Origin
Lansdale, PA
Morning in Lansdale on Sunday
Local time
10:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lansdale, 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
43m
Distance
24.3 mi
39 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 40m
★
6 AM
0h 44m
8 AM
0h 51m
10 AM
0h 46m
12 PM
0h 46m
3 PM
0h 47m
5 PM
0h 51m
8 PM
0h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lansdale, PA
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Philadelphia, PA
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Lansdale to Philadelphia is a straightforward 33.7-mile journey that typically takes about 44 minutes. Because the entire trip stays within the Northeast region of Pennsylvania, it functions perfectly as a quick day trip rather than an overnight excursion. You won't need to budget much for your commute, as the estimated fuel cost is only $5. By sticking to local roads instead of interstates, you avoid the highway system entirely. This route is ideal if you prefer a direct, local connection between these two points without the complexity of long-distance planning.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Fort Washington Expressway | 9 mi | 12m |
| Ogontz Avenue | 3.7 mi | 6m |
| West Welsh Road | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| North 12th Street | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| East Main Street | 1.4 mi | 3m |
| Old York Road | 1.2 mi | 3m |
| Fort Washington Fort Washington Expressway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Germantown Avenue | 0.8 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Fort Washington Expressway
— 9 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lansdale, PA and Philadelphia, PA.
1
Start on South Broad Street
21 ft
·
4 sec
·
South Broad Street
2
Turn right onto PA 63
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
East Main Street
3
Continue on PA 63
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
West Welsh Road
Use the left lane.
4
Turn right onto PA 309
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
Bethlehem Pike
Use the right lane.
5
Continue on PA 309
6.7 mi
·
9 min
·
Fort Washington Expressway
6
Continue on PA 309
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Fort Washington Fort Washington Expressway
7
Continue on PA 309
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Fort Washington Expressway
8
Continue on PA 309
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
Limekiln Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Continue on PA 309
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Ogontz Avenue
Use the left lane.
10
Continue on Belfield Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Belfield Avenue
11
Turn right onto Old York Road
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Old York Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Turn slight right onto Rising Sun Avenue
185 ft
·
7 sec
·
Rising Sun Avenue
13
Turn left onto Germantown Avenue
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Germantown Avenue
14
Turn right onto West Lehigh Avenue
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
West Lehigh Avenue
15
Turn left onto North 12th Street
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
North 12th Street
16
Turn right onto Callowhill Street
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Callowhill Street
17
Turn left onto PA 611
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
·
North Broad Street
18
Turn slight right onto PA 611
49 ft
·
0 sec
·
John F. Kennedy Boulevard
Use the right lane.
19
Turn left onto PA 611
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
North 15th Street
Use the left lane.
20
Turn slight left onto PA 611
379 ft
·
8 sec
·
South Penn Square
21
Keep slight left at fork onto South Penn Square
167 ft
·
2 sec
·
South Penn Square
22
Arrive at destination
South Penn Square
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 24.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
PA 63 / East Main Street
Turn right onto PA 63 / East Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
4 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
PA 309 / Bethlehem Pike
Turn right onto PA 309 / Bethlehem Pike
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
4
18.8 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
Old York Road
Turn right onto Old York Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
24.1 mi into trip
|
~43m in
|
PA 611 / North 15th Street
Turn left onto PA 611 / North 15th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
24.3 mi into trip
|
~43m in
|
South Penn Square
Keep slight left at fork onto South Penn Square
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.03 one way
$8.06 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $4.41 | $8.82 |
| premium | $4.93 | $4.71 | $9.43 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.37 | $10.73 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.5 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 | 7.3 | 0 | $2.55 | $1.17 |
| Efficient EV | 6.1 | 0 | $2.13 | $0.97 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.7 | 0 | $3.40 | $1.56 |
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
Morning in Philadelphia on Sunday
Local time
10:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Mostly Cloudy
S 5 to 10 mph
2% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 13 at 5:13AM EDT by NWS State College PA
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
10 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
43m 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 that demands your full attention behind the wheel. You will navigate through local thoroughfares like East Main Street, West Welsh Road, and Bethlehem Pike, which account for 100% of your travel time. Since there is zero highway share, the experience is defined by frequent intersections and traffic signals rather than sustained high-speed cruising. The road lacks long, uninterrupted stretches, requiring a steady pace as you transition from the suburban feel of Lansdale into the heart of Philadelphia. It is a practical, utilitarian drive that keeps you off the major expressways.
40% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 9 mi on Fort Washington Expressway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near PA 63 / East Main Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 24.3 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 43m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (PA 63 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 4 miles (PA 309 / Bethlehem Pike): Lane positioning matters here; at 18.8 miles (Old York Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
441 ft
45 ft
Total Climb
258 ft
Total Descent
571 ft
Highest Point
441 ft
~1.7 mi in
Elevation Range
397 ft
About the Cities
Starting in Lansdale, PA
Full guide →Lansdale is a town of 16,000 people in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. This article also covers the nearby communities of North Wales, Souderton, Kulpsville, Harleysville, Doylestown, and Montgomeryville.
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 43m. Total distance: 24.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (40%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 9 miles on Fort Washington 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: near the start (PA 63 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 4 miles (PA 309 / Bethlehem Pike): Lane positioning matters here; at 18.8 miles (Old York Road): Lane positioning matters here.
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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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