Traveling from Weatherly to Haverford is a straightforward 83.3-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 47 minutes. Since the entire route stays within the Northeast region of Pennsylvania, it is perfectly suited for a single-day trip without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to budget roughly $14 for fuel to cover the distance. By utilizing the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, West Montgomery Avenue, and the Mid-County Expressway, you can navigate between these two points with minimal complexity. This route is an ideal choice if you are looking for a practical, efficient transit rather than a multi-day sightseeing expedition.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
41.6 miles from Weatherly, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 53m into the drive
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Exit 16Toward I 76 East, I 76 West: Philadelphia, Valley ForgeUse the slight right lane.
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Keep slight right at fork
521 ft·12 sec
Exit 16BToward I 76 West: Valley ForgeUse the slight right lane.
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Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi·21 sec
Toward ConshohockenUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
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Turn left onto Matsonford Road
0.9 mi·1 min·Matsonford Road
Use the left lane.
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Turn left onto PA 320
4.3 mi·9 min·West Montgomery Avenue
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Turn left onto Woodside Road
525 ft·23 sec·Woodside Road
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Turn left onto Winsor Lane
343 ft·18 sec·Winsor Lane
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Turn left
10 ft·0 sec
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Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever suits your schedule best. While the drive is short enough that you won't necessarily need to plan formal rest stops, keep in mind that you are covering the entire distance in under two hours. If you want to avoid heavy traffic during your transition onto the Mid-County Expressway, try to time your departure to skip typical morning or afternoon rush hours. Since the trip requires only $14 in fuel, filling up before you leave Weatherly is a simple way to ensure you have no logistical worries once you hit the highway. Use the direct nature of the Turnpike extension to your advantage by maintaining a steady pace throughout the longest leg of your journey.
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 41.6 miles from Weatherly, PA, or about 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 56.1 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 18 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.6 miles or 53m 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 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Haverford, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Weatherly, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Weatherly, PA
This is one driving day of about 83.3 miles and 1h 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Weatherly, 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 56.1 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 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 17.6 and 77.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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17.6 mi into trip|~27m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 476 South: Allentown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 476 South: Allentown
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73.8 mi into trip|~1h 28m in|I 476; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Keep slight left at fork onto I 476; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
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77.4 mi into trip|~1h 33m in
Take the exit toward I 76 East, I 76 West: Philadelphia, Valley Forge
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 16
Toward I 76 East, I 76 West: Philadelphia, Vall...
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77.7 mi into trip|~1h 34m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 76 West: Valley Forge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 16B
Toward I 76 West: Valley Forge
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77.8 mi into trip|~1h 34m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Conshohocken
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward Conshohocken
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.81 one way
$27.62 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg29 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$15.13
$30.25
premium
$4.93
$16.15
$32.31
diesel
$5.61
$18.39
$36.78
Estimated Tolls: $7.30
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(56.1 mi)$7.30
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
$14
Tolls
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
25
0
$8.75
$4.00
Efficient EV
20.8
0
$7.29
$3.33
EV Truck/SUV
33.3
0
$11.66
$5.33
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% 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 15, 2026
Origin
Weatherly, PA
Morning
in Weatherly on Sunday
Local time
9:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Haverford, PA
Morning
in Haverford on Sunday
Local time
9:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°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
17 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
1h 47m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is heavily highway-focused, with about 71% of your travel time spent on major thoroughfares. You will spend your longest uninterrupted stretch on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, which accounts for 56.1 miles of the total distance. Expect a consistent, fast-paced experience as you transition from the more rural character of Weatherly toward the suburban environment of Haverford. Because of the high highway percentage, the drive feels direct and purposeful. You won't encounter many technical local segments until you near your destination, allowing for a steady rhythm behind the wheel.
71% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
30 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 56.1 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 West Montgomery Avenue. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 17.6 miles in.
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 83.3 miles you will encounter 15 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 17.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 73.8 miles (I 476; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 77.4 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.
Between Weatherly, PA and Haverford, PA, road signs point toward Patp, Valley Forge and Conshohocken.
Patp
17.3 mi in|~26m
Valley Forge
77.4 mi in|~1h 33m
Conshohocken
77.8 mi in|~1h 34m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 47m. Total distance: 83.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (71%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 56.1 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $7.30 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 Haverford, 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 17.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 73.8 miles (I 476; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 77.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Haverford, PA before heading back.
