Origin
Caln, PA
Morning in Caln on Sunday
Local time
7:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Caln, PA to Haverford, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
51m
Distance
32.4 mi
52 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 47m
★
6 AM
0h 52m
8 AM
1h 0m
10 AM
0h 55m
12 PM
0h 54m
3 PM
0h 55m
5 PM
1h 0m
8 PM
0h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Caln, PA
Haneul Trac
Trip Overview
Caln, PA to Haverford, PA is 32.4 miles and takes about 51 minutes via US 202, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Northeast region, entirely within Pennsylvania. Expect a mixed drive that blends highway speeds with some local road conditions. Given its short duration, this route is ideal for a quick day trip or a simple transfer between locations. It offers a straightforward path for those looking to cover this specific distance efficiently.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 202 | 9.5 mi | 12m |
| Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass | 6.1 mi | 8m |
| Exton Bypass | 4.7 mi | 6m |
| West Montgomery Avenue | 4.3 mi | 9m |
| Schuylkill Expressway | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| North Caln Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| South Gulph Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Lincoln Highway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 202
— 9.5 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Caln, PA and Haverford, PA.
1
Start on Seltzer Avenue
225 ft
·
11 sec
·
Seltzer Avenue
2
Turn right onto US 30 BUS
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
Lincoln Highway
3
Turn right onto North Caln Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
North Caln Road
4
Continue on Reeceville Road
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Reeceville Road
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward US 30 East
6
Merge onto US 30
6.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on US 30
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Exton Bypass
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork
1.0 mi
·
2 min
Toward US 202 North: King of Prussia
9
Merge onto US 202
9.5 mi
·
12 min
·
US 202
10
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
Toward I 76 East: Philadelphia, Devon Park Drive
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork
1.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 76 East: Philadelphia
12
Merge onto I 76
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Schuylkill Expressway
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 330
Toward PA 320: Gulph Mills
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight right at fork
340 ft
·
9 sec
Toward PA 320 South: Villanova
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Turn straight onto PA 320
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Gulph Road
16
Continue on PA 320
4.3 mi
·
9 min
·
West Montgomery Avenue
17
Turn left onto Woodside Road
525 ft
·
23 sec
·
Woodside Road
18
Turn left onto Winsor Lane
343 ft
·
18 sec
·
Winsor Lane
19
Turn left
10 ft
·
0 sec
20
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.2 miles from Caln, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 145 decision points cluster between mile 1.7 and 27.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
1.7 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp toward US 30 East
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Toward US 30 East
5
1.8 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
US 30 / Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass
Merge onto US 30 / Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
23.2 mi into trip
|
~34m in
Take the exit toward I 76 East: Philadelphia, Devon Park Drive
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 76 East: Philadelphia, Devon Park Driv...
7
27 mi into trip
|
~39m in
Take the exit toward PA 320: Gulph Mills
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 330
Toward PA 320: Gulph Mills
7
27.3 mi into trip
|
~39m in
Keep slight right at fork toward PA 320 South: Villanova
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward PA 320 South: Villanova
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.37 one way
$10.74 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $5.88 | $11.77 |
| premium | $4.93 | $6.28 | $12.57 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.15 | $14.31 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.7 | 0 | $3.40 | $1.56 |
| Efficient EV | 8.1 | 0 | $2.83 | $1.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13 | 0 | $4.54 | $2.07 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Haverford, PA
Morning in Haverford on Sunday
Local time
7:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
23 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
51m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route offers a mixed driving experience, with 36% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter stretches like the Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass and Exton Bypass, which provide a more direct, faster pace. The longest uninterrupted segment you'll navigate is 9.5 miles along US 202. As you progress, the character of the drive shifts, transitioning between these quicker sections and potentially more localized roads as you approach your destination. Be prepared for this blend of speeds and road types.
36% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 9.5 mi on US 202.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.7 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 14 decision points packed into just 32.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 51m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.7 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 1.8 miles (US 30 / Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 51m. Total distance: 32.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (36%). 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 9.5 miles on US 202. 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 Haverford, PA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.7 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 1.8 miles (US 30 / Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Valley Forge National Historical Park, 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 Haverford, 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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