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Trip from Geistown, 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

4h 37m

Distance

231.7 mi

373 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$38

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 41 min
4 AM
4h 24m ★
6 AM
4h 38m
8 AM
5h 5m
10 AM
4h 47m
12 PM
4h 45m
3 PM
4h 49m
5 PM
5h 3m
8 PM
4h 30m

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

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Geistown, PA

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Trip Overview

This 231.7-mile drive from Geistown, PA, to Upper Darby, PA, is designed for a single day, taking an estimated 4 hours and 37 minutes. You'll primarily be on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, making up 84% of the journey, with brief segments on Quaker Valley Road and Clear Shade Drive. With a projected fuel cost of $38 and a longest uninterrupted stretch of 181 miles on the turnpike, this route is a straightforward highway-focused trip. It's a convenient option for a one-day journey, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop, and keeps you within the Northeast region throughout.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

115.8 miles from Geistown, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 18m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike 181 mi 3h 16m
Quaker Valley Road 14.2 mi 20m
Clear Shade Drive 10.5 mi 14m
Mid-County Expressway 6.4 mi 8m
I 76 5.1 mi 7m
Scalp Avenue 3.4 mi 5m
Lansdowne Avenue 3 mi 8m
West Chester Pike 2.5 mi 5m
Longest stretch: Pennsylvania Turnpike — 181 mi, about 3h 16m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on Scalp Avenue

3.4 mi · 5 min · Scalp Avenue
2

Continue on PA 56

11 mi · 14 min · Clear Shade Drive
3

Continue on PA 56

14 mi · 20 min · Quaker Valley Road
4

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 43 sec
5

Merge onto I 99; US 220

2.2 mi · 2 min · I 99; US 220
6

Take the exit

0.9 mi · 1 min
Toward Pittsburgh, Harrisburg
7

Keep slight right at fork

284 ft · 8 sec
Toward US 220 Business South: Bedford
8

Turn slight right onto US 220 BUS

0.2 mi · 26 sec · Business 220
9

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 24 sec
Toward I 70, I 76, PATP: Pittsburgh, Harrisburg
10

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 50 sec
Toward I 76 East, I 70 East: Harrisburg
11

Merge onto I 70; I 76; PATP

181 mi · 3 hr 16 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

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.
13

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Exit 331A Toward I 476 South: Chester Use the slight right lane.
14

Merge onto I 476

6.4 mi · 8 min · Mid-County Expressway
15

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 59 sec
Exit 9 Toward PA 3: Upper Darby, Broomall Use the slight right lane.
16

Turn left onto PA 3

2.5 mi · 5 min · West Chester Pike
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
17

Turn slight right onto Darby Road

471 ft · 13 sec · Darby Road
Use the right lane.
18

Continue on Lansdowne Avenue

3.0 mi · 8 min · Lansdowne Avenue
Use the straight lane.
19

Turn right onto West Providence Road

0.3 mi · 39 sec · West Providence Road
20

Arrive at destination

West Providence Road

Trip Plan

For this 4-hour and 37-minute drive, departing in the morning is advisable to maximize daylight and minimize potential traffic, especially as you approach Upper Darby. With only one recommended stop and a longest stretch of 181 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, plan your break strategically. Consider stopping around the halfway point to refuel and stretch your legs. Given the $38 fuel cost, ensure your tank is full before you leave Geistown. Keep an eye on the turnpike for any electronic toll collection requirements or potential construction delays.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 115.8 miles from Geistown, PA, or about 2h 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 181 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 51 miles or 1h 8m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 115.8 miles or 2h 18m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 39m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Geistown, 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 Geistown, PA

This is one driving day of about 231.7 miles and 4h 37m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 51 miles from Geistown, 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 181 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Middlesex, PA, PA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Middlesex, PA

116 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

Hancock, MD

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 51 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Middlesex, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 115.8 miles from Geistown, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Pennsylvania Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 181 miles.

