Connecting Haverford to Lawrence Park across Pennsylvania covers 415.4 miles, making for a substantial journey that clocks in at approximately 7 hours and 46 minutes. While you could technically complete this trip in a single day, it is a long haul that requires stamina behind the wheel. You will primarily utilize the Keystone Shortway, the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, and I-79 to navigate between these two points. Budgeting roughly $69 for fuel is a smart move before you head out. Because both ends of the trip reside within the Northeast, you can expect a consistent regional feel, though the terrain shifts significantly as you travel across the state.
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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
207.7 miles from Haverford, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 54m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Keystone Shortway
256.6 mi
4h 37m
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
75 mi
1h 21m
I 79
65.8 mi
1h 10m
West 12th Street
5.1 mi
10m
Mid-County Expressway
3.4 mi
4m
Old Gulph Road
2.3 mi
5m
West Matsonford Road
1.2 mi
2m
New Gulph Road
1.1 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Keystone Shortway
— 256.6 mi, about 4h 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Haverford, PA and Lawrence Park, PA.
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Start on this road
10 ft·4 sec·this road
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Turn right onto Winsor Lane
343 ft·14 sec·Winsor Lane
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Turn right onto Woodside Road
525 ft·21 sec·Woodside Road
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Turn right onto Montgomery Avenue
0.7 mi·1 min·Montgomery Avenue
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Turn slight right onto New Gulph Road
1.1 mi·2 min·New Gulph Road
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Continue on Old Gulph Road
2.3 mi·5 min·Old Gulph Road
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Turn right onto West Matsonford Road
1.2 mi·2 min·West Matsonford Road
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Take the ramp
110 ft·3 sec
Toward I 76 West, I 476 North: Valley Forge, Plymouth MeetingUse the right lane.
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Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·54 sec
Toward I 476 North: Plymouth MeetingUse the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 95Toward PA 940, I 80: Hazleton, Mount Pocono
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Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·23 sec
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Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·40 sec
Toward I 80 West: Hazleton
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Merge onto I 80
257 mi·4 hr 37 min·Keystone Shortway
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Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 79 North: Erie
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Merge onto I 79
66 mi·1 hr 10 min·I 79
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Take the exit
0.3 mi·49 sec
Exit 183AToward PA 5 East, PA 290 East: 12th Street
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Turn right onto PA 5; PA 290
5.1 mi·10 min·West 12th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
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At end of road, turn left onto PA 5
0.5 mi·1 min·Franklin Avenue
Use the left lane.
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Turn right onto PA 5
0.8 mi·1 min·East Lake Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
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Turn right onto Lawrence Parkway
341 ft·8 sec·Lawrence Parkway
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Arrive at destination
Lawrence Parkway
Trip Plan
To make this 7 hour and 46 minute trip manageable, plan for at least two intentional stops to stretch your legs and refresh. Leaving early in the morning is your best strategy to avoid fatigue and navigate the busier sections of the turnpike during daylight hours. Since your longest uninterrupted segment covers 256.6 miles on the Keystone Shortway, ensure you have enough fuel before committing to that portion of the drive to avoid unnecessary detours. Keep your $69 fuel budget in mind as you plan your refueling stops, as prices can fluctuate depending on your proximity to major interchanges. Flexibility is key here, so if you find the distance taxing, don't hesitate to adjust your pace to ensure a safe arrival.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 207.7 miles from Haverford, PA, or about 3h 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 256.6 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 91 miles or 1h 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 207.7 miles or 3h 54m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lawrence Park, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Haverford, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Haverford, PA
This is one driving day of about 415.4 miles and 7h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 91 miles from Haverford, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Keystone Shortway for about 256.6 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 18
5 decision points cluster between mile 5.5 and 414 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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5.5 mi into trip|~12m in
Take the ramp toward I 76 West, I 476 North: Valley Forge, Plymouth Meeting
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward I 76 West, I 476 North: Valley Forge, Pl...
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5.5 mi into trip|~12m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 476 North: Plymouth Meeting
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 476 North: Plymouth Meeting
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84.4 mi into trip|~1h 39m in
Take the exit toward PA 940, I 80: Hazleton, Mount Pocono
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 95
Toward PA 940, I 80: Hazleton, Mount Pocono
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408.7 mi into trip|~7h 32m in
Take the exit toward PA 5 East, PA 290 East: 12th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 183A
Toward PA 5 East, PA 290 East: 12th Street
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414 mi into trip|~7h 44m in|PA 5 / Franklin Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto PA 5 / Franklin Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$68.87 one way
$137.74 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg145 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$75.43
$150.85
premium
$4.93
$80.56
$161.12
diesel
$5.61
$91.72
$183.43
Estimated Tolls: $9.75
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(75 mi)$9.75
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
$69
Tolls
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$104–$129
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 145.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $44 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
124.6
1
$43.62
$19.94
Efficient EV
103.9
1
$36.35
$16.62
EV Truck/SUV
166.2
2
$58.16
$26.59
Gas CO2
145 kg
EV CO2
49 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 19, 2026
Origin
Haverford, PA
Night
in Haverford on Saturday
Local time
9:13 PM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Lawrence Park, PA
Night
in Lawrence Park on Saturday
Local time
9:13 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
57°F
Cuba, NY
208 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
22 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
7h 46m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This mixed-profile route offers a varied experience, with highways accounting for 35% of your total travel time. You will face a significant stretch of 256.6 miles along the Keystone Shortway, which serves as the backbone of your journey. Expect the road to fluctuate between high-speed interstate travel and more technical driving segments as you transition between major corridors. The personality of the drive shifts as you move off the turnpikes and onto I-79, requiring you to stay alert through changing road conditions. It is a functional, efficient path that prioritizes getting you to your destination rather than focusing on leisurely backroads.
35% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 256.6 mi on Keystone Shortway.
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 5.5 miles in.
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 18 significant decision points across 415.4 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 5.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 84.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,720 ft319 ft
Total Climb
2,624 ft
Total Descent
2,299 ft
Highest Point
1,720 ft
~237.4 mi in
Elevation Range
1,401 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Haverford, PA to Lawrence Park, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Mount Pocono along the way.
Mount Pocono
84.4 mi in|~1h 39m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 46m. Total distance: 415.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 46m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 256.6 miles on Keystone Shortway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $9.75 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 Lawrence Park, 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 2 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 84.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 7.8 hours each way, a round trip means 15.6 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Lawrence Park, PA before the return drive.
