This 96-mile drive from Delaware, PA to Abington, PA will take approximately 2 hours and 33 minutes. It's a straightforward trip entirely within Pennsylvania's Northeast region, making it an ideal candidate for a single-day adventure. With a projected fuel cost of around $16, it's an economical option for a quick getaway or a practical transit. The route primarily utilizes US 209 and PA 309, offering a mixed driving experience. Given its manageable length and duration, you won't need to break this trip up, allowing for maximum flexibility.
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
48 miles from Delaware, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 13m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 209
43.7 mi
1h 4m
PA 309
8.7 mi
14m
Sellersville Bypass
8.1 mi
11m
Horsham Road
7.6 mi
13m
Bethlehem Pike
4.9 mi
8m
I 78
3.9 mi
4m
Keystone Shortway
3.6 mi
5m
Seven Bridge Road
3.1 mi
6m
Longest stretch:
US 209
— 43.7 mi, about 1h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Delaware, PA and Abington, PA.
1
Start on US 209
15 mi·28 min·US 209
2
Enter roundabout onto US 209
176 ft·6 sec·Seven Bridge Road
3
Continue on US 209
3.1 mi·5 min·Seven Bridge Road
4
Keep slight right at fork onto US 209
0.3 mi·36 sec·US 209
5
Merge onto I 80
3.6 mi·5 min·Keystone Shortway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto US 209
29 mi·36 min·US 209
Toward US 209 south to PA 33 south: SnydersvilleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on PA 33
0.4 mi·24 sec·Gene Hartzell Memorial Bridge
8
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 78 West: Allentown, Harrisburg
9
Merge onto I 78
3.9 mi·4 min·I 78
10
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 67Toward PA 412: Hellertown, BethlehemUse the slight right lane.
11
Turn left onto PA 412
0.3 mi·46 sec·Hellertown Road
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
12
Continue on PA 412
2.0 mi·4 min·Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Continue on PA 412
0.6 mi·55 sec·Leithsville Road
14
Turn right onto Apples Church Road
0.8 mi·1 min·Apples Church Road
15
Continue on Taylor Drive
2.0 mi·3 min·Taylor Drive
16
Continue on Flint Hill Road
0.6 mi·1 min·Flint Hill Road
17
Turn right onto Passer Road
340 ft·8 sec·Passer Road
18
Turn left onto PA 309
8.7 mi·14 min·PA 309
19
Keep slight left at fork onto PA 309
8.1 mi·11 min·Sellersville Bypass
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Continue on PA 309
4.9 mi·8 min·Bethlehem Pike
Use the straight lane.
21
Turn left onto PA 463
7.6 mi·13 min·Horsham Road
Use the left lane.
22
Merge onto PA 611
2.6 mi·5 min·Easton Road
Use the right lane.
23
Continue on Easton Road
0.2 mi·20 sec·Easton Road
24
Turn left onto PA 63
0.3 mi·49 sec·West Moreland Road
Use the left lane.
25
Turn right onto PA 611
1.3 mi·2 min·Old York Road
26
Turn left onto Keith Road
127 ft·7 sec·Keith Road
Use the left lane.
27
Turn right
19 ft·1 sec
28
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 2-hour and 33-minute journey, consider an early morning departure to avoid potential midday traffic, especially as you get closer to Abington. With only one recommended stop, you have plenty of flexibility to decide when and where to take a break. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $16. A specific tip for this route: be mindful of the transition onto PA 309; it can sometimes involve more local traffic and varied speed limits after longer stretches on US 209.
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 48 miles from Delaware, PA, or about 1h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 43.7 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 21 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48 miles or 1h 13m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 2m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Abington, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Delaware, 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 Delaware, PA
This is one driving day of about 96 miles and 2h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Delaware, 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 US 209 for about 43.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 17
5 decision points cluster between mile 18.3 and 70.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
18.3 mi into trip|~34m in|I 80 / Keystone Shortway
Merge onto I 80 / Keystone Shortway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
21.9 mi into trip|~40m in|US 209
Keep slight right at fork onto US 209 toward US 209 south to PA 33 south: Snydersville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 209 south to PA 33 south: Snydersvill...
5
50.7 mi into trip|~1h 16m in
Take the exit toward I 78 West: Allentown, Harrisburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 78 West: Allentown, Harrisburg
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55.2 mi into trip|~1h 22m in
Take the exit toward PA 412: Hellertown, Bethlehem
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 67
Toward PA 412: Hellertown, Bethlehem
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70.9 mi into trip|~1h 51m in|PA 309 / Sellersville Bypass
Keep slight left at fork onto PA 309 / Sellersville Bypass
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.92 one way
$31.83 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg34 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$17.43
$34.86
premium
$4.93
$18.62
$37.24
diesel
$5.61
$21.20
$42.39
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: 33.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
28.8
0
$10.08
$4.61
Efficient EV
24
0
$8.40
$3.84
EV Truck/SUV
38.4
0
$13.44
$6.14
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Delaware, PA
Late night
in Delaware on Sunday
Local time
3:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Abington, PA
Late night
in Abington on Sunday
Local time
3:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
90°F
Mostly Sunny
SW 5 to 15 mph2% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 3:08PM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 4:45AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
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
31 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
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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
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 3.3
Park Closure: Old Mine Road North Construction Closure Begins April 6, 2026
Park Closure: Dingmans Falls Trail, Road, and Access Closed for Bridge Replacement
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...
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...
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...
15 mi from route
~38 min detour
Free
near mile 86.1
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
You'll experience a mixed drive on this route, with 59% of it on highways. Expect to cover the longest uninterrupted stretch of 43.7 miles on US 209, which will likely feel like a more continuous journey. As you progress, the roads will transition, incorporating PA 309 and the Sellersville Bypass, offering a blend of faster-paced highway sections and potentially more varied local road driving. This combination means you'll encounter different driving conditions as you make your way towards Abington.
59% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 43.7 mi on US 209.
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 18.3 miles in near I 80 / Keystone Shortway.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 96 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 18.3 miles (I 80 / Keystone Shortway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.9 miles (US 209): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 50.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Delaware, PA and Abington, PA, road signs point toward Harrisburg and Bethlehem.
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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 33m. Total distance: 96 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 (59%). 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 43.7 miles on US 209. 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 Abington, 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 18.3 miles (I 80 / Keystone Shortway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.9 miles (US 209): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 50.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Abington, PA before heading back.
