This straightforward 97-mile drive from Upper Darby, PA, to West Hazleton, PA, can be completed in about 2 hours and 6 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. You'll spend about 69% of your time on highways, with an estimated fuel cost of $16 for the journey. The route primarily utilizes the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and the Mid-County Expressway, offering a highway-focused experience through Pennsylvania's Northeast region. Given its manageable distance and duration, this trip is ideal for a quick getaway or an efficient transit between these two locations without needing an overnight stop.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
48.5 miles from Upper Darby, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 3m into the drive
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Exit 74Toward US 209: Mahoning Valley, Lehighton, StroudsburgUse the slight right lane.
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Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·28 sec
Toward US 209 South: LehightonUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
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Keep slight right at fork
420 ft·10 sec
Toward US 209 South: Lehighton
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Merge onto US 209
1.6 mi·2 min·Interchange Road
Use the straight lane.
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Continue on US 209
0.5 mi·1 min·Bridge Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
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Continue on US 209
0.1 mi·7 sec·Bankway Street
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Continue on US 209
0.6 mi·55 sec·Sargent Stanley Hoffman Boulevard
Toward US 209 SouthUse the straight lane.
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Continue on US 209
0.9 mi·1 min·North 1st Street
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Continue on US 209
1.9 mi·2 min·Mauch Chunk Street
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Continue on US 209
0.3 mi·39 sec·Susquehanna Street
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Turn right onto US 209
123 ft·1 sec·Lehigh Avenue
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Continue on US 209
0.5 mi·32 sec·Lehigh Street
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Continue on US 209
0.3 mi·22 sec·Lehigh Avenue
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Continue on US 209
2.5 mi·3 min·East Catawissa Street
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Turn right onto PA 93
523 ft·7 sec·Hudson Drive
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Continue on State Route 93
2.8 mi·3 min·Hunter Street
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Continue on PA 93
5.7 mi·8 min·Hudson Drive
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Continue on PA 93
0.5 mi·34 sec·Broad Street
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Continue on PA 93
1.0 mi·1 min·Berwick Street
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Continue on PA 93
3.8 mi·4 min·East Broad Street
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Continue on Winters Avenue
407 ft·23 sec·Winters Avenue
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At end of road, turn left onto South Wayne Avenue
353 ft·20 sec·South Wayne Avenue
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Turn left onto Webster Avenue
199 ft·14 sec·Webster Avenue
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Turn left onto Warren Street
254 ft·11 sec·Warren Street
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Arrive at destination
Warren Street
Trip Plan
With a duration of just over 2 hours, this trip offers great flexibility; you can depart at your leisure. Consider leaving mid-morning to avoid peak rush hour traffic around Philadelphia, especially if you're starting in Upper Darby. The estimated fuel cost is $16, so ensure your vehicle is fueled before you embark, as there are no designated stops in the provided data. The longest stretch without a change in major road is 56 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, so plan accordingly for any potential breaks before or after this segment. This efficient route makes it easy to reach West Hazleton without feeling rushed.
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 48.5 miles from Upper Darby, PA, or about 1h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 56 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 21 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.5 miles or 1h 3m 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 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near West Hazleton, 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 97 miles and 2h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 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 56 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 5.6 and 96.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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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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72.8 mi into trip|~1h 30m in
Take the exit toward US 209: Mahoning Valley, Lehighton, Stroudsburg
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 74
Toward US 209: Mahoning Valley, Lehighton, Stro...
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73.4 mi into trip|~1h 31m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 209 South: Lehighton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward US 209 South: Lehighton
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73.6 mi into trip|~1h 32m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 209 South: Lehighton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward US 209 South: Lehighton
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96.9 mi into trip|~2h 5m in|South Wayne Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto South Wayne Avenue
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.08 one way
$32.16 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg34 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$17.61
$35.23
premium
$4.93
$18.81
$37.62
diesel
$5.61
$21.42
$42.83
Estimated Tolls: $7.28
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(56 mi)$7.28
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
$16
Tolls
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
29.1
0
$10.18
$4.66
Efficient EV
24.3
0
$8.49
$3.88
EV Truck/SUV
38.8
0
$13.58
$6.21
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (68% 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
Late night
in Upper Darby on Sunday
Local time
4:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
West Hazleton, PA
Late night
in West Hazleton on Sunday
Local time
4:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°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
13 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
2h 6m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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...
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...
16 mi from route
~40 min detour
Free
near mile 6.7
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-centric experience for most of this 97-mile journey, with 69% of the drive taking place on major roadways. The most significant uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 56 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, providing a consistent pace. While largely a highway drive, you'll transition onto roads like Hudson Drive as you approach your destination. This route prioritizes efficiency over scenic detours, offering a predictable and generally smooth ride as you travel north within the state.
69% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
33 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 56 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 Mid-County Expressway. 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 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 97 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 72.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 73.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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 West Hazleton, PA, road signs point toward Lehighton and Stroudsburg.
Lehighton
72.8 mi in|~1h 30m
Stroudsburg
72.8 mi in|~1h 30m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 6m. Total distance: 97 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (69%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 56 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $7.28 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 West Hazleton, 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. 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 72.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 73.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at West Hazleton, PA before heading back.
