Origin
Wyalusing, PA
Late night in Wyalusing on Wednesday
Local time
2:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wyalusing, PA to Upper Darby, PA
Data updated 3 hours ago
Drive Time
3h 35m
Distance
160.2 mi
258 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$27
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 23m
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6 AM
3h 35m
8 AM
4h 0m
10 AM
3h 44m
12 PM
3h 41m
3 PM
3h 45m
5 PM
3h 59m
8 PM
3h 28m
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
This 160.2-mile drive from Wyalusing, PA, to Upper Darby, PA, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 3 hours and 35 minutes. It's a highway-focused trip, with 63% of the journey on major roadways, making it efficient for getting from point A to point B. You'll primarily travel on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, Tunkhannock Highway, and Roosevelt Highway. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $27. This trip is well-suited for a day excursion, allowing ample time to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop.
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
80.1 miles from Wyalusing, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 56m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a highway-centric experience for most of this 160.2-mile journey, as 63% of the route utilizes major roadways. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 85.8 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, offering a period of uninterrupted driving. While primarily a highway drive, transitions between the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, Tunkhannock Highway, and Roosevelt Highway will provide some variation in the road's character. This route is built for steady progress rather than winding scenic byways.
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 85.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and Tunkhannock Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 24.8 miles in near PA 29 / Bridge 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 160.2 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 24.8 miles (PA 29 / Bridge Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 56.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 56.9 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.
6
24.8 mi into trip
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~37m in
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PA 29 / Bridge Street
Turn right onto PA 29 / Bridge Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
56.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 30m in
Keep slight left at fork toward PATP
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward PATP
5
56.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 31m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 476 South: Allentown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 476 South: Allentown
7
142.9 mi into trip
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~3h 4m 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
154 mi into trip
|
~3h 19m 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 Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Wyalusing, PA to Upper Darby, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Patp along the way.
Patp
56.5 mi in
|
~1h 30m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension | 85.8 mi | 1h 32m |
| Tunkhannock Highway | 15.8 mi | 25m |
| Roosevelt Highway | 14.8 mi | 21m |
| Mid-County Expressway | 10.8 mi | 14m |
| Memorial Highway | 9.7 mi | 16m |
| Grand Army of the Republic Highway | 8.8 mi | 13m |
| PA 115 | 4.3 mi | 7m |
| Lansdowne Avenue | 3 mi | 8m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
— 85.8 mi, about 1h 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wyalusing, PA and Upper Darby, PA.
1
Start on First Street
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
·
First Street
2
Turn left onto US 6
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
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State Street
3
Continue on US 6
6.9 mi
·
9 min
·
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
Use the straight lane.
4
Continue on US 6
7.4 mi
·
10 min
·
Roosevelt Highway
5
Continue on US 6
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
·
River Street
6
Continue on US 6
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Main Street
7
Continue on US 6
7.4 mi
·
11 min
·
Roosevelt Highway
Use the straight lane.
8
Turn straight onto US 6
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
Toward US 6 Bypass East: Scranton
9
Turn right onto PA 29
300 ft
·
10 sec
·
Bridge Street
Use the right lane.
10
Continue on PA 29
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Tunkhannock Highway
11
Continue on PA 29
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Hunter Highway
12
Continue on PA 29
16 mi
·
24 min
·
Tunkhannock Highway
13
Turn left onto PA 309; PA 415
9.7 mi
·
16 min
·
Memorial Highway
14
Continue on PA 115
4.3 mi
·
7 min
·
PA 115
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward PATP
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
Toward PATP
17
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Toward I 476 South: Allentown
18
Merge onto I 476; PATP
85 mi
·
1 hr 32 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Continue on I 476; PATP
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Exit 20
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
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 straight 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
Given the 3-hour and 35-minute duration, starting your journey from Wyalusing in the morning is advisable to maximize your day in Upper Darby. You'll encounter only one recommended stop, so plan your breaks strategically, perhaps around the midway point or before you get onto the longest 85.8-mile stretch on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension. With a fuel cost estimate of $27, it's wise to ensure your tank is full before departing. This route is direct, so flexibility with your timing is a key advantage.
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 80.1 miles from Wyalusing, PA, or about 1h 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 85.8 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 80 miles or 1h 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 80.1 miles or 1h 56m 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 52m
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 Wyalusing, 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 Wyalusing, PA
This is one driving day of about 160.2 miles and 3h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Wyalusing, 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 85.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 80.1 mi from Wyalusing, PA · 1h 56m 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 80.1 miles from Wyalusing, 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 85.8 miles.
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
$26.56 one way
$53.12 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
56 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $29.09 | $58.18 |
| premium | $4.93 | $31.07 | $62.14 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $35.37 | $70.74 |
Estimated Tolls: $11.16
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(85.8 mi)
$11.16
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
$27
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: 56.1 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 | 48.1 | 0 | $16.82 | $7.69 |
| Efficient EV | 40.1 | 0 | $14.02 | $6.41 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 64.1 | 0 | $22.43 | $10.25 |
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
Upper Darby, PA
Late night in Upper Darby on Wednesday
Local time
2:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
82°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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 35m 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 Wyalusing, PA to Upper Darby, PA covers 160.2 miles and takes about 3h 35m 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 80.1 miles from Wyalusing, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $26.56 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 is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 160.2 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 24.8 miles (PA 29 / Bridge Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 56.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 56.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
On the drive from Wyalusing, PA to Upper Darby, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Patp along the way.
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