Origin
Weatherly, PA
Night in Weatherly on Sunday
Local time
10:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Weatherly, PA to Upper Darby, PA
Drive Time
1h 58m
Distance
91 mi
147 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 50m
★
6 AM
1h 59m
8 AM
2h 16m
10 AM
2h 5m
12 PM
2h 3m
3 PM
2h 6m
5 PM
2h 15m
8 PM
1h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Weatherly, PA
Haneul Trac
Trip Overview
Traveling from Weatherly to Upper Darby is a straightforward 91-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 58 minutes. Because this is a manageable drive, it works perfectly as a single-day trip, requiring no overnight stays. You will primarily navigate via the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and the Mid-County Expressway before finishing on local roads like Lansdowne Avenue. Budgeting approximately $15 for fuel should cover your transit costs comfortably. This route transitions you from the more rural Northeast region toward the bustling outskirts of Philadelphia. It is a highly efficient path for those looking to reach their destination without unnecessary detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
45.5 miles from Weatherly, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 57m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 74% of this 91-mile trip is spent on major thoroughfares. You will settle into a consistent rhythm during the longest uninterrupted stretch, which spans 56.1 miles along the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension. The drive feels purposeful and fast, shifting from the open lanes of the turnpike to the tighter, more technical environment of Lansdowne Avenue as you approach Upper Darby. While the highway segments allow for steady cruising, be prepared for the transition into local traffic patterns toward the end of your trip. The overall personality of the road is functional and direct, prioritizing speed over scenic wandering.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 27 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 56.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and Mid-County Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 8.2 miles in near US 209 / East Catawissa Street.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 91 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 8.2 miles (US 209 / East Catawissa Street): Navigation decision point; at 17.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
8.2 mi into trip
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~12m in
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US 209 / East Catawissa Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 209 / East Catawissa Street
Navigation decision point
5
17.3 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Take the exit toward I 476, PATP
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 476, PATP
6
17.6 mi into trip
|
~27m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 476 South: Allentown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 476 South: Allentown
7
73.8 mi into trip
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~1h 28m in
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I 476; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Keep slight left at fork onto I 476; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
8
84.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 43m in
Take the exit toward PA 3: Upper Darby, Broomall
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 9
Toward PA 3: Upper Darby, Broomall
Towns Along This Route
Between Weatherly, PA and Upper Darby, PA, road signs point toward Patp and Broomall.
Patp
17.3 mi in
|
~26m
Broomall
84.8 mi in
|
~1h 43m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension | 56.1 mi | 1h 1m |
| Mid-County Expressway | 10.8 mi | 14m |
| Lansdowne Avenue | 3 mi | 8m |
| Hudson Drive | 3 mi | 4m |
| Hunter Street | 2.8 mi | 3m |
| East Catawissa Street | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| West Chester Pike | 2.5 mi | 5m |
| Mauch Chunk Street | 1.9 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
— 56.1 mi, about 1h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Weatherly, PA and Upper Darby, PA.
1
Start on Hudsondale Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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Hudsondale Street
2
Continue on Brenkman Drive
1.6 mi
·
2 min
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Brenkman Drive
3
Turn left onto PA 93
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Hudson Drive
4
Continue on State Route 93
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Hunter Street
5
Continue on PA 93
523 ft
·
13 sec
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Hudson Drive
6
At end of road, turn left onto US 209
2.5 mi
·
3 min
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East Catawissa Street
7
Continue on US 209
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
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Lehigh Avenue
8
Continue on US 209
0.5 mi
·
39 sec
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Lehigh Street
9
Turn left onto US 209
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
Susquehanna Street
10
Continue on US 209
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Mauch Chunk Street
11
Continue on US 209
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North 1st Street
12
Continue on US 209
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North First Street
13
Continue on US 209
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
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Bankway Street
14
Continue on US 209
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Bridge Street
Use the left lane.
15
Continue on US 209
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Interchange Road
Use the straight lane.
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 476, PATP
17
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 476 South: Allentown
18
Merge onto I 476; PATP
56 mi
·
1 hr
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Use the none lane.
19
Continue on I 476; PATP
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Exit 20
Use the none lane.
20
Keep slight left at fork onto I 476; PATP
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Use the slight left lane.
21
Continue on I 476
11 mi
·
14 min
·
Mid-County Expressway
Use the none lane.
22
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
59 sec
Exit 9
Toward PA 3: Upper Darby, Broomall
Use the slight right lane.
23
Turn left onto PA 3
2.5 mi
·
5 min
·
West Chester Pike
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
24
Turn slight right onto Darby Road
471 ft
·
13 sec
·
Darby Road
Use the right lane.
25
Continue on Lansdowne Avenue
3.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Lansdowne Avenue
Use the none lane.
26
Turn right onto West Providence Road
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
West Providence Road
27
Arrive at destination
West Providence Road
Trip Plan
Since this is a sub-two-hour drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding peak congestion on the Mid-County Expressway is always a smart move. You likely won't need any formal stops given the short duration, but keep your fuel budget of $15 in mind if you prefer to fill up before hitting the highway. Because the route relies heavily on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, ensure you have your toll payment method ready to keep your transit seamless. Use the lack of required stops to your advantage by planning your arrival in Upper Darby exactly when you need to be there. Staying alert during the transition from high-speed turnpike travel to local streets is the best way to ensure a smooth arrival.
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 45.5 miles from Weatherly, PA, or about 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 56.1 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 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.5 miles or 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 1h 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Upper Darby, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Weatherly, 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 Weatherly, PA
This is one driving day of about 91 miles and 1h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Weatherly, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension for about 56.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 45.5 mi from Weatherly, PA · 57m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
46 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 45.5 miles from Weatherly, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Upper Darby, PA
The final approach into Upper Darby, 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 Upper Darby, 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
$15.06 one way
$30.12 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $16.48 | $32.95 |
| premium | $4.92 | $17.63 | $35.27 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $20.22 | $40.43 |
Estimated Tolls: $7.30
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(56.1 mi)
$7.30
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
$15
Tolls
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.3 | 0 | $9.56 | $4.37 |
| Efficient EV | 22.8 | 0 | $7.96 | $3.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36.4 | 0 | $12.74 | $5.82 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 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
Upper Darby, PA
Night in Upper Darby on Sunday
Local time
10:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
82°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
26 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 58m 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 Weatherly, PA to Upper Darby, PA covers 91 miles and takes about 1h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, Mid-County Expressway, Lansdowne Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 45.5 miles from Weatherly, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.06 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 is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 91 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 8.2 miles (US 209 / East Catawissa Street): Navigation decision point; at 17.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Between Weatherly, PA and Upper Darby, PA, road signs point toward Patp and Broomall.
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