Trip from East Berlin, PA to Upper Darby, 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 41m

Distance

114.1 mi

184 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$19

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 32 min

4 AM

2h 31m ★

6 AM

2h 41m

8 AM

3h 3m

10 AM

2h 49m

12 PM

2h 47m

3 PM

2h 50m

5 PM

3h 2m

8 PM

2h 35m

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

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Trip Overview

East Berlin, PA to Upper Darby, PA is 114.1 miles and takes about 2h 41m via Pennsylvania Turnpike, US 30, and US 222, with a fuel budget near $19 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Pennsylvania, starting in the Northeast region and ending in the same area. With a highway-focused profile, expect a straightforward journey primarily on major roads. The total trip takes less than three hours, making it an ideal one-day excursion. You'll encounter a 78% highway share, indicating a significant portion of the drive will be on faster-paced routes.

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

57.1 miles from East Berlin, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 26m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike	39.4 mi	42m
US 30	22.8 mi	31m
US 222	15.8 mi	19m
East Berlin Road	10.6 mi	18m
Mid-County Expressway	6.4 mi	8m
I 76	5.1 mi	7m
Lansdowne Avenue	3 mi	8m
West King Street	2.7 mi	7m

Longest stretch: Pennsylvania Turnpike — 39.4 mi, about 42m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between East Berlin, PA and Upper Darby, PA.

Start on PA 194

29 ft · 4 sec · Abbottstown Street

Turn right onto PA 234

0.4 mi · 53 sec · East King Street

Continue on PA 234

11 mi · 18 min · East Berlin Road

Turn left onto PA 462

1.5 mi · 2 min · West Market Street

Turn right onto South Richland Avenue

0.1 mi · 18 sec · South Richland Avenue

Use the straight / right lanes.

Turn left onto West King Street

2.7 mi · 7 min · West King Street

Turn left onto South Harrison Street

498 ft · 16 sec · South Harrison Street

Turn right onto PA 462

0.5 mi · 1 min · East Market Street

Turn left onto North Hills Road

0.6 mi · 1 min · North Hills Road

Use the left lane.

Turn right onto US 30

23 mi · 31 min · US 30

Take the exit onto US 222

16 mi · 19 min · US 222

Toward US 222 North: Reading

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 30 sec

Toward I 76, PATP, PA 272: Denver, PA Turnpike

Turn right onto Colonel Howard Boulevard

0.2 mi · 25 sec · Colonel Howard Boulevard

Toward I 76, PATP

Keep slight left at fork onto Colonel Howard Boulevard

0.6 mi · 1 min · Colonel Howard Boulevard

Toward I 76, PATP

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 40 sec

Toward I 76 Toll East: Philadelphia

Merge onto I 76; PATP

39 mi · 42 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit onto I 76

5.1 mi · 7 min · I 76

Exit 326 Toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia Use the slight right lane.

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min

Exit 331A Toward I 476 South: Chester Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 476

6.4 mi · 8 min · Mid-County Expressway

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 59 sec

Exit 9 Toward PA 3: Upper Darby, Broomall Use the slight right lane.

Turn left onto PA 3

2.5 mi · 5 min · West Chester Pike

Use the left / straight / right lanes.

Turn slight right onto Darby Road

471 ft · 13 sec · Darby Road

Use the right lane.

Continue on Lansdowne Avenue

3.0 mi · 8 min · Lansdowne Avenue

Use the straight lane.

Turn right onto West Providence Road

0.3 mi · 39 sec · West Providence Road

Arrive at destination

West Providence Road

Trip Plan

Given the 2h 41m duration, this trip is easily achievable in a single day. Consider departing in the morning to maximize daylight and avoid potential rush hour traffic as you approach Upper Darby. With a fuel cost estimated at $19, planning for one refueling stop might be prudent, though check your vehicle's range. The longest stretch without a major exit is 39.4 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, so ensure you're comfortable with that segment before setting out. Take advantage of the relatively short drive time by leaving a bit later if needed, but always keep an eye on your fuel gauge.

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 57.1 miles from East Berlin, PA, or about 1h 26m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 39.4 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 25 miles or 43m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 57.1 miles or 1h 26m 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 5m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving East Berlin, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 East Berlin, PA

This is one driving day of about 114.1 miles and 2h 41m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from East Berlin, 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 Pennsylvania Turnpike for about 39.4 miles.

Where to Stop

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

borough in northeastern Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Denver, PA

57 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

Columbia, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 25 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Denver, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 57.1 miles from East Berlin, 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

Koi Asian Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

East Berlin, Pennsylvania

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 10:30 am–9:30 pm

+17172599072

Visit website

Rivertowne Restaurant & Bar

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Wrightsville, Pennsylvania

0.9 mi

Tasty Zaytoon Lebanese Market and Restaurant

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Exton, Pennsylvania

2.3 mi

Koi Asian Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

East Berlin, Pennsylvania

Hours: 10:30 am–9:30 pm

+17172599072

Visit website

Rivertowne Restaurant & Bar

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 24.5

Wrightsville, Pennsylvania

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+17172523184

Visit website

Tasty Zaytoon Lebanese Market and Restaurant

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour Moderately mile 81.5

Exton, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+14848733198

Visit website

Satellite Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10 mile 114.1

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+12672772623

Visit website

Pomod'oro Pizza and Italian Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour $20 to $30 mile 81.5

Downingtown, Pennsylvania

Hours: 10 am–10 pm

+16108730405

Visit website

Lione's Pizza Restaurant & Bar

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20 mile 81.5

Downingtown, Pennsylvania

Hours: 10 am–9:30 pm

+16108732500

Visit website

The Escape Game King Of Prussia

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 97.8

King of Prussia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 8 am–12 pm

+16106248058

Visit website

iFLY Indoor Skydiving - King of Prussia

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 97.8

King of Prussia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 10 am–8:30 pm

+16105954359

Visit website

Wharton Esherick Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 89.7

Malvern, Pennsylvania

+16106445822

Visit website

Heuser Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 97.8

King of Prussia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+16102651071

Visit website

Elmwood Park Zoo

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 97.8

Norristown, Pennsylvania

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+16102773825

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 21

5 decision points cluster between mile 12.5 and 107.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

12.5 mi into trip | ~21m in | South Richland Avenue

Turn right onto South Richland Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.

