Origin
Norwood, PA
Late night in Norwood on Sunday
Local time
3:31 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Norwood, 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
24m
Distance
10 mi
16 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 22m
★
6 AM
0h 24m
8 AM
0h 29m
10 AM
0h 26m
12 PM
0h 26m
3 PM
0h 26m
5 PM
0h 28m
8 PM
0h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Norwood, PA
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Philadelphia, PA
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Trip Overview
If you are traveling from Norwood to Philadelphia, you are looking at a quick 13.5-mile journey that typically takes about 24 minutes. Because this is a local trip within the Northeast, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stay. You will navigate primarily via Chester Pike, South Macdade Boulevard, and West Cobbs Creek Parkway, keeping your fuel budget minimal at roughly $2. This route is designed for efficiency rather than sightseeing, making it ideal for commuters or those heading into the city for a brief visit. Since there are no required stops, you have the flexibility to head out whenever your schedule permits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Chester Pike | 2.4 mi | 5m |
| South Macdade Boulevard | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Grays Ferry Avenue | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| South 16th Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| Greenway Avenue | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Washington Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Kingsessing Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| South 65th Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Chester Pike
— 2.4 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Norwood, PA and Philadelphia, PA.
1
Start on Welcome Avenue
0.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Welcome Avenue
2
At end of road, turn left onto US 13
2.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Chester Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Continue on US 13
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
South Macdade Boulevard
4
Turn right onto West Cobbs Creek Parkway
183 ft
·
7 sec
·
West Cobbs Creek Parkway
5
Keep slight left at fork onto West Cobbs Creek Parkway
257 ft
·
7 sec
·
West Cobbs Creek Parkway
6
Continue on South 65th Street
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
South 65th Street
7
Turn left onto Chester Avenue
166 ft
·
7 sec
·
Chester Avenue
8
Turn right onto South 65th Street
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
South 65th Street
9
Turn left onto Kingsessing Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Kingsessing Avenue
10
Turn right onto South 58th Street
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
South 58th Street
11
Turn left onto Greenway Avenue
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Greenway Avenue
12
Continue on South 48th Street
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
South 48th Street
13
Turn left onto Grays Ferry Avenue
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Grays Ferry Avenue
14
Turn right onto Washington Avenue
262 ft
·
4 sec
·
Washington Avenue
15
Keep slight right at fork onto Washington Avenue
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Washington Avenue
16
Turn left onto South 16th Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
South 16th Street
17
Turn right onto PA 3
463 ft
·
19 sec
·
Market Street
Use the right lane.
18
Turn right onto PA 611
85 ft
·
1 sec
·
South 15th Street
Use the right lane.
19
Turn slight left onto PA 611
379 ft
·
8 sec
·
South Penn Square
20
Keep slight left at fork onto South Penn Square
167 ft
·
2 sec
·
South Penn Square
21
Arrive at destination
South Penn Square
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 135 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 9.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
0.2 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 13 / Chester Pike
At end of road, turn left onto US 13 / Chester Pike
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
4.2 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
West Cobbs Creek Parkway
Keep slight left at fork onto West Cobbs Creek Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
4.5 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
South 65th Street
Turn right onto South 65th Street
Navigation decision point
6
9.8 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
PA 3 / Market Street
Turn right onto PA 3 / Market Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
9.9 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
PA 611 / South 15th Street
Turn right onto PA 611 / South 15th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.66 one way
$3.32 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $1.82 | $3.63 |
| premium | $4.93 | $1.94 | $3.88 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.21 | $4.42 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3 | 0 | $1.05 | $0.48 |
| Efficient EV | 2.5 | 0 | $0.88 | $0.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4 | 0 | $1.40 | $0.64 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
3:31 AM
EDT
Current temp
88°F
Mostly Sunny
SW 15 mph
11% 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
13 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
24m 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 experience, as this route features zero highway miles. You will spend your time navigating through local thoroughfares, meaning there is no single long, uninterrupted stretch of road to cruise on. Because the entire 13.5-mile path relies on surface streets, you should prepare for a consistent series of turns and traffic interactions. Behind the wheel, this feels like a standard urban connection where you remain engaged with your surroundings at every intersection. It is a practical, utilitarian drive that keeps you moving through the local Northeast landscape from start to finish.
Only 1% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 2.4 mi on Chester Pike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near US 13 / Chester Pike.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 10 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 24m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (US 13 / Chester Pike): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.2 miles (West Cobbs Creek Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 4.5 miles (South 65th Street): Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
94 ft
22 ft
Total Climb
108 ft
Total Descent
152 ft
Highest Point
94 ft
~0.7 mi in
Elevation Range
72 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 24m. Total distance: 10 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 2.4 miles on Chester Pike. 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 0.2 miles (US 13 / Chester Pike): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.2 miles (West Cobbs Creek Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 4.5 miles (South 65th Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes — Independence National Historical Park, Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial and First State 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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