How far is Bethel, PA from Upper Darby, PA?
The driving distance from Bethel, PA to Upper Darby, PA is about 54.4 miles (87.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 47.3 miles (76.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 37m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 18m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bethel and Upper Darby.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bethel and Upper Darby.
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Start on Fulton View Road
20 m · 9 sec · Fulton View Road
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Turn sharp right onto Robert Fulton Highway
1.5 mi · 2 min · Robert Fulton Highway
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Turn right onto Puseyville Road
3.6 mi · 9 min · Puseyville Road
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Turn right onto Kirkwood Pike
5.5 mi · 8 min · Kirkwood Pike
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Continue on West Lancaster Avenue
2.6 mi · 4 min · West Lancaster Avenue
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Take the ramp left toward US 1 North: Kennett Square
1214 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left onto Kennett-Oxford Bypass
17.2 mi · 24 min · Kennett-Oxford Bypass
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Continue on East Baltimore Pike
15.3 mi · 27 min · East Baltimore Pike
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Keep slight right to continue on Media Bypass
4.1 mi · 6 min · Media Bypass
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Continue on State Road
1.2 km · 1 min · State Road
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Take the exit slight right
60 m · 6 sec
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Turn straight onto West Springfield Road
2.2 mi · 5 min · West Springfield Road
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Continue on North Springfield Road
1.6 mi · 4 min · North Springfield Road
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Turn left onto East Providence Road
2223 ft · 1 min · East Providence Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Providence Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bethel and Upper Darby.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Kennett-Oxford Bypass
Merge slight left onto Kennett-Oxford Bypass
17.2 mi · 00h 24m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Bethel and Rain Showers near Upper Darby.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bethel to Upper Darby?
The road trip is about 54.4 miles (87.5 km) and usually takes 01h 18m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Toughkenamon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 27.5 miles from Bethel and 26.9 miles from Upper Darby.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 47.3 miles (76.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.1 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:52 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.85 one way or $15.69 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Bethel and Rain Showers near Upper Darby.
Stop Ideas Near Toughkenamon
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Old Town Hall Museum
City of Wilmington
Coatesville Police Department
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Toughkenamon.
Coatesville
Newark
Downingtown
Parkesburg
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bethel and Upper Darby. Straight-line distance: 47.35 mi (76.21 km).
#1 Bethel
Census-designated place in Berks County, Pennsylvania
| Population | 5,293 |
| Coordinates | 39.8159400, -76.1546800 |
| Altitude | 148 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Upper Darby
Town in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, United States
| Population | 82,883 |
| Coordinates | 39.9284500, -75.2738000 |
| Altitude | 20 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Providence Road (-75.273806, 39.928457)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 88 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 40m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.09 | $7.85 | $15.69 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $8.83 | $17.66 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $9.51 | $19.02 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $11.48 | $22.96 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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