Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
30m
Distance
19.5 mi
31 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Philadelphia, PA
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Upland, PA
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Philadelphia, PA to Upland, PA is 19.5 miles and takes about 30 minutes via Delaware Expressway, with a fuel budget near $3 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, highway-focused drive connecting two points within Pennsylvania. Given its short distance and duration, it's an ideal same-day trip. You'll primarily be on major expressways, making it a functional commute rather than a scenic adventure. Plan for this to be a quick transit between locations in the Northeast region.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Delaware Expressway | 15.3 mi | 20m |
| Upland Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Vine Street Expressway | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| East 14th Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| North Broad Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 6th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East Penn Square | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Philadelphia, PA and Upland, PA.
Start on South Penn Square
Keep slight left at fork onto PA 611
Turn right onto PA 611
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 676; US 30
Keep slight left at fork onto Vine Street Expressway
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 95
Take the exit
Turn right onto Chestnut Street
Turn slight right
Turn straight onto Walnut Street
Turn left onto East 14th Street
Continue on Upland Avenue
Turn right onto 6th Street
Turn left onto Main Street
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 17.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Keep slight left at fork onto PA 611 / East Penn Square
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto PA 611 / North Broad Street
Lane positioning matters here
Take the ramp toward I 676 East, US 30 East
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward Providence Avenue, Edgmont Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn right onto Chestnut Street
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$3.23 one way
$6.47 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $3.54 | $7.08 |
| premium | $4.93 | $3.78 | $7.56 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.31 | $8.61 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.9 | 0 | $2.05 | $0.94 |
| Efficient EV | 4.9 | 0 | $1.71 | $0.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.8 | 0 | $2.73 | $1.25 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Philadelphia on Saturday
Local time
10:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Partly Sunny then Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Night in Upland on Saturday
Local time
10:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
This route is predominantly highway-focused, with 82% of the drive utilizing major expressways. You'll spend the bulk of your time on the Delaware Expressway, including a continuous stretch of 15.3 miles. The Vine Street Expressway also plays a role in this journey. Expect a driving experience characterized by consistent speed limits and efficient travel, typical of urban and suburban expressway systems. It's designed for getting from point A to point B with minimal delay.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Delaware Expressway and Upland Avenue. 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.
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 11 decision points packed into just 19.5 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 30m.
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.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Philadelphia, PA to Upland, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Philadelphia International Airport along the way.
Philadelphia International Airport
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 30m. Total distance: 19.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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