How far is Dale, PA from Upper Darby, PA?

The driving distance from Dale, PA to Upper Darby, PA is about 47.7 miles (76.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 15m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 38.2 miles (61.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 30m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
47.73 mi
01h 15m
Flight
38.23 mi
61.53 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
38.23 mi
Kilometers
61.53 km
Flight Time
00h 04m

Driving Distance

Road route
47.73 mi
Kilometers
76.81 km
Drive Time
01h 15m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 15m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Upper Darby
Sat, Apr 18, 9:35 AM EDT
Return by in Dale
Sat, Apr 18, 10:50 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Dale
2026-04-18T08:20
Arrive Upper Darby
Sat, Apr 18, 9:35 AM EDT
Route Timing
01h 15m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:15 AM to 11:15 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:00 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Dale
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Worcester
PA

Township in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania

From Dale
23.9 mi
00h 37m
To Upper Darby
23.9 mi
00h 37m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
74°F
Saturday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Sat, Apr 18 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph SE
Destination
69°F
Saturday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Sat, Apr 18 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph E

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Dale and Upper Darby.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Dale and Upper Darby.

  1. 1

    Start on Dale Road

    826 ft · 40 sec · Dale Road

  2. 2

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Forgedale Road

    1.5 mi · 3 min · Forgedale Road

  3. 3

    Turn left onto Old Route 100

    1 km · 1 min · Old Route 100

  4. 4

    Turn right onto Dairy Lane

    1426 ft · 1 min · Dairy Lane

  5. 5

    Turn right onto Route 100

    68 m · 12 sec · Route 100

  6. 6

    Turn left onto Niantic Road

    2.6 mi · 5 min · Niantic Road

  7. 7

    Turn left onto Hill Road

    5.2 mi · 10 min · Hill Road

  8. 8

    At the end of the road, turn right onto Gravel Pike

    948 ft · 29 sec · Gravel Pike

  9. 9

    Turn left onto Main Street

    1.5 mi · 3 min · Main Street

  10. 10

    Continue on Sumneytown Pike

    2.9 mi · 5 min · Sumneytown Pike

  11. 11

    Continue on Main Street

    3.9 mi · 8 min · Main Street

  12. 12

    Turn straight onto Sumneytown Pike

    1.5 km · 2 min · Sumneytown Pike

  13. 13

    Take the ramp slight left toward PATP South

    2733 ft · 1 min

  14. 14

    Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension

    9.8 mi · 10 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension

  15. 15

    Continue on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension

    1558 ft · 24 sec · Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension

  16. 16

    Keep slight left to continue on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension

    1179 ft · 18 sec · Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension

  17. 17

    Continue on Mid-County Expressway

    10.8 mi · 15 min · Mid-County Expressway

  18. 18

    Take the exit slight right toward PA 3: Upper Darby, Broomall

    1670 ft · 59 sec

  19. 19

    Turn left onto West Chester Pike

    2.5 mi · 5 min · West Chester Pike

  20. 20

    Turn slight right onto Darby Road

    144 m · 14 sec · Darby Road

  21. 21

    Continue on Lansdowne Avenue

    3 mi · 8 min · Lansdowne Avenue

  22. 22

    Turn right onto West Providence Road

    1430 ft · 39 sec · West Providence Road

  23. 23

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · West Providence Road

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Dale and Upper Darby.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Turn-heavy local drive

The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.

Directions
23 steps
15 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
48.2 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Mid-County Expressway
10.8 mi · 23%
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
10.3 mi · 22%
Main Street
5.4 mi · 11%
Hill Road
5.19 mi · 11%
Sumneytown Pike
3.85 mi · 8%
Lansdowne Avenue
3.01 mi · 6%
Longest Stretch

Mid-County Expressway

Continue on Mid-County Expressway

10.8 mi · 00h 15m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 15m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 30m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+9.5 mi
38.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Worcester
00h 37m from Dale
Leave By
4:00 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Dale and Mostly Sunny near Upper Darby.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Dale to Upper Darby?

The road trip is about 47.7 miles (76.8 km) and usually takes 01h 15m 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?

Worcester is a useful midpoint, sitting about 23.9 miles from Dale and 23.9 miles from Upper Darby.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 38.2 miles (61.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.5 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 4:00 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.91 one way or $13.81 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Dale and Mostly Sunny near Upper Darby.

Stop Ideas Near Worcester

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Worcester and the surrounding midpoint area.
Germantown Town Hall
Scenic stop 13.2 mi away

Germantown Town Hall

Philadelphia , PA
Germantown Av &, W Haines St, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Rating 3.0/5 2 reviews Historical landmark
Stop photo coming soon
Meeting point 13.3 mi away

Councilman Curtis Jones, Jr.

Philadelphia , PA
5462 Ridge Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19128
Rating 2.8/5 6 reviews Government office

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Worcester.

RAIL

Paoli

21 mi away
13 Lancaster Ave.
RAIL

Ardmore

22 mi away
Station Road and Lancaster Ave.
RAIL

North Philadelphia station

28 mi away
2900 North Broad St.
RAIL

30th Street Station

31 mi away
2955 Market St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Dale and Upper Darby. Straight-line distance: 38.23 mi (61.53 km).

Photo coming soon

#1 Dale

Unincorporated community in Berks County, Pennsylvania

Population1,110
Coordinates40.4162100, -75.6157400
Altitude173
CountryUnited States
Upper Darby

#2 Upper Darby

Town in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, United States

Population82,883
Coordinates39.9284500, -75.2738000
Altitude20
CountryUnited States
Start: Dale Road (-75.615813, 40.416203)
End: West Providence Road (-75.273806, 39.928457)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 77 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 35m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 11m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 57m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 47m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 40m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 35m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.69 gal
6.38 L · about $6.91
Round trip
$13.81
3.38 gal · 12.76 L
Estimated CO2
15 kg one way
Round trip: 30 kg / 66 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.09 $6.91 $13.81
Mid-grade $4.60 $7.77 $15.54
Premium $4.95 $8.37 $16.74
Diesel $5.98 $10.11 $20.21

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Pennsylvania · Apr 18, 2026

There is no time difference between Dale and Upper Darby. The current time is 08:20:32.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.