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Trip from Easton, PA to Philadelphia, PA

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 39m

Distance

77 mi

124 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$13

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 22 min
4 AM
1h 32m ★
6 AM
1h 39m
8 AM
1h 54m
10 AM
1h 44m
12 PM
1h 43m
3 PM
1h 45m
5 PM
1h 53m
8 PM
1h 35m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Easton, PA, PA

Easton, PA

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largest city in Pennsylvania, United States

Philadelphia, PA

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Trip Overview

This 77-mile drive from Easton, PA to Philadelphia, PA takes about 1 hour and 39 minutes and is a straightforward, highway-focused journey. Given its short duration and manageable distance, it’s perfectly suited as a single-day trip, with no need for an overnight stop. You'll be spending about 70% of your time on highways, making for a relatively quick transit. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $13, which is quite economical. This route connects two points within the Northeast region of Pennsylvania, offering a direct connection between these two cities without venturing into significantly different landscapes.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

38.5 miles from Easton, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension 37.4 mi 40m
Lehigh Valley Thruway 18.3 mi 25m
Schuylkill Expressway 12.6 mi 17m
Mid-County Expressway 3.4 mi 4m
Northampton Street 1.7 mi 3m
Vine Street Expressway 0.8 mi 1m
North 15th Street 0.4 mi <1m
South 9th Street 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension — 37.4 mi, about 40m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Easton, PA and Philadelphia, PA.

1

Start on Spruce Street

38 ft · 4 sec · Spruce Street
2

Turn right onto South 9th Street

0.2 mi · 44 sec · South 9th Street
3

Turn left onto PA 248

1.7 mi · 3 min · Northampton Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
4

Turn right onto PA 248

304 ft · 6 sec · Nazareth Road
Use the right lane.
5

Turn right onto Sales Street

0.1 mi · 12 sec · Sales Street
Toward US 22 West: Bethlehem
6

Take the ramp

402 ft · 18 sec
Toward US 22 West: Bethlehem
7

Merge onto US 22

18 mi · 25 min · Lehigh Valley Thruway
8

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Toward PATP, I 476 Toll: Philadelphia, Scranton Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Keep slight right at fork

0.4 mi · 46 sec
Toward I 476 South: Philadelphia Use the right lane.
10

Merge onto I 476; PATP

37 mi · 39 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Continue on I 476; PATP

0.3 mi · 23 sec · Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Exit 20
12

Keep slight left at fork onto I 476; PATP

0.2 mi · 18 sec · Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Use the slight left lane.
13

Continue on I 476

3.4 mi · 4 min · Mid-County Expressway
14

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 42 sec
Exit 16 Toward I 76 East, I 76 West: Philadelphia, Valley Forge Use the slight right lane.
15

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 42 sec
Exit 16A Toward I 76 East: Philadelphia Use the slight left lane.
16

Merge onto I 76

13 mi · 17 min · Schuylkill Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17

Keep slight left at fork onto I 676; US 30

0.8 mi · 1 min · Vine Street Expressway
Toward I 676 East, US 30 East: Central Philadelphia Use the slight left / straight lanes.
18

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 17 sec
Toward Central Philadelphia Use the slight right lane.
19

Keep slight right at fork

313 ft · 11 sec
Toward 15th Street, Central Philadelphia Use the slight right lane.
20

Turn right onto North 15th Street

0.4 mi · 48 sec · North 15th Street
Use the right lane.
21

Turn slight left onto PA 611

379 ft · 8 sec · South Penn Square
22

Keep slight left at fork onto South Penn Square

167 ft · 2 sec · South Penn Square
23

Arrive at destination

South Penn Square

Trip Plan

Since this is a relatively short drive of under two hours, you have a lot of flexibility with your departure time. Leaving Easton, PA in the morning or mid-afternoon will likely help you avoid the heaviest traffic as you approach Philadelphia. With only 77 miles and no designated stops, you can easily complete this trip without needing to plan for extended breaks, though rest stops are available on the turnpike. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as the estimated cost is $13, and remember that the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension is a toll road, so be prepared for that.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 38.5 miles from Easton, PA, or about 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 37.4 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 17 miles or 24m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 38.5 miles or 50m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 22m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Philadelphia, PA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Easton, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Easton, PA

This is one driving day of about 77 miles and 1h 39m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Easton, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension for about 37.4 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

township in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania

Mid-route town

Meal stop

East Norriton, PA

39 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Allentown, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Harleysville, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 38.5 miles from Easton, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Amasi Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Phillipsburg, New Jersey

