This 74.8-mile drive from Upper Darby, PA to Eastlawn Gardens, PA takes about 1 hour and 41 minutes, making it a perfect single-day trip. You'll primarily be on major roadways like the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and the Lehigh Valley Thruway. With a highway share of 65%, expect a fairly direct journey. The estimated fuel cost is around $12, and with no recommended stops, you can easily complete this drive without an overnight stay. This route stays within Pennsylvania, focusing on efficient travel through the Northeast region.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
37.4 miles from Upper Darby, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 51m into the drive
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Exit 56Toward I 78, US 22, PA 309: Allentown, HarrisburgUse the slight right lane.
10
Turn slight right
0.2 mi·28 sec
Toward US 22 East: Allentown
11
Merge onto US 22
13 mi·18 min·Lehigh Valley Thruway
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi·43 sec
Toward PA 191: Nazareth PikeUse the slight right lane.
13
Turn right onto PA 191
4.1 mi·6 min·Nazareth Pike
Use the straight lane.
14
Turn right onto PA 191; PA 248
0.2 mi·37 sec·Easton Road
15
Turn left onto PA 191
0.7 mi·1 min·South Broad Street
16
Turn right onto PA 191
0.2 mi·22 sec·East Center Street
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Turn left onto PA 191
0.3 mi·26 sec·North New Street
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Continue on PA 191
0.6 mi·1 min·East Lawn Road
19
Turn left onto Monroe Street
214 ft·11 sec·Monroe Street
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Turn right onto Kessler Street
178 ft·7 sec·Kessler Street
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Arrive at destination
Kessler Street
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 1 hour and 41 minutes, you have plenty of flexibility with this 74.8-mile route. Aim to depart mid-morning to avoid the heaviest rush hour traffic around Upper Darby. Since there are no specific recommended stops and the longest stretch is 37.5 miles, you can easily manage fuel and rest breaks as needed. Keep in mind the $12 fuel cost and plan accordingly. A good tip for this route is to ensure your E-ZPass is ready for the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 37.4 miles from Upper Darby, PA, or about 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 37.5 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 16 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.4 miles or 51m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Eastlawn Gardens, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Upper Darby, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Upper Darby, PA
This is one driving day of about 74.8 miles and 1h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Upper Darby, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension for about 37.5 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 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 73.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.3 mi into trip|~0m in|South Lansdowne Avenue
Turn left onto South Lansdowne Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
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5.6 mi into trip|~13m in
Take the exit toward I 476 North: Plymouth Meeting
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 476 North: Plymouth Meeting
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54.3 mi into trip|~1h 9m in
Take the exit toward I 78, US 22, PA 309: Allentown, Harrisburg
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 56
Toward I 78, US 22, PA 309: Allentown, Harrisbu...
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68.6 mi into trip|~1h 30m in
Take the exit toward PA 191: Nazareth Pike
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward PA 191: Nazareth Pike
5
73.9 mi into trip|~1h 40m in|PA 191 / North New Street
Turn left onto PA 191 / North New Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.40 one way
$24.80 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg26 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$13.58
$27.16
premium
$4.93
$14.51
$29.01
diesel
$5.61
$16.51
$33.03
Estimated Tolls: $5.82
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(37.5 mi)$4.88
Lehigh Valley Thruway
(13.4 mi)$0.94
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
$12
Tolls
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
22.4
0
$7.85
$3.59
Efficient EV
18.7
0
$6.54
$2.99
EV Truck/SUV
29.9
0
$10.47
$4.79
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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 18, 2026
Origin
Upper Darby, PA
Morning
in Upper Darby on Tuesday
Local time
7:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Partly Sunny
E 5 to 10 mph1% chanceLive forecast
Freeze Watch
Freeze Watch issued April 18 at 12:33PM EDT until April 20 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS State College PA
Freeze Watch
Freeze Watch issued April 18 at 12:33PM EDT until April 20 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS State College PA
Destination
Eastlawn Gardens, PA
Morning
in Eastlawn Gardens on Tuesday
Local time
7:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°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
23 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
1h 41m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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...
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...
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...
7 mi from route
~16 min detour
Free
near mile 10.3
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
~40 min detour
Free
near mile 5.2
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This highway-focused drive is designed for covering distance efficiently. You'll spend about 65% of your time on major highways, including a significant 37.5-mile stretch on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension. The profile suggests a generally fast-paced experience, with the Mid-County Expressway and Lehigh Valley Thruway contributing to the highway feel. Expect smooth sailing for the majority of the trip, with minimal interruptions.
65% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 37.5 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and Lehigh Valley Thruway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near South Lansdowne Avenue.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 74.8 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 0.3 miles (South Lansdowne Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 54.3 miles: 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.
On the drive from Upper Darby, PA to Eastlawn Gardens, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Harrisburg along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 41m. Total distance: 74.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (65%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 37.5 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $5.82 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 Eastlawn Gardens, 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 0.3 miles (South Lansdowne Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 54.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Independence National Historical Park, Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial and Valley Forge 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 Eastlawn Gardens, PA before heading back.
