Trip from New Oxford, PA to Haverford, PA

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 35m

Distance

112.3 mi

181 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 25m ★

6 AM

2h 36m

8 AM

2h 57m

10 AM

2h 43m

12 PM

2h 41m

3 PM

2h 44m

5 PM

2h 56m

8 PM

2h 30m

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

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human settlement in Adams County, Pennsylvania, United States of America

New Oxford, PA

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Trip Overview

New Oxford, PA to Haverford, PA is 112.3 miles and takes about 2h 35m via Pennsylvania Turnpike and US 30, with a fuel budget near $18 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Pennsylvania, connecting two points in the Northeast region. It's a straightforward, highway-focused trip, making it a solid option for a single-day journey. Given its relatively short duration and manageable cost, you can expect a convenient transit rather than an extended exploration.

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

56.2 miles from New Oxford, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 24m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike	39.4 mi	42m
US 30	28.6 mi	41m
US 222	15.8 mi	19m
Lincoln Highway	8.4 mi	14m
West Montgomery Avenue	4.3 mi	9m
I 76	3.9 mi	6m
York Road	2.7 mi	4m
I 83	2.2 mi	3m

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between New Oxford, PA and Haverford, PA.

Start on US 30

225 ft · 11 sec · Center Square

Continue on US 30

0.6 mi · 1 min · Lincoln Way East

Continue on US 30

2.7 mi · 4 min · York Road

Continue on US 30

0.7 mi · 1 min · West King Street

Enter roundabout onto US 30

97 ft · 2 sec · East King Street

Continue on US 30

0.2 mi · 29 sec · East King Street

Continue on US 30

8.4 mi · 14 min · Lincoln Highway

Use the straight / right lanes.

Continue on US 30

1.8 mi · 3 min · West Market Street

Use the left / straight / right lanes.

Take the exit onto US 30

5.8 mi · 10 min · US 30

Toward US 30 East: Lancaster Use the straight lane.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 26 sec

Toward I 83 South: Baltimore Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 83

2.2 mi · 3 min · I 83

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 16 sec

Toward PA 462 East

Turn right onto South Belmont Street

0.1 mi · 18 sec · South Belmont Street

Turn right onto PA 462

0.1 mi · 15 sec · East Market Street

Use the right lane.

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

3.9 mi · 6 min · I 76

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

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 41 sec

Exit 330 Toward PA 320: Gulph Mills Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

340 ft · 9 sec

Toward PA 320 South: Villanova Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Turn straight onto PA 320

0.6 mi · 1 min · South Gulph Road

Continue on PA 320

4.3 mi · 9 min · West Montgomery Avenue

Turn left onto Woodside Road

525 ft · 23 sec · Woodside Road

Turn left onto Winsor Lane

343 ft · 18 sec · Winsor Lane

Turn left

10 ft · 0 sec

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

With a drive time under 3 hours, this route is easily completed in a single day, offering flexibility in your departure time. Consider leaving mid-morning to avoid the peak rush hour if that's a concern in your departure or arrival areas. You'll have one main road to follow for the majority of the trip, so navigation should be straightforward. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch without a clear exit point is on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, and budget around $18 for fuel.

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 56.2 miles from New Oxford, PA, or about 1h 24m 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 56.2 miles or 1h 24m 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 Haverford, PA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving New Oxford, 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 New Oxford, PA

This is one driving day of about 112.3 miles and 2h 35m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from New Oxford, 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.

Mid-route town

Meal stop

East Petersburg, PA

56 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

Waterford, PA

Fuel and coffee

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

Akron, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 56.2 miles from New Oxford, 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.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 21

5 decision points cluster between mile 14.6 and 107.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

14.6 mi into trip | ~25m in | US 30

Take the exit onto US 30 toward US 30 East: Lancaster

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

Use the straight lane. Toward US 30 East: Lancaster

23 mi into trip | ~40m in | PA 462 / East Market Street

Turn right onto PA 462 / East Market Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

103 mi into trip | ~2h 17m 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

106.9 mi into trip | ~2h 23m in

Take the exit toward PA 320: Gulph Mills

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 330 Toward PA 320: Gulph Mills

107.2 mi into trip | ~2h 23m in

Keep slight right at fork toward PA 320 South: Villanova

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward PA 320 South: Villanova

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$18.62 one way

$37.24 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 39 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.61	$20.39	$40.78
premium	$4.93	$21.78	$43.56
diesel	$5.61	$24.79	$49.59

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: 39.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	33.7	$11.79	$5.39
Efficient EV	28.1	$9.83	$4.49
EV Truck/SUV	44.9	$15.72	$7.19

Gas CO2

39 kg

EV CO2

13 kg (67% 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 20, 2026

Origin

New Oxford, PA

Morning in New Oxford on Tuesday

Local time

6:50 AM

EDT

Current temp

63°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Haverford, PA

Morning in Haverford on Tuesday

Local time

6:50 AM

EDT

Current temp

62°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

1 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

2h 35m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

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 ~4 min detour Free near mile 100.7

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...

9 mi from route ~22 min detour $1 near mile 112.3

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...

9 mi from route ~23 min detour Free near mile 112.3

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 93

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 62

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...

24 mi from route ~61 min detour Free near mile 7.7

View on nps.gov

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

What kind of drive is this?

This route is primarily a highway-focused drive, with 80% of the journey utilizing major roadways. You'll spend a significant portion on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, experiencing the longest uninterrupted stretch of 39.4 miles on this highway. Expect a steady pace for most of the trip, transitioning between the Turnpike and US 30/US 222. The character leans towards efficient travel rather than winding scenic byways.

80% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

31 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?

10/10

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 14.6 miles in near US 30.

Driving Effort 10/10

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 112.3 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 14.6 miles (US 30): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 23 miles (PA 462 / East Market Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 103 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 New Oxford, PA and Haverford, PA, road signs point toward Patp, Pa Turnpike and Philadelphia.

Patp

62.4 mi in | ~1h 32m

Pa Turnpike

62.4 mi in | ~1h 32m

Philadelphia

103 mi in | ~2h 17m | via I 76

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 35m. Total distance: 112.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 35m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (80%). 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 Haverford, 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 Haverford, 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 New Oxford, PA to Haverford, PA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

New Oxford, PA

Haverford, PA

Same local time

1 degrees cooler at arrival

2h 35m 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

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?

Where does this route get tricky?

Are there national parks near this route?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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