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Trip from Abington, PA to Delaware, PA

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 33m

Distance

98.7 mi

159 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$16

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 30 min
4 AM
2h 24m ★
6 AM
2h 34m
8 AM
2h 54m
10 AM
2h 41m
12 PM
2h 39m
3 PM
2h 42m
5 PM
2h 53m
8 PM
2h 28m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Abington, PA, PA

Abington, PA

Michael Taccetta

Downtown Delaware, PA, PA

Delaware, PA

Christopher Santiago

Trip Overview

Abington, PA to Delaware, PA is 98.7 miles and takes about 2h 33m via PA-33, US 209, and I-78, with a fuel budget near $16 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Northeast region, primarily within Pennsylvania, offering a straightforward journey. You'll encounter a mixed drive profile, balancing highway speeds with some local road navigation. Given the relatively short duration and manageable distance, it's an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion, allowing for a relaxed pace. Consider this route if you're looking for an efficient way to travel between these two points without extensive planning.

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

49.3 miles from Abington, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 17m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
PA-33 24 mi 29m
US 209 11.5 mi 18m
I 78 10.2 mi 11m
North West End Boulevard 8.7 mi 14m
Sellersville Bypass 8.2 mi 11m
Bethlehem Pike 7.9 mi 13m
Milford Road 7.1 mi 13m
Federal Road 7 mi 13m
Longest stretch: PA-33 — 24 mi, about 29m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Abington, PA and Delaware, PA.

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Start on this road

19 ft · 6 sec · this road
2

Turn left onto Keith Road

85 ft · 7 sec · Keith Road
3

Turn right onto PA 611

1.3 mi · 2 min · Old York Road
4

Turn left onto PA 63

1.4 mi · 3 min · Moreland Road
Use the left lane.
5

Continue on PA 63

6.1 mi · 11 min · Welsh Road
6

Turn right onto PA 309

7.9 mi · 13 min · Bethlehem Pike
Use the right lane.
7

Continue on PA 309

8.2 mi · 11 min · Sellersville Bypass
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Continue on PA 309

2.9 mi · 5 min · South West End Boulevard
9

Continue on PA 309

8.7 mi · 14 min · North West End Boulevard
10

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min
Toward I 78 East: Bethlehem
11

Merge onto I 78

10 mi · 11 min · I 78
Use the straight / right lanes.
12

Take the exit

0.8 mi · 1 min
Exit 71 Toward PA 33 North: Stroudsburg Use the slight right lane.
13

Continue on PA 33

0.4 mi · 25 sec · Gene Hartzell Memorial Bridge
14

Continue on PA 33

24 mi · 29 min · PA-33
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Keep slight right at fork onto US 209

7.9 mi · 11 min · US 209
Toward US 209 North: Stroudsburg Use the straight / right lanes.
16

Take the exit onto US 209

3.6 mi · 7 min · US 209
Toward US 209 north , PA 447 north: Marshalls Creek
17

Enter roundabout onto US 209

98 ft · 3 sec · Marshalls Creek Bypass
18

Continue on US 209

0.8 mi · 1 min · Marshalls Creek Bypass
19

Continue on US 209

7.1 mi · 13 min · Milford Road
20

Continue on US 209

7.0 mi · 13 min · Federal Road
21

Arrive at destination

US 209

Trip Plan

With a drive time of just over 2.5 hours, this route offers great flexibility. You can easily depart in the morning and complete the journey well before evening, or even plan a mid-day departure. Since it’s a single-day trip, you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as the estimated cost is around $16, but it’s always wise to top off before heading out, especially if you plan any detours. A good tip for this route is to be mindful of the transition from highway to local roads around the 24-mile stretch on PA-33; this is where you might want to adjust your speed and be more aware of your surroundings.

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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 49.3 miles from Abington, PA, or about 1h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 24 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 22 miles or 38m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 49.3 miles or 1h 17m 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 59m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Delaware, PA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Abington, 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 Abington, PA

This is one driving day of about 98.7 miles and 2h 33m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Abington, 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 PA-33 for about 24 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

borough in Pennsylvania, United States of America

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Freemansburg, PA

49 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

Lansdale, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Lower Saucon, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 49.3 miles from Abington, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Triplets Family Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania

Later in the drive, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 77.5

Hours: 5 am–9 pm

+15704216566

Visit website

Bella's Restaurant & Pizzeria

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Jenkintown, Pennsylvania

1.6 mi

Triplets Family Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 77.5

Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania

Hours: 5 am–9 pm

+15704216566

Visit website

Bella's Restaurant & Pizzeria

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Jenkintown, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12158862266

