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Trip from Philadelphia, PA to Upland, PA

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 9m

Distance

43.4 mi

70 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$7

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 16 min
4 AM
1h 4m ★
6 AM
1h 9m
8 AM
1h 20m
10 AM
1h 13m
12 PM
1h 12m
3 PM
1h 14m
5 PM
1h 20m
8 PM
1h 6m

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

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largest city in Pennsylvania, United States

Philadelphia, PA

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borough in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, United States

Upland, PA

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Trip Overview

Philadelphia, PA to Upland, PA is 43.4 miles and takes about 1h 9m via Delaware Expressway and Baltimore Pike, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a short, straightforward drive entirely within Pennsylvania, connecting two points in the Northeast region. Given its brevity, this route is ideal for a single-day trip, allowing for ample time at your destination. You'll primarily be on major roadways, making it a practical option for a quick transit between these locations.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Delaware Expressway 18.3 mi 25m
Baltimore Pike 7.5 mi 12m
US 322 7.4 mi 13m
Street Road 2.8 mi 4m
Clonmell Upland Road 2 mi 3m
North Unionville Road 1.2 mi 2m
West Doe Run Road 1 mi 2m
Lenape Road 0.9 mi 1m
Longest stretch: Delaware Expressway — 18.3 mi, about 25m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Philadelphia, PA and Upland, PA.

1

Start on South Penn Square

397 ft · 8 sec · South Penn Square
2

Keep slight left at fork onto PA 611

0.1 mi · 19 sec · East Penn Square
Use the straight lane.
3

Turn right onto PA 611

0.3 mi · 37 sec · North Broad Street
Use the right lane.
4

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 27 sec
Toward I 676 East, US 30 East
5

Merge onto I 676; US 30

0.3 mi · 25 sec · Vine Street Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Keep slight left at fork onto Vine Street Expressway

0.4 mi · 38 sec · Vine Street Expressway
7

Keep slight right at fork

0.7 mi · 1 min
Toward I 95 South: Chester, Philadelphia International Airport
8

Merge onto I 95

18 mi · 25 min · Delaware Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Keep slight right at fork onto US 322

7.4 mi · 13 min · US 322
Toward US 322 West: West Chester Use the slight right lane.
10

Turn left onto US 1; US 322

7.5 mi · 12 min · Baltimore Pike
Use the left / straight lanes.
11

Turn right onto PA 52

0.9 mi · 1 min · Lenape Road
Use the right lane.
12

Turn left onto PA 926

2.8 mi · 4 min · Street Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
13

Turn right onto PA 82

1.2 mi · 2 min · North Unionville Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
14

Enter roundabout onto PA 82

144 ft · 3 sec · West Doe Run Road
15

Continue on PA 82

1.0 mi · 1 min · West Doe Run Road
16

Turn left onto PA 842

2.0 mi · 3 min · Clonmell Upland Road
17

Arrive at destination

PA 842

Where to Stop

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

city in Pennsylvania, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Chester, PA

22 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

Colwyn, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Aston, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 21.7 miles from Philadelphia, 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 14

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 20.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | PA 611 / East Penn Square

Keep slight left at fork onto PA 611 / East Penn Square

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
6
0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | PA 611 / North Broad Street

Turn right onto PA 611 / North Broad Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
6
0.5 mi into trip | ~1m in

Take the ramp toward I 676 East, US 30 East

Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 676 East, US 30 East
6
0.7 mi into trip | ~1m in | I 676; US 30 / Vine Street Expressway

Merge onto I 676; US 30 / Vine Street Expressway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
20.5 mi into trip | ~29m in | US 322

Keep slight right at fork onto US 322 toward US 322 West: West Chester

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward US 322 West: West Chester

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$7.20 one way

$14.39 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 15 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $7.88 $15.76
premium $4.93 $8.42 $16.83
diesel $5.61 $9.58 $19.16

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$7

Estimated CO2 emission: 15.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 13 0 $4.56 $2.08
Efficient EV 10.9 0 $3.80 $1.74
EV Truck/SUV 17.4 0 $6.08 $2.78

Gas CO2

15 kg

EV CO2

5 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 19, 2026

Origin

Philadelphia, PA

Afternoon in Philadelphia on Sunday

Local time

2:09 PM

EDT

Current temp

52°F

Chance Rain Showers

E 5 mph 36% chance Live forecast

Freeze Warning

Freeze Warning issued April 19 at 3:52AM EDT until April 20 at 11:00AM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH

Freeze Watch

Freeze Watch issued April 19 at 1:11AM EDT until April 21 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ

Destination

Upland, PA

Afternoon in Upland on Sunday

Local time

2:09 PM

EDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

63°F

Chester, PA

22 mi in

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

9 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

1h 9m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 61% of the journey utilizing major expressways. You'll experience a significant stretch of 18.3 miles on the Delaware Expressway, offering uninterrupted travel. The route transitions to Baltimore Pike and US 322, which may present a more local road feel compared to the initial expressway segment. Expect a consistent pace for most of the trip, punctuated by the shift from high-speed highway driving to more varied road conditions as you approach Upland.

61% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 18.3 mi on Delaware Expressway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Delaware Expressway and Baltimore Pike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near PA 611 / East Penn Square.

Driving Effort 10/10

Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 43.4 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (PA 611 / East Penn Square): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 0.2 miles (PA 611 / North Broad Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.5 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

About the Cities

Starting in Philadelphia, PA

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“City of Brotherly Love” · Founded 1682

Top landmarks

  • • Independence Hall — historic building in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
  • • Liberty Bell — bell in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA that serves as a symbol of American inde...
  • • Philadelphia Museum of Art — art museum in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 9m. Total distance: 43.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (61%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 18.3 miles on Delaware Expressway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

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.

Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (PA 611 / East Penn Square): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 0.2 miles (PA 611 / North Broad Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.5 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes — Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial, Independence National Historical Park and First State National Historical Park (4 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 Upland, 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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