How far is West Goshen, PA from Upper Darby, PA?

The driving distance from West Goshen, PA to Upper Darby, PA is about 17.8 miles (28.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 35m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 16.1 miles (25.9 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 11m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Quick Snapshot
Road
17.85 mi
00h 35m
Flight
16.07 mi
25.86 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
16.07 mi
Kilometers
25.86 km
Flight Time
00h 01m

Driving Distance

Road route
17.85 mi
Kilometers
28.72 km
Drive Time
00h 35m

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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 35m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Upper Darby
Wed, Jun 10, 1:20 PM EDT
Return by in West Goshen
Wed, Jun 10, 1:56 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave West Goshen
2026-06-10T12:44
Arrive Upper Darby
Wed, Jun 10, 1:20 PM EDT
Route Timing
00h 35m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:36 AM to 7:36 PM EDT

This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.

Leave by
7:18 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in West Goshen
10:00 PM EDT
Flexible departure

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
Upper Providence
PA

Township in Delaware County, Pennsylvania

From West Goshen
8.9 mi
00h 17m
To Upper Darby
8.9 mi
00h 17m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
84°F
Today

Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Wed, Jun 10 7:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph SW
Destination
85°F
Today

Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Wed, Jun 10 8:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph SW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between West Goshen and Upper Darby.

  1. 1

    Start on Golf Club Apartment

    60 m · 14 sec · Golf Club Apartment

  2. 2

    Turn right onto West Chester Pike

    6.7 mi · 11 min · West Chester Pike

  3. 3

    Turn right onto Providence Road

    3.8 mi · 9 min · Providence Road

  4. 4

    At the end of the road, turn right onto North Providence Road

    2928 ft · 1 min · North Providence Road

  5. 5

    Take the ramp left toward US 1 North: Springfield

    1250 ft · 31 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left onto Media Bypass

    1.6 mi · 2 min · Media Bypass

  7. 7

    Continue on State Road

    1.2 km · 1 min · State Road

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right

    60 m · 6 sec

  9. 9

    Turn straight onto West Springfield Road

    2.2 mi · 5 min · West Springfield Road

  10. 10

    Continue on North Springfield Road

    1.6 mi · 4 min · North Springfield Road

  11. 11

    Turn left onto East Providence Road

    2223 ft · 1 min · East Providence Road

  12. 12

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · West Providence Road

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between West Goshen 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
12 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
67.4 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
West Chester Pike
6.7 mi · 38%
Providence Road
3.83 mi · 21%
West Springfield Road
2.17 mi · 12%
North Springfield Road
1.58 mi · 9%
Media Bypass
1.57 mi · 9%
State Road
0.76 mi · 4%
Longest Stretch

West Chester Pike

Turn right onto West Chester Pike

6.7 mi · 00h 11m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

A short regional drive

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

Drive Time
00h 35m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
01h 12m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+1.7 mi
16.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Upper Providence
00h 17m from West Goshen
Leave By
7:18 PM EDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving West Goshen and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Upper Darby.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from West Goshen to Upper Darby?

The road trip is about 17.8 miles (28.7 km) and usually takes 00h 35m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Upper Providence is a useful midpoint, sitting about 8.9 miles from West Goshen and 8.9 miles from Upper Darby.

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

The direct path is about 16.1 miles (25.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.7 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:18 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.57 one way or $5.15 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around West Goshen and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Upper Darby.

Stop Ideas Near Upper Providence

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 Upper Providence and the surrounding midpoint area.
Bluestone Lane City Hall Coffee Shop
Coffee break 13.6 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 13.5 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 13.6 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 13.6 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 Upper Providence.

RAIL

Paoli

11 mi away
13 Lancaster Ave.
RAIL

Ardmore

13 mi away
Station Road and Lancaster Ave.
RAIL

Exton

18 mi away
425 Walkertown Road
RAIL

30th Street Station

20 mi away
2955 Market St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between West Goshen and Upper Darby. Straight-line distance: 16.07 mi (25.86 km).

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#1 West Goshen

Census designated place in West Goshen Township, Chester County, Pennsylvania, USA

Population22,975
Coordinates39.9681644, -75.5727083
Altitude133
CountryUnited States
Upper Darby

#2 Upper Darby

Town in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, United States

Population82,883
Coordinates39.9284500, -75.2738000
Altitude20
CountryUnited States
Start: Golf Club Apartment (-75.573034, 39.968115)
End: West Providence Road (-75.273806, 39.928457)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 29 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 35m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 26m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 21m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 17m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 15m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 13m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
0.63 gal
2.38 L · about $2.57
Round trip
$5.15
1.26 gal · 4.76 L
Estimated CO2
5.6 kg one way
Round trip: 11.2 kg / 25 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.09 $2.57 $5.15
Mid-grade $4.60 $2.90 $5.79
Premium $4.95 $3.12 $6.24
Diesel $5.98 $3.77 $7.53

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 · Jun 10, 2026

There is no time difference between West Goshen and Upper Darby. The current time is 12:44:59.

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.