Near the start, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $20 to $30

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+19086663135

Visit website

Artesano Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

2.1 mi

Top Coffee Stop

RIM Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 77

Hours: 12–10 pm

+12154653515

Visit website

CNT Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

1.3 mi

Holy Cannoli! Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

2 mi

Amasi Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $20 to $30

Phillipsburg, New Jersey

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+19086663135

Visit website

Artesano Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 71.5

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+12673318457

Visit website

Satellite Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10 mile 77

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+12672772623

Visit website

RIM Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 77

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 12–10 pm

+12154653515

Visit website

CNT Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 77

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+12678869851

Visit website

Holy Cannoli! Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 77

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 7:30 am–4 pm

+12673191700

Visit website

The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 77

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: Closed

+12152991000

Visit website

The Franklin Institute

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 77

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 9:30 am–5 pm

+12154481200

Visit website

Philadelphia's Magic Gardens

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 77

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–6 pm

+12157330390

Visit website

Independence Hall

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 77

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+12159652305

Visit website

Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 77

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: Closed

+12159233811

Visit website

Independence National Historical Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 77

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

+12159652305

Visit website

NEST Center City

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 77

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+14452232683

Visit website

MindEscape Escape Room Philadelphia

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 77

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 4–9:30 pm

+12154546159

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 18

5 decision points cluster between mile 20.4 and 76.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7
20.4 mi into trip | ~29m in

Take the exit toward PATP, I 476 Toll: Philadelphia, Scranton

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward PATP, I 476 Toll: Philadelphia, Scranton
8
62.3 mi into trip | ~1h 17m in

Take the exit toward I 76 East, I 76 West: Philadelphia, Valley Forge

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 16 Toward I 76 East, I 76 West: Philadelphia, Vall...
8
62.6 mi into trip | ~1h 17m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 76 East: Philadelphia

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Exit 16A Toward I 76 East: Philadelphia
8
75.6 mi into trip | ~1h 36m in | I 676; US 30 / Vine Street Expressway

Keep slight left at fork onto I 676; US 30 / Vine Street Expressway toward I 676 East, US 30 East: Central Philadelphia

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left / straight lanes. Toward I 676 East, US 30 East: Central Philadel...
9
76.5 mi into trip | ~1h 37m in

Keep slight right at fork toward 15th Street, Central Philadelphia

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward 15th Street, Central Philadelphia

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$12.77 one way

$25.53 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 27 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $13.98 $27.96
premium $4.93 $14.93 $29.87
diesel $5.61 $17.00 $34.00

Estimated Tolls: $6.15

Pennsylvania Turnpike (37.4 mi) $4.87
Lehigh Valley Thruway (18.3 mi) $1.28

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$13

Tolls

$6

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$44–$69

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 26.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 23.1 0 $8.08 $3.70
Efficient EV 19.3 0 $6.74 $3.08
EV Truck/SUV 30.8 0 $10.78 $4.93

Gas CO2

27 kg

EV CO2

9 kg (67% less)

This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026

Origin

Easton, PA

Afternoon in Easton on Sunday

Local time

1:35 PM

EDT

Current temp

49°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Philadelphia, PA

Afternoon in Philadelphia on Sunday

Local time

1:35 PM

EDT

Current temp

49°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

1h 39m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a highway-focused drive for most of this 77-mile route, with 70% of the journey utilizing high-speed roads like the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and the Schuylkill Expressway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you’ll encounter is 37.4 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, allowing for a solid period of consistent driving. While primarily highway, the Lehigh Valley Thruway also plays a role, offering a slightly different, though still fast-paced, driving experience. This route is designed for efficiency rather than leisurely sightseeing.

70% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 37.4 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and Lehigh Valley Thruway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 20.4 miles in.

Driving Effort 10/10

Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 77 miles you will encounter 18 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 20.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 62.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 62.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Easton, PA and Philadelphia, PA, road signs point toward Patp, Scranton and Valley Forge.

Patp

20.4 mi in | ~29m

Scranton

20.4 mi in | ~29m

Valley Forge

62.3 mi in | ~1h 17m

About the Cities

Starting in Easton, PA

Full guide →

Easton is one of three cities, along with Allentown and Bethlehem, that are the urban population centers of the Lehigh Valley in eastern Pennsylvania. In the Lehigh Valley, Easton borders the Delaware River and Phillipsburg, New Jersey to its east and Bethlehem to its southwest. The city lies in the center of the highly populated Northeast megalopolis region of the U.S., 2 miles (3.2 km) west of the Skylands and New Jersey state line, 72 miles (116 km) west of New York City and 77 miles (124 km) north of Philadelphia.

Arriving in Philadelphia, PA

Full guide →

“City of Brotherly Love” · Founded 1682

Top landmarks

  • • Independence Hall — historic building in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
  • • Liberty Bell — bell in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA that serves as a symbol of American inde...
  • • Philadelphia Museum of Art — art museum in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 39m. Total distance: 77 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (70%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 37.4 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $6.15 in tolls one way, starting with Pennsylvania Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Philadelphia, PA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.

The main spots that need attention: at 20.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 62.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 62.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Philadelphia, PA before heading back.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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