Darby is a borough located in Delaware County, in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania and is currently home to a population of over 10,700 residents. Not to be confused with Darby Township or even Upper Darby, the borough was incorporated in 1852, though there are records of people living in the area going back to when Pennsylvania was first founded. It is a part of the Delaware Valley metro area, also known as Greater Philadelphia. Darby is relatively urban, with much of its economy centered around retail and other service-based industries.
Basic Facts About Darby
- Current population: 10,700
- Current mayor: Helen Thomas
- Total area: 0.8 sq mi
- Official website: http://www.darbyborough.com/
- Located in: Delaware County
- Founded in: 1852 (incorporated)
- Zip codes: 19023
- Area codes: 610
Auto Transport Tips to and from Darby
When shipping a vehicle to or from Darby, keep in mind that it’s a major suburb of Philadelphia, only located 10-20 miles away from the city center. This puts Darby right in the sweet spot – auto transport companies want to stick to major metropolitan areas to pickup and deliver loads if they can, as it keeps their operating costs low and thus helps keep customers’ prices low – and that usually means their trucks stay full and they make money.
The problem with getting to or from Darby stems from the fact that it doesn’t sit along any major interstates. This probably won’t affect your prices or services as much as if it were further away from Philadelphia, since a carrier should be able to quickly stop for pickup or delivery in Darby on their way into or out of Philadelphia proper. At the same time, though, some companies may want to meet you somewhere that is closer to the route they’re traveling on, to save them time and money – which will likely save you a bit of time and money as well.
For more information regarding shipping a vehicle to or from Darby, Pennsylvania, make sure to take a moment and fill out our free online auto transport quote request form. It’s completely free, takes only a minute, and nets you multiple free quotes from some of the best auto transport companies in the industry today. You can compare prices and services from the comfort of your computer or smart phone, as they’ll email you your quotes within the hour. You can also contact one of our live agents toll-free at 800-930-7417 to discuss your shipment in more detail, or if you need some help getting your free quotes.
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