Origin
Upper Darby, PA
Late night in Upper Darby on Sunday
Local time
3:30 AM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Upper Darby, PA to Morris, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 23m
Distance
215.2 mi
346 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$36
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 11m
★
6 AM
4h 24m
8 AM
4h 51m
10 AM
4h 33m
12 PM
4h 31m
3 PM
4h 35m
5 PM
4h 49m
8 PM
4h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Morris, PA
Tri Warno
Trip Overview
This 215-mile drive from Upper Darby, PA, to Morris, PA, is achievable in about 4 hours and 23 minutes, making it a solid day trip. You'll spend most of your time on major highways, including the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and the Keystone Shortway, with US 15 also playing a role. With a projected fuel cost of $36, this straightforward journey through Pennsylvania's Northeast region is efficient and accessible. The highway-focused profile means you can cover ground quickly, with the longest uninterrupted stretch being 75 miles on the Turnpike. Consider starting early to maximize daylight and arrive comfortably, as this route is designed for direct travel.
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
107.6 miles from Upper Darby, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 9m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension | 75 mi | 1h 21m |
| Keystone Shortway | 65.8 mi | 1h 12m |
| US 15 | 27.6 mi | 31m |
| US Highway 15 | 11.7 mi | 16m |
| Mid-County Expressway | 10.8 mi | 14m |
| Route 414 | 9.8 mi | 17m |
| South Lansdowne Avenue | 3 mi | 8m |
| Westbranch Highway | 2.6 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
— 75 mi, about 1h 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Upper Darby, PA and Morris, PA.
1
Start on West Providence Road
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
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West Providence Road
2
Turn left onto South Lansdowne Avenue
3.0 mi
·
8 min
·
South Lansdowne Avenue
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
3
Continue on Darby Road
471 ft
·
13 sec
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Darby Road
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
4
Turn slight left onto PA 3
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
West Chester Pike
Use the straight lane.
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
Toward I 476 North: Plymouth Meeting
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Merge onto I 476
11 mi
·
14 min
·
Mid-County Expressway
7
Turn slight left onto I 476
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
·
Mid-County Expressway
8
Continue on I 476; PATP
75 mi
·
1 hr 21 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 95
Toward PA 940, I 80: Hazleton, Mount Pocono
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 80 West: Hazleton
12
Merge onto I 80
66 mi
·
1 hr 12 min
·
Keystone Shortway
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 210A-B
Toward US 15: Lewisburg, Williamsport
Use the slight right lane.
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 210B
Toward US 15 North: Williamsport
15
Merge onto US 15
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Westbranch Highway
16
Continue on US 15
12 mi
·
16 min
·
US Highway 15
Use the straight lane.
17
Continue on US 15
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Montgomery Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Continue on US 15
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Hastings Street
19
Continue on US 15
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
·
Market Street
Use the left lane.
20
Take the exit onto US 15
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
US 15
Use the left lane.
21
Merge onto I 180; US 15; US 220
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Susquehanna Beltway
22
Keep slight right at fork onto US 15
27 mi
·
31 min
·
US 15
Exit 29
Toward US 15 North: Mansfield
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 162
Toward PA 414: Morris, Liberty
Use the slight right lane.
24
Turn left onto PA 414
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Route 414
25
Keep slight right at fork onto PA 414
6.8 mi
·
11 min
·
Route 414
26
Turn right onto Landrus Road
105 ft
·
4 sec
·
Landrus Road
27
Arrive at destination
Landrus Road
Trip Plan
For this 4-hour, 23-minute drive, starting in the morning is recommended to ensure you have ample daylight for the entire journey. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing yourself, but be mindful of the longest stretch of 75 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension – plan a fuel or rest break before or after this segment. The $36 fuel cost is a good estimate, but always check current prices. Given the highway-centric nature of the route, keeping your vehicle in good condition is key for a smooth trip. This journey is well-suited for a single day, so you can focus on reaching your destination without needing an overnight stay.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 107.6 miles from Upper Darby, PA, or about 2h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 75 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 47 miles or 1h 2m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 107.6 miles or 2h 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Morris, 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.
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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 Upper Darby, PA
This is one driving day of about 215.2 miles and 4h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 47 miles from Upper Darby, 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 Northeast Extension for about 75 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
108 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 47 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 107.6 miles from Upper Darby, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 75 miles.
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 185 decision points cluster between mile 5.6 and 205.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
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
6
91.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 50m in
Take the exit toward PA 940, I 80: Hazleton, Mount Pocono
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 95
Toward PA 940, I 80: Hazleton, Mount Pocono
8
158.8 mi into trip
|
~3h 6m in
Take the exit toward US 15: Lewisburg, Williamsport
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 210A-B
Toward US 15: Lewisburg, Williamsport
8
177.8 mi into trip
|
~3h 34m in
|
US 15
Keep slight right at fork onto US 15 toward US 15 North: Mansfield
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 29
Toward US 15 North: Mansfield
8
205.1 mi into trip
|
~4h 6m in
Take the exit toward PA 414: Morris, Liberty
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 162
Toward PA 414: Morris, Liberty
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$35.68 one way
$71.35 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
75 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $39.07 | $78.15 |
| premium | $4.93 | $41.74 | $83.47 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $47.51 | $95.03 |
Estimated Tolls: $9.75
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(75 mi)
$9.75
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
$36
Tolls
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$70–$95
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 75.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 64.6 | 0 | $22.60 | $10.33 |
| Efficient EV | 53.8 | 0 | $18.83 | $8.61 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 86.1 | 1 | $30.13 | $13.77 |
Gas CO2
75 kg
EV CO2
25 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.
Destination
Morris, PA
Late night in Morris on Sunday
Local time
3:30 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°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
34 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
4h 23m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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...
7 mi from route
~17 min detour
$1
Park Closure: Congress Hall Temporary Closure
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...
7 mi from route
~17 min detour
Free
View on nps.gov
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...
7 mi from route
~18 min detour
Free
near mile 14.8
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 7.4
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with 63% of the drive utilizing major roadways. You'll encounter stretches that allow for consistent speed, including a significant 75-mile segment on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension. While the main roads are designed for efficiency, the overall feel transitions as you move from the more urbanized starting point toward the less developed areas of Pennsylvania. The profile suggests a mix of faster-paced driving, making it ideal for covering distance efficiently rather than for leisurely sightseeing.
63% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 75 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and Keystone Shortway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.6 miles in.
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 18 significant decision points across 215.2 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 5.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 91.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 158.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,208 ft
56 ft
Total Climb
1,263 ft
Total Descent
721 ft
Highest Point
1,208 ft
~107.6 mi in
Elevation Range
1,152 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Upper Darby, PA and Morris, PA, road signs point toward Mount Pocono and Williamsport.
Mount Pocono
91.8 mi in
|
~1h 50m
Williamsport
158.8 mi in
|
~3h 6m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 23m. Total distance: 215.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 75 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $9.75 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.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 Morris, 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 91.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 158.8 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.
Possible but tiring. At 4.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Morris, PA, but most travelers stay overnight.
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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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