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

Tasty Zaytoon Lebanese Market and Restaurant

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Exton, Pennsylvania

Near the end, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour Moderately mile 198.6

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+14848733198

Visit website

Satellite Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

3 mi

Tasty Zaytoon Lebanese Market and Restaurant

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour Moderately mile 198.6

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 231.7

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+12672772623

Visit website

Amsale Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 231.7

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12153974420

Visit website

Lione's Pizza Restaurant & Bar

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20 mile 198.6

Downingtown, Pennsylvania

Hours: 10 am–9:30 pm

+16108732500

Visit website

Pomod'oro Pizza and Italian Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour $20 to $30 mile 198.6

Downingtown, Pennsylvania

Hours: 10 am–10 pm

+16108730405

Visit website

The Escape Game King Of Prussia

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 215.1

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

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 215.1

King of Prussia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 10 am–8:30 pm

+16105954359

Visit website

Heuser Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 215.1

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 215.1

Norristown, Pennsylvania

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+16102773825

Visit website

Arnold's Family Fun Center

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 215.1

Oaks, Pennsylvania

Hours: 3–9 pm

+16106660600

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 14

5 decision points cluster between mile 30.6 and 225.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
30.6 mi into trip | ~44m in

Take the exit toward Pittsburgh, Harrisburg

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward Pittsburgh, Harrisburg
6
32 mi into trip | ~47m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 76 East, I 70 East: Harrisburg

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 76 East, I 70 East: Harrisburg
8
213.4 mi into trip | ~4h 4m 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
7
218.5 mi into trip | ~4h 12m 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
8
225.5 mi into trip | ~4h 22m 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

$38.41 one way

$76.83 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 81 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $42.07 $84.14
premium $4.93 $44.94 $89.87
diesel $5.61 $51.16 $102.31

Estimated Tolls: $23.54

Pennsylvania Turnpike (181 mi) $23.54

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

$38

Tolls

$24

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$87–$112

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 81.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 69.5 0 $24.33 $11.12
Efficient EV 57.9 0 $20.27 $9.27
EV Truck/SUV 92.7 1 $32.44 $14.83

Gas CO2

81 kg

EV CO2

27 kg (67% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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 15, 2026

Origin

Geistown, PA

Late night in Geistown on Sunday

Local time

3:30 AM

EDT

Current temp

47°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Upper Darby, PA

Late night in Upper Darby on Sunday

Local time

3:30 AM

EDT

Current temp

76°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

48°F

Middlesex, PA

116 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

29 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

4h 37m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

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.

Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument

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...

1 mi from route ~2 min detour Free near mile 111.8
View on nps.gov
Valley Forge National Historical Park

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...

4 mi from route ~10 min detour Free near mile 215.6
View on nps.gov
Johnstown Flood National Memorial

Johnstown Flood National Memorial

National Memorial

The South Fork Dam failed on Friday, May 31, 1889, and unleashed 20,000,000 tons of water that devastated Johnstown, PA. The flood killed 2,209 people but it brought the nation and the world together...

6 mi from route ~16 min detour Free
View on nps.gov
Independence National Historical Park

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 231.5
View on nps.gov
Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial

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 231.5
View on nps.gov
Flight 93 National Memorial

Flight 93 National Memorial

National Memorial

On Tuesday morning, September 11, 2001, the U.S. came under attack when four commercial airliners were hijacked and used to strike targets on the ground. Nearly 3,000 people tragically lost their live...

12 mi from route ~30 min detour Free near mile 8
View on nps.gov

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

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience, with 84% of the 231.7 miles utilizing high-speed roads. The bulk of your travel will be on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, offering a consistent and uninterrupted stretch of 181 miles. While the majority of the drive is on this major artery, you will encounter brief transitions onto Quaker Valley Road and Clear Shade Drive, offering a slight change in scenery before rejoining faster routes. This blend means you'll spend most of your time cruising efficiently, with minimal detours off the main path.

84% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 181 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and Quaker Valley Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 30.6 miles in.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 231.7 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 30.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 32 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 213.4 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 Geistown, PA and Upper Darby, PA, road signs point toward Pittsburgh, Harrisburg, Patp: Pittsburgh and Philadelphia.

Pittsburgh

30.6 mi in | ~44m

Harrisburg

30.6 mi in | ~44m

Patp: Pittsburgh

31.8 mi in | ~46m

Philadelphia

213.4 mi in | ~4h 4m | via I 76

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 37m. Total distance: 231.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 181 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $23.54 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.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

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.

The main spots that need attention: at 30.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 32 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 213.4 miles (I 76): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes — Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument, Valley Forge National Historical Park and Johnstown Flood National Memorial (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Possible but tiring. At 4.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Upper Darby, PA, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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