If you are planning a trip from Upper Darby to Newtown, PA, be prepared for a substantial journey covering 307 miles. This route takes approximately 6 hours and 6 minutes to complete, making it a long commitment for a single day behind the wheel. Because you will be navigating a turn-heavy local drive rather than cruising on major interstates, the pace is slower than the mileage might suggest. You should budget about $51 for fuel to cover the distance across this Northeast corridor. While it is feasible as a one-day trip, the intensity of local road driving means you should carefully consider if you prefer a direct push or a more relaxed pace. This route serves as a practical, inland connection within Pennsylvania for those looking to avoid major highway corridors.
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
153.5 miles from Upper Darby, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike
236.8 mi
4h 18m
University Drive
13 mi
15m
Morgantown Road
8.8 mi
13m
PA 982
8 mi
13m
Mid-County Expressway
7 mi
9m
State Route 31
6 mi
9m
Schuylkill Expressway
4.2 mi
5m
Memorial Boulevard
4 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 236.8 mi, about 4h 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Upper Darby, PA and Newtown, PA.
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Start on West Providence Road
0.3 mi·46 sec·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·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 MeetingUse the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Merge onto I 476
7.0 mi·9 min·Mid-County Expressway
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi·53 sec
Exit 16BToward I 76 West: Valley ForgeUse the right lane.
8
Merge onto I 76
3.7 mi·5 min·Schuylkill Expressway
9
Take the exit
0.1 mi·10 sec
Exit 328B-A/327Toward US 202, US 422 West: King of Prussia, West Chester, PottstownUse the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·22 sec
Toward US 202 South, US 422 West: Mall Boulevard, West Chester, Pottstown, Swedesford RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·20 sec
Toward Mall BoulevardUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi·8 sec
Toward I 76 West: New Jersey, Harrisburg
13
Merge onto I 76
0.4 mi·52 sec·Schuylkill Expressway
Toward I 76 West: New Jersey, Harrisburg
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 76
0.4 mi·1 min·I 76
Toward I 76 West: HarrisburgUse the slight left lane.
15
Merge onto I 76; PATP
237 mi·4 hr 18 min·Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi·1 min
Toward PA 31, PA 711: Ligonier, UniontownUse the slight right lane.
17
Turn right onto PA 31
6.0 mi·9 min·State Route 31
18
Continue on PA 31
0.1 mi·15 sec·Three Mile Hill
19
Turn left onto PA 982
8.0 mi·13 min·PA 982
20
Turn left onto US 119
4.0 mi·4 min·Memorial Boulevard
21
Turn straight onto US 119
0.6 mi·39 sec·Blackstone Road
22
Merge onto US 119
0.5 mi·33 sec·Morrell Avenue
23
Turn slight right onto US 119
13 mi·15 min·University Drive
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Keep slight right at fork onto US 119
3.9 mi·4 min·Mon/Fayette Expressway
Toward US 119 South, PA 43: Mon/Fayette Expressway, Point Marion, Morgantown WV
25
Take the exit
0.3 mi·39 sec
Toward Fairchance, Smithfield
26
Turn right onto Big Six Road
0.2 mi·17 sec·Big Six Road
27
At end of road, turn left onto US 119
1.5 mi·2 min·Morgantown Road
28
Continue on US 119
0.9 mi·1 min·Morgantown Street
29
Continue on US 119
7.3 mi·10 min·Morgantown Road
30
Turn right onto PA 88
0.3 mi·27 sec·Home Street
31
Continue on PA 88
2.6 mi·3 min·South Eighty Eight Road
32
Turn straight onto Holbert Stretch
1.6 mi·2 min·Holbert Stretch
33
At end of road, turn right onto Bobtown Road
0.1 mi·20 sec·Bobtown Road
34
Turn left onto Budapest Road
0.2 mi·45 sec·Budapest Road
35
Continue on Budapest Road
67 ft·2 sec·Budapest Road
36
Arrive at destination
Budapest Road
Trip Plan
Since your journey spans over six hours on local roads, hitting the road early in the morning is your best strategy to avoid peak congestion. Plan for at least one stop to break up the drive, as the turn-heavy nature of these roads can be more fatiguing than standard highway travel. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge throughout the day, as local roads may not offer the same frequency of high-volume gas stations found on major interstates. Having $51 set aside for fuel will cover your transit, but keep a little extra in your budget for unexpected fluctuations. Because you are avoiding highways entirely, use a reliable GPS to stay on track with the specific local roads like West Chester Pike, as turning mistakes can easily add time to your trip.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 153.5 miles from Upper Darby, PA, or about 3h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 236.8 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 68 miles or 1h 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 153.5 miles or 3h in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Newtown, 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 307 miles and 6h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 68 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 for about 236.8 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 24
