Origin
Annville, PA
Afternoon in Annville on Sunday
Local time
3:20 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 53m
Distance
87.6 mi
141 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Annville, PA
Jack Pace
This 87.6-mile drive from Annville, PA to Upper Darby, PA is a straightforward, highway-focused trip that can easily be completed in under two hours. With an estimated fuel cost of $15, it's an economical option for a day trip. The route primarily utilizes major highways like the Pennsylvania Turnpike and the Mid-County Expressway, making for a predictable journey. Given its manageable distance and duration, this route is well-suited for a single day of travel, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. It's a practical choice for connecting two points within the Northeast region.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
43.8 miles from Annville, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 52m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 59.5 mi | 1h 3m |
| Mid-County Expressway | 6.4 mi | 8m |
| Horseshoe Pike | 5.6 mi | 8m |
| I 76 | 5.1 mi | 7m |
| South White Oak Street | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| Lansdowne Avenue | 3 mi | 8m |
| West Chester Pike | 2.5 mi | 5m |
| West Providence Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Annville, PA and Upper Darby, PA.
Start on US 422
Turn left onto PA 934
Continue on PA 934
Turn left onto US 322; PA 241
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 76; PATP
Take the exit onto I 76
Take the exit
Merge onto I 476
Take the exit
Turn left onto PA 3
Turn slight right onto Darby Road
Continue on Lansdowne Avenue
Turn right onto West Providence Road
Arrive at destination
Considering this is a relatively short drive of 87.6 miles, you have a lot of flexibility with your departure time. Leaving mid-morning can help you avoid the peak rush hour traffic associated with the Philadelphia area. With no designated stops in the data, plan to utilize service areas along the Pennsylvania Turnpike if you need a break or fuel. The $15 fuel cost is a good estimate, but always check current prices. Be aware that the Mid-County Expressway can experience congestion, so keep an eye on real-time traffic conditions as you approach Upper Darby.
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.
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 19 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 43.8 miles or 52m 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 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Upper Darby, PA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Annville, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Annville, PA
This is one driving day of about 87.6 miles and 1h 53m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
44 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.
A short stop after about 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 43.8 miles from Annville, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 81.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto PA 934 / South White Oak Street
Navigation decision point
Keep slight left at fork toward I 76 Toll East: Valley Forge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
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
Take the exit toward I 476 South: Chester
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
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
Regular Gas
$14.52 one way
$29.05 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $15.91 | $31.81 |
| premium | $4.93 | $16.99 | $33.98 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.34 | $38.68 |
Estimated Tolls: $7.74
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
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.3 | 0 | $9.20 | $4.20 |
| Efficient EV | 21.9 | 0 | $7.66 | $3.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 35 | 0 | $12.26 | $5.61 |
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (68% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Annville on Sunday
Local time
3:20 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Destination
Afternoon in Upper Darby on Sunday
Local time
3:20 PM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Expect a highway-centric experience for most of this 1 hour and 53-minute journey, with 81% of the drive on major expressways. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 59.5 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike. This means you'll be navigating at higher speeds for the majority of the trip, with limited opportunities for scenic detours. The route is designed for efficiency, prioritizing direct travel over rural exploration, so settling in for a consistent highway pace is key.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and Mid-County Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near PA 934 / South White Oak Street.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 87.6 miles you will encounter 12 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: near the start (PA 934 / South White Oak Street): Navigation decision point; at 9.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 69.3 miles (I 76): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Annville, PA and Upper Darby, PA, road signs point toward Patp, Philadelphia and Broomall.
Patp
Philadelphia
Broomall
Upper Darby is a city in Pennsylvania.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 53m. Total distance: 87.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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