55.4 mi into trip | ~1h 23m in | Colonel Howard Boulevard

Turn right onto Colonel Howard Boulevard toward I 76, PATP

Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 76, PATP

95.9 mi into trip | ~2h 8m in | I 76

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 326 Toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia

100.9 mi into trip | ~2h 15m in

Take the exit toward I 476 South: Chester

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 331A Toward I 476 South: Chester

107.9 mi into trip | ~2h 26m in

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 9 Toward PA 3: Upper Darby, Broomall

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$18.92 one way

$37.83 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 40 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.61	$20.72	$41.44
premium	$4.93	$22.13	$44.26
diesel	$5.61	$25.19	$50.38

Estimated Tolls: $5.12

Pennsylvania Turnpike (39.4 mi) $5.12

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

$19

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$49–$74

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 39.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	34.2	$11.98	$5.48
Efficient EV	28.5	$9.98	$4.56
EV Truck/SUV	45.6	$15.97	$7.30

Gas CO2

40 kg

EV CO2

13 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 17, 2026

Origin

East Berlin, PA

Evening in East Berlin on Sunday

Local time

5:55 PM

EDT

Current temp

47°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Upper Darby, PA

Evening in Upper Darby on Sunday

Local time

5:55 PM

EDT

Current temp

82°F

Partly Sunny then Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms

NW 10 to 15 mph 27% chance Live forecast

61°F

Denver, PA

57 mi in

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

35 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 41m 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.

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...

1 mi from route ~3 min detour Free near mile 94.4

Park Closure: Sun, Apr 19 - Park Entrance and Tour Roads Temporarily Closed for Rev Run

Park Closure: Admin Parking Lot Closed Fri 4/17 Until Sun 4/19 at Noon for Rev Run Setup

View on nps.gov

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...

7 mi from route ~17 min detour $1 near mile 114.1

View on nps.gov

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...

7 mi from route ~17 min detour Free near mile 114.1

View on nps.gov

First State National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Famous as the First State to ratify the Constitution, Delaware was born out of a conflict among three world powers for dominance of the Delaware Valley. From this beginning, the region developed a dis...

16 mi from route ~41 min detour Free near mile 86.6

View on nps.gov

Appalachian National Scenic Trail

National Scenic Trail

The Appalachian Trail is a 2,190+ mile long public footpath that traverses the scenic, wooded, pastoral, wild, and culturally resonant lands of the Appalachian Mountains. Conceived in 1921, built by p...

22 mi from route ~56 min detour Free near mile 47.2

View on nps.gov

Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument

National Monument

More than 7,800 children from 140 Tribes went to the Carlisle School from 1879 to 1918. The National Park Service will collaborate with families, affiliated Tribal Nations, the US Army, historians, an...

22 mi from route ~54 min detour Free

View on nps.gov

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

What kind of drive is this?

This is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 78% of the route utilizing major roadways. You'll experience the longest uninterrupted stretch of 39.4 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, offering a consistent pace. The journey generally moves along well-maintained highways like US 222 and US 30, interspersed with the Turnpike. Expect a smooth and efficient drive, characteristic of travel between these points in Pennsylvania. The road's personality is geared towards direct travel rather than scenic detours.

78% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 39.4 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and US 30. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 12.5 miles in near South Richland Avenue.

Driving Effort 9/10

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 21 significant decision points across 114.1 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 12.5 miles (South Richland Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 55.4 miles (Colonel Howard Boulevard): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 95.9 miles (I 76): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. 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 East Berlin, PA and Upper Darby, PA, road signs point toward Patp, Pa Turnpike, Philadelphia and Broomall.

Patp

55.2 mi in | ~1h 22m

Pa Turnpike

55.2 mi in | ~1h 22m

Philadelphia

95.9 mi in | ~2h 8m | via I 76

Broomall

107.9 mi in | ~2h 26m

About the Cities

Arriving in Upper Darby, PA

Full guide →

Upper Darby is a city in Pennsylvania.

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 41m. Total distance: 114.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (78%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 39.4 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $5.12 in tolls one way, starting with Pennsylvania Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.

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 Upper Darby, 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.

Yes — Valley Forge National Historical Park, Independence National Historical Park and Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial (6 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 Upper Darby, 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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Trip from East Berlin, PA to Upper Darby, PA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

Koi Asian Restaurant

Koi Asian Restaurant

Rivertowne Restaurant & Bar

Tasty Zaytoon Lebanese Market and Restaurant

Satellite Cafe

Pomod'oro Pizza and Italian Restaurant

Lione's Pizza Restaurant & Bar

The Escape Game King Of Prussia

iFLY Indoor Skydiving - King of Prussia

Wharton Esherick Museum

Heuser Park

Elmwood Park Zoo

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

East Berlin, PA

Upper Darby, PA

Same local time

35 degrees warmer at arrival

2h 41m on the road

National Parks Near This Route

Valley Forge National Historical Park

Independence National Historical Park

Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial

First State National Historical Park

Appalachian National Scenic Trail

Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

About the Cities

Arriving in Upper Darby, PA

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

How do I pay the tolls on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

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