5 decision points cluster between mile 13 and 17.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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13 mi into trip|~24m in
Take the exit toward I 76 West: Valley Forge
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 16B
Toward I 76 West: Valley Forge
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17.2 mi into trip|~30m in
Take the exit toward US 202, US 422 West: King of Prussia, West Chester, Pottstown
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 328B-A/327
Toward US 202, US 422 West: King of Prussia, We...
9
17.3 mi into trip|~30m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 202 South, US 422 West: Mall Boulevard, West Chester, Pottstown, Swedesford Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 202 South, US 422 West: Mall Boulevar...
8
17.6 mi into trip|~30m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Mall Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Mall Boulevard
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17.8 mi into trip|~31m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 76 West: New Jersey, Harrisburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 76 West: New Jersey, Harrisburg
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$50.90 one way
$101.79 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg107 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$55.74
$111.49
premium
$4.93
$59.54
$119.08
diesel
$5.61
$67.78
$135.56
Estimated Tolls: $30.78
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(236.8 mi)$30.78
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
$51
Tolls
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$107–$132
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 107.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $32 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
92.1
1
$32.24
$14.74
Efficient EV
76.8
0
$26.86
$12.28
EV Truck/SUV
122.8
1
$42.98
$19.65
Gas CO2
107 kg
EV CO2
36 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 13, 2026
Origin
Upper Darby, PA
Morning
in Upper Darby on Sunday
Local time
9:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Mostly Cloudy
S 10 mph2% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 13 at 5:13AM EDT by NWS State College PA
Destination
Newtown, PA
Morning
in Newtown on Sunday
Local time
9:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
54°F
Hancock, MD
154 mi in
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
29 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
6h 6m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a very different experience than a standard highway cruise, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will navigate primarily via South Lansdowne Avenue, Darby Road, and West Chester Pike, which defines this as a turn-heavy local drive. The personality of the road is consistently technical, requiring your full attention as you transition through various local segments. Without the ease of long, uninterrupted highway stretches, you will spend your time navigating the nuances of local infrastructure. Prepare for a hands-on driving experience where the lack of interstate speed is balanced by the necessity of constant navigation and focus.
87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
36 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 236.8 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and University Drive. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 13 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
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 24 significant decision points across 307 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 13 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
2,077 ft56 ft
Total Climb
2,749 ft
Total Descent
1,835 ft
Highest Point
2,077 ft
~241.2 mi in
Elevation Range
2,021 ft
Notable High Points
1,584 ft at ~175.4 miles+507 ft prominence
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 Newtown, PA, road signs point toward Chester, Pottstown, Harrisburg, Uniontown, Point Marion and Morgantown.
Newtown is a township in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. Surrounded by beautiful farmlands, this small town was also the location where the movie Signs was filmed in part. It is a cute town with plenty of places to visit, eat and see.
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 6m. Total distance: 307 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 6m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 236.8 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $30.78 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 Newtown, 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 13 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.1 hours each way, a round trip means 12.2 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Newtown, PA before the return drive.
