Origin
Green Tree, PA
Late night in Green Tree on Sunday
Local time
3:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Green Tree, 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
38m
Distance
25 mi
40 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 35m
★
6 AM
0h 38m
8 AM
0h 44m
10 AM
0h 40m
12 PM
0h 40m
3 PM
0h 41m
5 PM
0h 44m
8 PM
0h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Green Tree, PA
Nothing Ahead
Philadelphia, PA
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Trip Overview
Spanning just 25 miles across the Northeast, this quick trip from Green Tree to Philadelphia is a straightforward journey you can easily complete in about 38 minutes. Because the duration is so short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion without the need for an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $4 for fuel to cover the distance, making this an incredibly cost-effective commute. Since the drive remains entirely within Pennsylvania, you won't experience major shifts in regional geography or climate. Consider this a practical, no-fuss connection between two points that allows for maximum flexibility in your scheduling. Whether you are heading out for business or a quick visit, the brevity of this route makes it a simple addition to your travel plans.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Schuylkill Expressway | 16.4 mi | 23m |
| US 202 | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Bear Hill Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Vine Street Expressway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| West Swedesford Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Paoli Pike | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| West Lancaster Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| North 15th Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Schuylkill Expressway
— 16.4 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Green Tree, PA and Philadelphia, PA.
1
Start on Paoli Pike
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Paoli Pike
2
Merge onto US 30
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Lancaster Avenue
3
Turn left onto PA 252
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Bear Hill Road
4
Continue on PA 252
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West Swedesford Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
Toward US 202 North: King of Prussia
6
Merge onto US 202
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
US 202
7
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
Toward I 76 East: Philadelphia, Devon Park Drive
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork
1.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 76 East: Philadelphia
9
Merge onto I 76
16 mi
·
23 min
·
Schuylkill Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
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.
11
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Toward Central Philadelphia
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork
313 ft
·
11 sec
Toward 15th Street, Central Philadelphia
Use the slight right lane.
13
Turn right onto North 15th Street
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
North 15th Street
Use the right lane.
14
Turn slight left onto PA 611
379 ft
·
8 sec
·
South Penn Square
15
Keep slight left at fork onto South Penn Square
167 ft
·
2 sec
·
South Penn Square
16
Arrive at destination
South Penn Square
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 5.7 and 24.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
5.7 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the exit toward I 76 East: Philadelphia, Devon Park Drive
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 76 East: Philadelphia, Devon Park Driv...
5
5.8 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 76 East: Philadelphia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 76 East: Philadelphia
8
23.5 mi into trip
|
~35m 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...
6
24.3 mi into trip
|
~36m in
Take the exit toward Central Philadelphia
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Central Philadelphia
9
24.5 mi into trip
|
~36m 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
$4.14 one way
$8.29 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $4.54 | $9.08 |
| premium | $4.93 | $4.85 | $9.70 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.52 | $11.04 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.63 | $1.20 |
| Efficient EV | 6.3 | 0 | $2.19 | $1.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10 | 0 | $3.50 | $1.60 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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.
Destination
Philadelphia, PA
Late night in Philadelphia on Sunday
Local time
3:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Mostly Cloudy
NE 5 mph
5% chance
Live forecast
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
6 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
38m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as this route currently features no highway travel. Without any major highway stretches, you will spend the entire 38 minutes navigating surface roads and local infrastructure. This layout creates a hands-on driving experience that demands your full attention, especially when maneuvering through local turns. Because there is no long-distance highway component, the character of the road remains consistent from start to finish. Be prepared for a more technical drive than a standard motorway trip, as the lack of highway miles means your pace will be dictated by local traffic patterns and intersection flow.
78% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 16.4 mi on Schuylkill Expressway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Schuylkill Expressway and US 202. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.7 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 12 decision points packed into just 25 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 38m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 5.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 23.5 miles (I 676; US 30 / Vine Street Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 38m. Total distance: 25 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
38m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (78%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 16.4 miles on Schuylkill Expressway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 5.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 23.5 miles (I 676; US 30 / Vine Street Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Independence National Historical Park, Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial and Valley Forge National Historical Park (4 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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