Visit website

Cafe Light

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

5 mi from route ~12 min detour $20 to $30

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+12154379790

Visit website

Amazing Escape Room Montgomeryville

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 14.1

Montgomeryville, Pennsylvania

Hours: 12–11 pm

+12672228186

Visit website

Lake Lenape Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 21.1

Sellersville, Pennsylvania

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+12152575065

Kohler Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 7

Ambler, Pennsylvania

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+12156433131

Bushkill Falls

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 91.6

Bushkill, Pennsylvania

Hours: 9 am–4 pm

+15705886682

Visit website

The Sellersville Museum

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 21.1

Sellersville, Pennsylvania

Hours: Closed

+12152575253

Visit website

Ambler Arboretum of Temple University

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 7

Ambler, Pennsylvania

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+12674688000

Visit website

Lehigh Millennium Folk Arch and Art Enclave

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 42.3

Bethlehem, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Harold F. Pitcairn Wings of Freedom Aviation Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 7

Horsham, Pennsylvania

Hours: 10:30 am–3 pm

+12156722277

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 10

5 decision points cluster between mile 1.3 and 72.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
1.3 mi into trip | ~2m in | PA 63 / Moreland Road

Turn left onto PA 63 / Moreland Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
5
8.8 mi into trip | ~17m in | PA 309 / Bethlehem Pike

Turn right onto PA 309 / Bethlehem Pike

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
5
37 mi into trip | ~1h 2m in | I 78

Merge onto I 78

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.
7
47.1 mi into trip | ~1h 14m in

Take the exit toward PA 33 North: Stroudsburg

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 71 Toward PA 33 North: Stroudsburg
7
72.3 mi into trip | ~1h 46m in | US 209

Keep slight right at fork onto US 209 toward US 209 North: Stroudsburg

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes. Toward US 209 North: Stroudsburg

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$16.36 one way

$32.73 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 35 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $17.92 $35.84
premium $4.93 $19.14 $38.28
diesel $5.61 $21.79 $43.58

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$16

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$41–$66

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 34.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 29.6 0 $10.36 $4.74
Efficient EV 24.7 0 $8.64 $3.95
EV Truck/SUV 39.5 0 $13.82 $6.32

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.

Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026

Origin

Abington, PA

Late night in Abington on Sunday

Local time

2:02 AM

EDT

Current temp

52°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Delaware, PA

Late night in Delaware on Sunday

Local time

2:02 AM

EDT

Current temp

59°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

7 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

2h 33m 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area

Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area

National Recreation Area

Situated within the most densely populated region of the United States, Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area provides a unique opportunity to experience tranquil landscapes, rich human history,...

0 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 near mile 95.3
Park Closure: Old Mine Road North Construction Closure Begins April 6, 2026
Park Closure: Dingmans Falls Trail, Road, and Access Closed for Bridge Replacement
View on nps.gov
Independence National Historical Park

Independence National Historical Park

National Historical Park

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...

12 mi from route ~30 min detour $1
View on nps.gov
Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial

Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial

National Memorial

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...

12 mi from route ~31 min detour Free
View on nps.gov
Valley Forge National Historical Park

Valley Forge National Historical Park

National Historical Park

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...

14 mi from route ~35 min detour Free near mile 10.2
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

This journey features a mixed drive, with about 46% of it on highways. You'll experience stretches of faster driving on roads like I-78, interspersed with segments on PA-33 and US 209. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is approximately 24 miles on PA-33, offering a continuous drive before potentially encountering more varied terrain. The character of the road shifts throughout, providing a dynamic driving experience rather than a monotonous one. Expect a blend of efficient travel and opportunities to see the landscape change as you progress.

46% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 24 mi on PA-33.

How Hard Is This Drive?

6/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.3 miles in near PA 63 / Moreland Road.

Driving Effort 6/10

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 98.7 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 1.3 miles (PA 63 / Moreland Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.8 miles (PA 309 / Bethlehem Pike): Lane positioning matters here; at 37 miles (I 78): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

About the Cities

Arriving in Delaware, PA

Full guide →

Delaware has beautiful beaches and parks. The more popular beaches are in: Rehoboth Beach, Lewes, Dewey Beach and Bethany Beach. Most parks in Delaware's very extensive and well maintained park system are free or low-cost. The First State National Historical Park a group of historical sites that cover the early colonial history of Delaware and the role Delaware played in the establishment of the United States, leading up to it being the first state to ratify the U.S. Constitution. It is one of the smallest states in the United States. It has beautiful beaches, and activities vary from business-friendly Wilmington to the rural southern parts of the state.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 33m. Total distance: 98.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 33m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (46%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Scenic Drive

Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 24 miles on PA-33. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Delaware, PA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 1.3 miles (PA 63 / Moreland Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.8 miles (PA 309 / Bethlehem Pike): Lane positioning matters here; at 37 miles (I 78): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes — Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, Independence National Historical Park and Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial (4 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Delaware, PA before heading back.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner 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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