This 333.5-mile journey from Upper Darby, PA, to Oil City, PA, is designed for a single day of driving, taking approximately 6 hours and 30 minutes. You'll primarily navigate the Keystone Shortway and the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, with a stretch on US Highway 322. With a projected fuel cost of around $55, this route offers a straightforward way to travel across Pennsylvania. Consider this a manageable day trip, though you'll likely want to plan for at least one substantial stop. The drive takes you through the heart of the Northeast region.
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
166.7 miles from Upper Darby, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 13m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Keystone Shortway
205.6 mi
3h 43m
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
75 mi
1h 21m
US Highway 322
12.4 mi
17m
Mid-County Expressway
10.8 mi
14m
North 1st Avenue
5.1 mi
7m
Pennsylvania Highway 257
5.1 mi
8m
Twenty-Eighth Division Highway
4.1 mi
6m
Route 322
4 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
Keystone Shortway
— 205.6 mi, about 3h 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Upper Darby, PA and Oil City, 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.
Exit 95Toward 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
206 mi·3 hr 43 min·Keystone Shortway
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi·24 sec
Toward US 322: Strattanville
14
Turn right onto US 322
4.0 mi·5 min·Route 322
15
Continue on US 322
1.0 mi·1 min·Main Street
16
Continue on US 322
1.6 mi·2 min·Twenty-Eighth Division Highway
17
Continue on US 322
1.7 mi·2 min·East Main Street
18
Turn slight right onto US 322
5.1 mi·7 min·North 1st Avenue
19
Continue on US 322
12 mi·17 min·US Highway 322
20
Continue on US 322
2.5 mi·3 min·Twenty-Eighth Division Highway
21
Turn right onto PA 257
5.1 mi·8 min·Pennsylvania Highway 257
22
Continue on US 62
0.3 mi·19 sec·East 2nd Street
23
Continue on US 62
0.6 mi·43 sec·East Front Street
24
Turn right onto Veterans Memorial Bridge
0.2 mi·39 sec·Veterans Memorial Bridge
25
Continue on Elm Street
0.1 mi·29 sec·Elm Street
26
Turn right onto Sycamore Street
345 ft·17 sec·Sycamore Street
Use the right lane.
27
Turn right onto Spring Street
4 ft·0 sec·Spring Street
28
Arrive at destination
Spring Street
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 6.5-hour drive, aim for an early morning departure from Upper Darby to avoid potential traffic and maximize your daylight hours. With only one recommended stop, plan it strategically along the 205.6-mile stretch on the Keystone Shortway, where services are likely more prevalent. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longer highway segments, and be prepared for the $55 estimated fuel cost. This route is definitely doable in one day, so you have the flexibility to adjust your stop timing based on how you feel.
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 166.7 miles from Upper Darby, PA, or about 3h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 205.6 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 73 miles or 1h 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 166.7 miles or 3h 13m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Oil City, 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 333.5 miles and 6h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 73 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 Keystone Shortway for about 205.6 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 333.4 — 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.
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
5
92.6 mi into trip|~1h 52m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 80 West: Hazleton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 80 West: Hazleton
7
333.4 mi into trip|~6h 29m in|Sycamore Street
Turn right onto Sycamore Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$55.29 one way
$110.58 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg117 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$60.56
$121.11
premium
$4.93
$64.68
$129.36
diesel
$5.61
$73.63
$147.27
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
$55
Tolls
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$90–$115
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 116.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $35 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
100.1
1
$35.02
$16.01
Efficient EV
83.4
0
$29.18
$13.34
EV Truck/SUV
133.4
1
$46.69
$21.34
Gas CO2
117 kg
EV CO2
39 kg (67% 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 18, 2026
Origin
Upper Darby, PA
Late night
in Upper Darby on Sunday
Local time
12:49 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Partly Sunny
E 5 to 10 mph1% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Oil City, PA
Late night
in Oil City on Sunday
Local time
12:49 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°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
27 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
6h 30m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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...
6 mi from route
~16 min detour
Free
near mile 11.5
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...
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a mixed drive on this route, with 32% of it on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 205.6 miles along the Keystone Shortway, offering a chance to settle into a steady pace. While there are highway segments, the overall character is a blend, meaning you'll experience both faster travel and potentially more varied road conditions as you progress. This isn't a constant interstate grind; you'll encounter different driving environments.
32% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 205.6 mi on Keystone Shortway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. 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 is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 333.5 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 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 91.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 Oil City, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Mount Pocono along the way.
Mount Pocono
91.8 mi in|~1h 50m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 30m. Total distance: 333.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 30m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 205.6 miles on Keystone Shortway. 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 Oil City, 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 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 91.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Valley Forge National Historical Park, Independence National Historical Park and Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial (4 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.5 hours each way, a round trip means 13.0 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Oil City, PA before the return drive.
