Moon, PA to Upland, PA is 313.8 miles and takes about 6h 12m via the Pennsylvania Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $52 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward trip entirely within Pennsylvania, connecting two points in the Northeast region. Given its predominantly highway nature and manageable duration, it's ideal for a single-day drive. You'll spend most of your time on major interstates, making it a practical choice for getting from point A to point B efficiently.
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
156.9 miles from Moon, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 4m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike
256.2 mi
4h 39m
Penn-Lincoln Parkway East
14.5 mi
20m
Penn-Lincoln Parkway West
9.6 mi
13m
Pottstown Pike
7.1 mi
11m
Middletown Road
5.8 mi
9m
Airport Parkway
5.5 mi
7m
West Chester Pike
3.4 mi
6m
South New Middletown Road
2.9 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 256.2 mi, about 4h 39m
Traffic on I-376
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 12 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
5 PM
~3,320 veh/hr typical
Quietest
3 AM
~202 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
16.4×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Moon, PA and Upland, PA.
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Start on McLaughlin Road
99 ft·9 sec·McLaughlin Road
2
Turn right onto Moon Clinton Road
1.1 mi·2 min·Moon Clinton Road
3
At end of road, turn right onto Orange Belt
0.9 mi·1 min·University Boulevard
4
Turn left onto I 376 BUS; Orange Belt
5.5 mi·7 min·Airport Parkway
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
Continue on I 376; US 22; US 30
9.6 mi·13 min·Penn-Lincoln Parkway West
Use the slight right lane.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 376; US 22; US 30
15 mi·20 min·Penn-Lincoln Parkway East
Toward I 376 East: MonroevilleUse the straight / slight left lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi·1 min
Exit 85Toward I 76, PATP: Ohio, Harrisburg
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Continue on this road
0.2 mi·30 sec·this road
Use the straight lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·29 sec
Toward I 76 East: HarrisburgUse the slight right lane.
10
Merge onto I 76; PATP
256 mi·4 hr 39 min·Pennsylvania Turnpike
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi·1 min
Exit 312Toward PA 100: Downingtown, Pottstown, West ChesterUse the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward PA 100 South: DowningtownUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto PA 100
7.1 mi·11 min·Pottstown Pike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Merge onto US 202
1.6 mi·2 min·US 202
15
Take the exit
0.1 mi·23 sec
Toward PA 3: Newtown SquareUse the right lane.
16
Turn right onto PA 3
3.4 mi·6 min·West Chester Pike
Use the straight lane.
17
Turn right onto PA 352
1.2 mi·2 min·South Chester Road
Use the right lane.
18
Continue on PA 352
5.8 mi·9 min·Middletown Road
Use the straight lane.
19
Continue on PA 352
2.9 mi·5 min·South New Middletown Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Continue on PA 352
1.1 mi·2 min·Edgmont Avenue
Use the straight lane.
21
Turn right onto Upland Road
0.5 mi·1 min·Upland Road
Use the right lane.
22
Continue on Main Street
0.7 mi·1 min·Main Street
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Arrive at destination
Main Street
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 6-hour drive, consider departing early in the morning to avoid peak traffic, especially if you're traveling on a weekday. With only one recommended stop and a mostly highway profile, you can easily complete this trip in a single day. The Pennsylvania Turnpike is a toll road, so factor that into your planning. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge; while the estimated cost is $52, it's always wise to fill up before embarking on longer stretches, particularly the 256.2-mile segment on the Turnpike.
