How far is Upper Darby, PA from North Centre, PA?
The driving distance from Upper Darby, PA to North Centre, PA is about 134.7 miles (216.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 98.3 miles (158.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 33m 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 46m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Upper Darby and North Centre.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Upper Darby and North Centre.
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Start on West Providence Road
1430 ft · 46 sec · West Providence Road
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Turn left onto South Lansdowne Avenue
3 mi · 8 min · South Lansdowne Avenue
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Continue on Darby Road
144 m · 14 sec · Darby Road
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Turn slight left onto West Chester Pike
2.2 mi · 5 min · West Chester Pike
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Take the exit slight right toward I 476 North: Plymouth Meeting
2005 ft · 59 sec
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Merge slight left onto Mid-County Expressway
10.6 mi · 14 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
75 mi · 1 hr 21 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
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Take the exit slight right toward PA 940, I 80: Hazleton, Mount Pocono
1.1 km · 2 min
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Keep slight left
879 ft · 24 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 80 West: Hazleton
1650 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left onto Keystone Shortway
34.5 mi · 39 min · Keystone Shortway
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Take the exit slight right toward PA 339: Mainville, Mifflinville
1339 ft · 31 sec
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Turn straight onto West 3rd Street
1.2 km · 2 min · West 3rd Street
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Turn left onto Market Street
3215 ft · 1 min · Market Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Columbia Boulevard
2317 ft · 49 sec · Columbia Boulevard
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Turn left onto Golf Course Road
2 mi · 4 min · Golf Course Road
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Turn left onto State Route 93
3.2 mi · 6 min · State Route 93
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · State Route 93
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Upper Darby and North Centre.
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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75 mi · 01h 21m
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 leaving Upper Darby and Chance Rain Showers near North Centre.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Upper Darby to North Centre?
The road trip is about 134.7 miles (216.8 km) and usually takes 02h 46m 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?
Slatington is a useful midpoint, sitting about 67.4 miles from Upper Darby and 67.4 miles from North Centre.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 98.3 miles (158.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 36.4 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 12:56 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.41 one way or $38.82 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 42.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers around Upper Darby and Chance Rain Showers near North Centre.
Stop Ideas Near Slatington
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Upper Darby and North Centre. Straight-line distance: 98.28 mi (158.16 km).
#1 Upper Darby
Town in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, United States
| Population | 82,883 |
| Coordinates | 39.9284500, -75.2738000 |
| Altitude | 20 |
| Country | United States |
#2 North Centre
Township in central Columbia County, Pennsylvania
| Population | 2,115 |
| Coordinates | 41.0756400, -76.3796600 |
| Altitude | 280 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Centre (-76.37966, 41.07564)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 217 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 14m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 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 | $19.41 | $38.82 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $21.85 | $43.69 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $23.53 | $47.06 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $28.41 | $56.81 |
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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