Origin
Christiana, PA
Evening in Christiana on Sunday
Local time
5:19 PM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Christiana, 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
1h 10m
Distance
44.6 mi
72 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 5m
★
6 AM
1h 10m
8 AM
1h 21m
10 AM
1h 14m
12 PM
1h 13m
3 PM
1h 15m
5 PM
1h 21m
8 PM
1h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Christiana, PA
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Christiana to Haverford covers 44.6 miles of Pennsylvania’s Northeast region, typically taking about 1 hour and 10 minutes to complete. Because this is a relatively short distance, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion without the need for an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $7 for fuel to cover the trip. The route relies on a mix of local roads and bypasses, making it a functional connection rather than a long-haul journey. Since the trip is quick, you have the flexibility to plan your departure around your own schedule. Overall, it is a straightforward drive that gets you from the rural character of Christiana into the suburban environment of Haverford efficiently.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass | 13.9 mi | 18m |
| US 202 | 9.5 mi | 12m |
| Exton Bypass | 4.7 mi | 6m |
| West Montgomery Avenue | 4.3 mi | 9m |
| Lincoln Highway | 3.4 mi | 4m |
| Schuylkill Expressway | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Simmontown Road | 2.1 mi | 5m |
| South Gulph Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass
— 13.9 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Christiana, PA and Haverford, PA.
1
Start on West Slokom Avenue
17 ft
·
5 sec
·
West Slokom Avenue
2
Turn left onto North Bridge Street
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
North Bridge Street
3
Continue on Sadsbury Avenue
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
Sadsbury Avenue
4
Continue on Simmontown Road
2.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Simmontown Road
5
At end of road, turn right onto US 30
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Lincoln Highway
Use the left / straight lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto US 30
14 mi
·
18 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
22 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.3 miles from Christiana, 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 135 decision points cluster between mile 2.9 and 39.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
2.9 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
US 30 / Lincoln Highway
At end of road, turn right onto US 30 / Lincoln Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
6
6.3 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
US 30 / Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass
Keep slight right at fork onto US 30 / Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
35.5 mi into trip
|
~52m 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
39.2 mi into trip
|
~57m 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
39.5 mi into trip
|
~58m 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
$7.39 one way
$14.79 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $8.10 | $16.20 |
| premium | $4.93 | $8.65 | $17.30 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.85 | $19.69 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.4 | 0 | $4.68 | $2.14 |
| Efficient EV | 11.2 | 0 | $3.90 | $1.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.8 | 0 | $6.24 | $2.85 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Evening in Haverford on Sunday
Local time
5:19 PM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
46°F
Frazer, PA
22 mi in
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
4 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 10m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that requires your full attention as you navigate the transition between smaller roads and larger bypasses. With a highway share of only 26%, you will spend the majority of your time on local lanes rather than interstate cruising. Your longest sustained stretch of driving occurs on the Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass, which spans 13.9 miles. You will also utilize US 202 and the Exton Bypass to bridge the gap between your starting point and destination. This combination of segments creates a varied pace where you move between faster, fluid highway sections and more technical, winding local navigation.
Only 26% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 13.9 mi on Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.9 miles in near US 30 / Lincoln Highway.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 44.6 miles you will encounter 13 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 2.9 miles (US 30 / Lincoln Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.3 miles (US 30 / Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 35.5 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 1h 10m. Total distance: 44.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 13.9 miles on Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass. 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 2.9 miles (US 30 / Lincoln Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.3 miles (US 30 / Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 35.5 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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