How far is Upper Darby, PA from North Wales, PA?

The driving distance from Upper Darby, PA to North Wales, PA is about 25.8 miles (41.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 47m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 19.5 miles (31.4 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 35m 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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Quick Snapshot
Road
25.82 mi
00h 47m
Flight
19.52 mi
31.41 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
19.52 mi
Kilometers
31.41 km
Flight Time
00h 02m

Driving Distance

Road route
25.82 mi
Kilometers
41.55 km
Drive Time
00h 47m

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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 00h 47m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in North Wales
Sun, Apr 19, 10:31 AM EDT
Return by in Upper Darby
Sun, Apr 19, 11:18 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Upper Darby
2026-04-19T09:43
Arrive North Wales
Sun, Apr 19, 10:31 AM EDT
Route Timing
00h 47m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:48 AM to 10:48 AM EDT

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

Leave by
4:54 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Upper Darby
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
West Conshohocken
PA

Borough of Pennsylvania

From Upper Darby
12.9 mi
00h 23m
To North Wales
12.9 mi
00h 23m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
60°F
Sunday

Rain Showers

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph N
Destination
65°F
Sunday

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 15 mph SW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Upper Darby and North Wales.

  1. 1

    Start on West Providence Road

    1430 ft · 46 sec · West Providence Road

  2. 2

    Turn left onto South Lansdowne Avenue

    3 mi · 8 min · South Lansdowne Avenue

  3. 3

    Continue on Darby Road

    144 m · 14 sec · Darby Road

  4. 4

    Turn slight left onto West Chester Pike

    2.2 mi · 5 min · West Chester Pike

  5. 5

    Take the exit slight right toward I 476 North: Plymouth Meeting

    2005 ft · 59 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left onto Mid-County Expressway

    10.2 mi · 14 min · Mid-County Expressway

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward Germantown Pike East, Plymouth Meeting

    1687 ft · 41 sec

  8. 8

    Turn straight onto Chemical Road

    1655 ft · 45 sec · Chemical Road

  9. 9

    Turn left onto West Germantown Pike

    1.2 mi · 2 min · West Germantown Pike

  10. 10

    Turn right onto Walton Road

    1.5 mi · 3 min · Walton Road

  11. 11

    Keep slight left to continue on Stenton Avenue

    2359 ft · 51 sec · Stenton Avenue

  12. 12

    Continue on Penllyn Blue Bell Pike

    1 mi · 2 min · Penllyn Blue Bell Pike

  13. 13

    Turn slight left onto Plymouth Road

    1.1 km · 1 min · Plymouth Road

  14. 14

    Turn left onto Morris Road

    2.6 mi · 5 min · Morris Road

  15. 15

    Turn slight right onto North Wales Road

    1.1 mi · 2 min · North Wales Road

  16. 16

    Continue on West Walnut Street

    2031 ft · 1 min · West Walnut Street

  17. 17

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · East Walnut Street

Car Route Details

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

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
17 steps
8 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
65.9 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Mid-County Expressway
10.2 mi · 40%
South Lansdowne Avenue
3.01 mi · 12%
Morris Road
2.6 mi · 10%
West Chester Pike
2.24 mi · 9%
Walton Road
1.47 mi · 6%
West Germantown Pike
1.23 mi · 5%
Longest Stretch

Mid-County Expressway

Merge slight left onto Mid-County Expressway

10.2 mi · 00h 14m

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
00h 47m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 36m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+6.3 mi
19.5 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
West Conshohocken
00h 23m from Upper Darby
Leave By
4:54 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Rain Showers leaving Upper Darby and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near North Wales.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Upper Darby to North Wales?

The road trip is about 25.8 miles (41.5 km) and usually takes 00h 47m 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?

West Conshohocken is a useful midpoint, sitting about 12.9 miles from Upper Darby and 12.9 miles from North Wales.

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

The direct path is about 19.5 miles (31.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.3 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 4:54 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.72 one way or $7.44 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.1 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Rain Showers around Upper Darby and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near North Wales.

Stop Ideas Near West Conshohocken

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 West Conshohocken and the surrounding midpoint area.
Bluestone Lane City Hall Coffee Shop
Coffee break 11.4 mi away

Bluestone Lane City Hall Coffee Shop

Philadelphia , PA
1 S Penn Square, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Rating 4.2/5 163 reviews Coffee shop,Bar,Cafe
Dilworth Park
Scenic stop 11.3 mi away

Dilworth Park

Philadelphia , PA
1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA 19102, United States
Rating 4.5/5 7,605 reviews Tourist attraction,Event venue,Park
Philadelphia Marriage License
Meeting point 11.3 mi away

Philadelphia Marriage License

Philadelphia , PA
415 City Hall, 1401 John F Kennedy Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Rating 4.3/5 45 reviews City government office,Marriage license bureau
City Hall
Nearby stop 11.3 mi away

City Hall

Philadelphia , PA
Philadelphia, PA 19107, United States
Rating 4.3/5 106 reviews Subway station

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to West Conshohocken.

RAIL

Ardmore

7 mi away
Station Road and Lancaster Ave.
RAIL

Paoli

15 mi away
13 Lancaster Ave.
RAIL

North Philadelphia station

16 mi away
2900 North Broad St.
RAIL

30th Street Station

17 mi away
2955 Market St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Upper Darby and North Wales. Straight-line distance: 19.52 mi (31.41 km).

Upper Darby

#1 Upper Darby

Town in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, United States

Population82,883
Coordinates39.9284500, -75.2738000
Altitude20
CountryUnited States
North Wales

#2 North Wales

Borough in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, United States

Population3,257
Coordinates40.2109400, -75.2782300
Altitude112
CountryUnited States
Start: Upper Darby (-75.2738, 39.92845)
End: North Wales (-75.27823, 40.21094)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 42 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 51m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 38m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 30m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 25m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 22m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 19m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
0.91 gal
3.45 L · about $3.72
Round trip
$7.44
1.82 gal · 6.9 L
Estimated CO2
8.1 kg one way
Round trip: 16.2 kg / 36 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.09 $3.72 $7.44
Mid-grade $4.60 $4.19 $8.37
Premium $4.95 $4.51 $9.02
Diesel $5.98 $5.44 $10.88

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 19, 2026

There is no time difference between Upper Darby and North Wales. The current time is 09:43:33.

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.