baltimore Pike
15.3 mi
26m
Delta Road
13.6 mi
22m
Holtwood Road
9.6 mi
13m
Kirkwood Pike
8.9 mi
12m
Media Bypass
4 mi
5m
Springfield Road
3.8 mi
8m
Buck Road
3.3 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
Kennett-Oxford Bypass
— 17.4 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Upper Darby, PA and Forest Hills, 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
17 mi·23 min·Kennett-Oxford Bypass
Toward Oxford, Rising SunUse the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi·33 sec
Toward PA 472: Quarryville, Oxford
8
Turn right onto PA 472
2.5 mi·4 min·West Lancaster Avenue
9
Continue on PA 472
8.9 mi·12 min·Kirkwood Pike
10
Continue on PA 472
0.7 mi·1 min·South Lime Street
11
Turn left onto PA 372
0.9 mi·2 min·East State Street
12
Continue on PA 372
3.3 mi·5 min·Buck Road
13
Turn left onto Friendly Drive
0.4 mi·40 sec·Friendly Drive
14
Continue on PA 372
9.6 mi·13 min·Holtwood Road
Use the straight lane.
15
At end of road, turn right onto PA 74
14 mi·22 min·Delta Road
16
Turn left onto Springvale Road
1.7 mi·4 min·Springvale Road
17
Turn left onto South Main Street
0.2 mi·31 sec·South Main Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
18
Turn right onto Forest Hills Road
0.3 mi·49 sec·Forest Hills Road
19
Arrive at destination
Forest Hills Road
Trip Plan
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 41.9 miles from Upper Darby, PA, or about 1h 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 17.4 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 18 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.9 miles or 1h 7m 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 52m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Forest Hills, 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 83.9 miles and 2h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Upper Darby, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Kennett-Oxford Bypass for about 17.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 41.9 mi from Upper Darby, PA
· 1h 7m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
First State National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Famous as the First State to ratify the Constitution, Delaware was born out of a conflict among three world powers for dominance of the Delaware Valley. From this beginning, the region developed a dis...
The park represents the founding ideals of the nation, and preserves national and international symbols of freedom and democracy, including Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell. The Declaration of I...
Visit the house where wounded Polish freedom fighter Thaddeus Kosciuszko lived and hear how this brilliant military engineer designed successful fortifications during the American Revolution. See the...
Valley Forge is the place where George Washington and the Continental Army took refuge during the winter of 1777-1778. Today the park protects 3,500 acres of meadows, woodlands, historic landscapes, a...
12 mi from route
~30 min detour
Free
near mile 5.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.91 one way
$27.82 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg29 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$15.23
$30.47
premium
$4.93
$16.27
$32.54
diesel
$5.61
$18.52
$37.05
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
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, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
25.2
0
$8.81
$4.03
Efficient EV
21
0
$7.34
$3.36
EV Truck/SUV
33.6
0
$11.75
$5.37
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 as of Apr 18, 2026
Origin
Upper Darby, PA
Late night
in Upper Darby on Saturday
Local time
3:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Forest Hills, PA
Late night
in Forest Hills on Saturday
Local time
3:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°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
2 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
2h 15m 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 Forest Hills, PA covers 83.9 miles and takes about 2h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Kennett-Oxford Bypass, Baltimore Pike, Delta Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 41.9 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 $13.91 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 83.9 miles you will encounter 11 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 41.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Upper Darby, PA and Forest Hills, PA, road signs point toward Oxford and Rising Sun.
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.