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 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 156.9 miles from Moon, PA, or about 3h 4m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 256.2 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 69 miles or 1h 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 156.9 miles or 3h 4m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Upland, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Moon, 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 Moon, PA
This is one driving day of about 313.8 miles and 6h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 69 miles from Moon, 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 256.2 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 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 17.1 and 288.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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17.1 mi into trip|~25m in|I 376; US 22; US 30 / Penn-Lincoln Parkway East
Keep slight right at fork onto I 376; US 22; US 30 / Penn-Lincoln Parkway East toward I 376 East: Monroeville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward I 376 East: Monroeville
6
31.6 mi into trip|~45m in
Take the exit toward I 76, PATP: Ohio, Harrisburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 85
Toward I 76, PATP: Ohio, Harrisburg
8
32 mi into trip|~47m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 76 East: Harrisburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 76 East: Harrisburg
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288.4 mi into trip|~5h 27m in
Take the exit toward PA 100: Downingtown, Pottstown, West Chester
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 312
Toward PA 100: Downingtown, Pottstown, West Che...
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288.8 mi into trip|~5h 28m in
Keep slight left at fork toward PA 100 South: Downingtown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward PA 100 South: Downingtown
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$50.04 one way
$100.07 round trip
$4.05/gal25.4 MPG avg110 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.48
$55.37
$110.74
premium
$4.81
$59.40
$118.80
diesel
$4.80
$59.25
$118.50
Estimated Tolls: $33.30
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(256.2 mi)$33.30
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
$50
Tolls
$33
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$108–$133
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 109.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $33 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
94.1
1
$32.95
$15.06
Efficient EV
78.5
0
$27.46
$12.55
EV Truck/SUV
125.5
1
$43.93
$20.08
Gas CO2
110 kg
EV CO2
37 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 Jul 17, 2026
Origin
Moon, PA
Morning
in Moon on Monday
Local time
10:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Smoke
NW 2 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued July 17 at 1:40PM EDT until July 19 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
Destination
Upland, PA
Morning
in Upland on Monday
Local time
10:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
89°F
Smoke
NW 5 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued July 17 at 1:40PM EDT until July 19 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
82°F
Martinsburg, PA
157 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
3 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
6h 12m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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...
4 mi from route
~10 min detour
Free
near mile 205.6
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...
6 mi from route
~16 min detour
Free
near mile 97.4
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...
9 mi from route
~22 min detour
Free
near mile 302.9
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...
11 mi from route
~27 min detour
Free
near mile 292.1
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...
13 mi from route
~34 min detour
Free
near mile 248.8
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...
14 mi from route
~35 min detour
$1
near mile 313.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
You'll be on highways for about 92% of this 313.8-mile trip. The longest continuous stretch without a significant change in road type is 256.2 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike. Expect a consistent highway experience for the vast majority of your drive, with a brief transition to surface roads closer to your destination. Be prepared for a high volume of exits along the main highway segments.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 256.2 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and Penn-Lincoln Parkway East. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 17.1 miles in near I 376; US 22; US 30 / Penn-Lincoln Parkway East.
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 16 significant decision points across 313.8 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 17.1 miles (I 376; US 22; US 30 / Penn-Lincoln Parkway East): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 31.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 32 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
2,361 ft29 ft
Total Climb
1,522 ft
Total Descent
2,660 ft
Highest Point
2,361 ft
~89.6 mi in
Elevation Range
2,332 ft
Notable High Points
2,361 ft at ~89.6 miles+594 ft prominence
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Moon, PA and Upland, PA, road signs point toward Patp: Ohio, Harrisburg, Pottstown and Chester.
The Moon is the Earth's solitary natural satellite, roughly 384,000 km (239,000 mi) away. It has roughly 38,000,000 km2 (15,000,000 sq mi) of surface area, and is not believed to harbor any life. The Moon is the only natural object in space outside the Earth that humans have landed on, but manned lunar landings ended in 1972. However, the United States's Artemis program is working toward new landings in the late 2020s.
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 12m. Total distance: 313.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 12m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 256.2 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $33.30 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.
Yes — we found about 18 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Upland, 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. There are 18 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 17.1 miles (I 376; US 22; US 30 / Penn-Lincoln Parkway East): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 31.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 32 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument, Flight 93 National Memorial and First State National Historical Park (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.2 hours each way, a round trip means 12.4 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Upland, PA before the return drive.
