Origin
York, PA
Evening in York on Sunday
Local time
8:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from York, PA to Upper Darby, PA
Drive Time
2h 15m
Distance
100.4 mi
162 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 6m
★
6 AM
2h 16m
8 AM
2h 35m
10 AM
2h 23m
12 PM
2h 21m
3 PM
2h 23m
5 PM
2h 34m
8 PM
2h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
York, PA
Gundula Vogel
Trip Overview
Connecting York to Upper Darby is a straightforward 100.4-mile journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 15 minutes. Because this is a highly efficient, single-day trip, you won't need to worry about booking overnight accommodations. Your path relies heavily on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, US 30, and US 222 to keep you moving through the Northeast region. With a fuel budget of approximately $17, it remains an affordable trek for commuters or weekend travelers. Whether you are heading toward the Philadelphia suburbs or returning to York, the route is designed for speed rather than leisure. It is a practical, no-nonsense drive that gets you from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
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
50.2 miles from York, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 8m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 89% of your time behind the wheel will be spent on major roads. The drive moves quickly, punctuated by a significant 39.4-mile stretch along the Pennsylvania Turnpike that allows you to settle into a steady pace. You will transition between high-speed turnpike segments and the secondary flow of US 30 and US 222 as you navigate toward your destination. While the road lacks the technical challenges of winding mountain passes, the consistent highway pace keeps the journey feeling focused and efficient. It is a functional drive that trades scenic variety for reliable, consistent road conditions.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Pennsylvania Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 39.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and US 30. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near East King Street.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 100.4 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 0.1 miles (East King Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 41.7 miles (Colonel Howard Boulevard): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 82.1 miles (I 76): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East King Street
Turn left onto East King Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
41.7 mi into trip
|
~58m in
|
Colonel Howard Boulevard
Turn right onto Colonel Howard Boulevard toward I 76, PATP
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 76, PATP
8
82.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 42m in
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I 76
Take the exit onto I 76 toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia
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 326
Toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia
7
87.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 50m in
Take the exit toward I 476 South: Chester
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 331A
Toward I 476 South: Chester
8
94.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 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 York, PA and Upper Darby, PA, road signs point toward Patp, Pa Turnpike, Philadelphia and Broomall.
Patp
41.4 mi in
|
~57m
Pa Turnpike
41.4 mi in
|
~57m
Philadelphia
82.1 mi in
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~1h 42m
|
via I 76
Broomall
94.2 mi in
|
~2h
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 39.4 mi | 42m |
| US 30 | 22.8 mi | 31m |
| US 222 | 15.8 mi | 19m |
| Mid-County Expressway | 6.4 mi | 8m |
| I 76 | 5.1 mi | 7m |
| Lansdowne Avenue | 3 mi | 8m |
| West Chester Pike | 2.5 mi | 5m |
| East King Street | 1.5 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 39.4 mi, about 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between York, PA and Upper Darby, PA.
1
Start on I 83 BUS
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
North George Street
2
Turn left onto East King Street
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
East King Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
3
Turn left onto South Harrison Street
498 ft
·
16 sec
·
South Harrison Street
4
Turn right onto PA 462
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Market Street
5
Turn left onto North Hills Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Hills Road
Use the left lane.
6
Turn right onto US 30
23 mi
·
31 min
·
US 30
7
Take the exit onto US 222
16 mi
·
19 min
·
US 222
Toward US 222 North: Reading
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward I 76, PATP, PA 272: Denver, PA Turnpike
9
Turn right onto Colonel Howard Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Colonel Howard Boulevard
Toward I 76, PATP
10
Keep slight left at fork onto Colonel Howard Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Colonel Howard Boulevard
Toward I 76, PATP
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 76 Toll East: Philadelphia
12
Merge onto I 76; PATP
39 mi
·
42 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the none lane.
13
Take the exit onto I 76
5.1 mi
·
7 min
·
I 76
Exit 326
Toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia
Use the slight right lane.
14
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 331A
Toward I 476 South: Chester
Use the slight right lane.
15
Merge onto I 476
6.4 mi
·
8 min
·
Mid-County Expressway
Use the none lane.
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
59 sec
Exit 9
Toward PA 3: Upper Darby, Broomall
Use the slight right lane.
17
Turn left onto PA 3
2.5 mi
·
5 min
·
West Chester Pike
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
18
Turn slight right onto Darby Road
471 ft
·
13 sec
·
Darby Road
Use the right lane.
19
Continue on Lansdowne Avenue
3.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Lansdowne Avenue
Use the none lane.
20
Turn right onto West Providence Road
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
West Providence Road
21
Arrive at destination
West Providence Road
Trip Plan
Given the 2 hour and 15 minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around local traffic patterns. Since there are no mandatory stops required to complete the 100.4-mile distance, you can easily tackle the entire trip in one go without feeling worn out. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before merging onto the Pennsylvania Turnpike, as you will want to avoid stopping during that longest 39.4-mile stretch. Aim to leave during off-peak hours to ensure your travel time stays as close to the estimate as possible. Because this route is so direct, keep your focus on the highway signage to ensure you transition smoothly between US 30, US 222, and the turnpike.
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 50.2 miles from York, PA, or about 1h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 39.4 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 80 miles or 1h 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50.2 miles or 1h 8m 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 42m
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 York, 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 York, PA
This is one driving day of about 100.4 miles and 2h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from York, 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 for about 39.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 50.2 mi from York, PA · 1h 8m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
50 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 50.2 miles from York, 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
$16.61 one way
$33.23 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $18.18 | $36.36 |
| premium | $4.92 | $19.46 | $38.91 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $22.31 | $44.61 |
Estimated Tolls: $5.12
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(39.4 mi)
$5.12
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
$17
Tolls
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.1 | 0 | $10.54 | $4.82 |
| Efficient EV | 25.1 | 0 | $8.79 | $4.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 40.2 | 0 | $14.06 | $6.43 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Evening in Upper Darby on Sunday
Local time
8:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
62°F
Adamstown, PA
50 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
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 York, PA to Upper Darby, PA covers 100.4 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 Pennsylvania Turnpike, US 30, US 222. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 50.2 miles from York, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.61 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 18 significant decision points across 100.4 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 0.1 miles (East King Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 41.7 miles (Colonel Howard Boulevard): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 82.1 miles (I 76): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between York, PA and Upper Darby, PA, road signs point toward Patp, Pa Turnpike, Philadelphia and Broomall.
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