Philadelphia, PA Road Trips
Drivers starting from Philadelphia, PA have 60 mapped routes to choose from, making it a small but connected base in the Northeast. Routes from here tend to cover serious ground — the average trip runs 298 miles, so plan for multi-day adventures. Most routes from Philadelphia, PA head west, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
120
Longest Drive
425.2 mi
Lawrence Park, PA
Quickest Drive
4h 31m
Summit, PA
Plan Around Philadelphia, PA
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Philadelphia, PA is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Philadelphia, PA
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Philadelphia, PA
Philadelphia, PA to Erie, PA
Philadelphia, PA to Farrell, PA
Philadelphia, PA to Neshannock, PA
Philadelphia, PA to Columbus, PA
Philadelphia, PA to Oakwood, PA
Philadelphia, PA to Oakland, PA
Philadelphia, PA to Darlington, PA
Philadelphia, PA to Youngsville, PA
Philadelphia, PA to Mechanicsburg, PA
Philadelphia, PA to Connoquenessing, PA
Philadelphia, PA to Woodland Heights, PA
Philadelphia, PA to Enlow, PA
Philadelphia, PA to Imperial, PA
Philadelphia, PA to Nixon, PA
Philadelphia, PA to Buffalo, PA
Philadelphia, PA to Edgeworth, PA
Philadelphia, PA to Coraopolis, PA
Philadelphia, PA to Gregg, PA
Driving from Philadelphia, PA
Expect an average of 298 miles and about 5h 46m behind the wheel when leaving Philadelphia, PA. This is long-haul territory. Most routes stretch past the 250-mile mark, so pack snacks and plan fuel stops. The longest mapped route runs 420 miles (7h 47m), while the shortest is just 240 miles.
Popular Destinations
Top road trip destinations from Philadelphia, PA are Erie, PA (420.4 mi, 7h 47m), Farrell, PA (370.6 mi, 6h 53m), Neshannock, PA (368.2 mi, 6h 53m), Columbus, PA (357.4 mi, 7h 24m), and Oakwood, PA (351.9 mi, 6h 34m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in PA currently averages around $4.09 per gallon. For the typical 298-mile trip from Philadelphia, PA, budget about $48 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Most routes head west — leaving in the morning keeps the sun behind you for a more comfortable drive. Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 60 mapped routes leaving Philadelphia, PA and 60 routes heading into Philadelphia, PA, covering 120 total connections. Distances range from 240 to 420 miles.
The longest mapped route from Philadelphia, PA covers 420 miles and takes approximately 7h 47m. Shorter options start at just 240 miles.
The average route from Philadelphia, PA runs about 298 miles with a drive time of roughly 5h 46m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $4.09/gallon for regular), the average 298-mile trip from Philadelphia, PA costs roughly $48 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Philadelphia, PA include Erie, PA, Farrell, PA, Neshannock, PA and Columbus, PA. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Philadelphia, PA by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
1,582,432
Median Income
$60,698
Median Home Value
$232,400
Median Age
35.1
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
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