How far is Haverford, PA from Preston, PA?
The driving distance from Haverford, PA to Preston, PA is about 105.8 miles (170.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 11m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 88.5 miles (142.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 22m 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 02h 11m.
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Haverford and Preston.
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Start on the route
3 m · 4 sec
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Turn right onto Winsor Lane
105 m · 14 sec · Winsor Lane
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Turn right onto Woodside Road
525 ft · 21 sec · Woodside Road
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Turn right onto Montgomery Avenue
1.1 km · 2 min · Montgomery Avenue
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Turn slight right onto New Gulph Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · New Gulph Road
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Continue on Old Gulph Road
2.3 mi · 6 min · Old Gulph Road
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Turn right onto West Matsonford Road
1.2 mi · 3 min · West Matsonford Road
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Take the ramp right toward I 76 West, I 476 North: Valley Forge, Plymouth Meeting
33 m · 4 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 476 North: Plymouth Meeting
2210 ft · 54 sec
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Merge slight left onto Mid-County Expressway
3.3 mi · 4 min · Mid-County Expressway
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Turn slight left onto Mid-County Expressway
885 ft · 14 sec · Mid-County Expressway
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Continue on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
85.6 mi · 1 hr 33 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
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Take the exit slight right toward PA 115: Wilkes-Barre, Bear Creek
1.1 km · 1 min
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Turn right onto Bear Creek Boulevard
1.2 km · 1 min · Bear Creek Boulevard
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Turn right onto Oakridge Road
628 ft · 22 sec · Oakridge Road
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Turn right onto Laurel Run Road
3.8 mi · 7 min · Laurel Run Road
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Turn slight left onto Pine Run Road
2.8 mi · 5 min · Pine Run Road
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Turn right
1.3 mi · 2 min
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Turn left onto Hazleton Street
1 km · 2 min · Hazleton Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto South Main Street
2444 ft · 1 min · South Main Street
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Turn left onto Chester Street
87 m · 13 sec · Chester Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Chester Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Haverford and Preston.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
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85.6 mi · 01h 33m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Haverford to Preston?
The road trip is about 105.8 miles (170.2 km) and usually takes 02h 11m 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?
Schnecksville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 52.8 miles from Haverford and 52.9 miles from Preston.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 88.5 miles (142.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.3 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 2:08 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.24 one way or $30.48 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 33.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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Stop Ideas Near Schnecksville
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Haverford and Preston. Straight-line distance: 88.5 mi (142.42 km).
#1 Haverford
A borough in Delaware County, Pennsylvania.
| Population | 49,547 |
| Coordinates | 40.0131700, -75.2943500 |
| Altitude | 97 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Preston
Township in Wayne County, Pennsylvania
| Population | 1,003 |
| Coordinates | 41.2070300, -75.9054800 |
| Altitude | 202 |
| Country | United States |
End: Preston (-75.90548, 41.20703)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 170 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 19m |
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 | $15.24 | $30.48 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $17.15 | $34.31 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $18.48 | $36.96 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $22.31 | $44.61 |
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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