Origin
Penn Wynne, PA
Morning in Penn Wynne on Tuesday
Local time
6:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Penn Wynne, PA to Philadelphia, PA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
17m
Distance
7.7 mi
12 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 16m
★
6 AM
0h 17m
8 AM
0h 20m
10 AM
0h 18m
12 PM
0h 18m
3 PM
0h 18m
5 PM
0h 20m
8 PM
0h 16m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Penn Wynne, PA
Michael Taccetta
Philadelphia, PA
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Traveling from Penn Wynne to Philadelphia is a quick, straightforward journey covering just 7.9 miles. You can expect to spend about 24 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. With a fuel budget of only $1, it is an incredibly cost-effective route within the Northeast region. Because the origin and destination are both located in Pennsylvania, you will remain within the same familiar regional landscape throughout the entire drive. This transit is best suited for those looking to reach the city quickly without the need for overnight accommodations or complex logistics.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Lansdowne Avenue | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| Schuylkill Expressway | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| West Girard Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| Vine Street Expressway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Haverford Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Lancaster Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Haverford Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| North 15th Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Lansdowne Avenue
— 1.7 mi, about 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Penn Wynne, PA and Philadelphia, PA.
1
Start on Drayton Lane
152 ft
·
11 sec
·
Drayton Lane
2
Turn left onto Haverford Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Haverford Road
3
Continue on Haverford Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Haverford Avenue
Use the straight lane.
4
Turn left onto Lansdowne Avenue
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Lansdowne Avenue
Use the left lane.
5
Merge onto US 30; US 1 Alternate Truck
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Lancaster Avenue
6
Turn left onto US 30; US 1 Alternate Truck
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
West Girard Avenue
7
Keep slight right at fork onto US 30; US 1 Alternate Truck
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Girard Avenue
8
Keep slight left at fork onto US 30
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
West Girard Avenue
9
Take the exit onto US 30
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
US 30
Toward I 76 East, US 30 East: Central Philadelphia
10
Merge onto I 76
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Schuylkill Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
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.
12
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Toward Central Philadelphia
Use the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight right at fork
313 ft
·
11 sec
Toward 15th Street, Central Philadelphia
Use the slight right lane.
14
Turn right onto North 15th Street
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
North 15th Street
Use the right lane.
15
Turn slight left onto PA 611
379 ft
·
8 sec
·
South Penn Square
16
Keep slight left at fork onto South Penn Square
167 ft
·
2 sec
·
South Penn Square
17
Arrive at destination
South Penn Square
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 1.3 and 7.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.3 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
Lansdowne Avenue
Turn left onto Lansdowne Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
4.6 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
US 30
Take the exit onto US 30 toward I 76 East, US 30 East: Central Philadelphia
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 76 East, US 30 East: Central Philadelp...
8
6.2 mi into trip
|
~14m 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
7 mi into trip
|
~15m 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
7.1 mi into trip
|
~16m 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
$1.28 one way
$2.55 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $1.40 | $2.80 |
| premium | $4.93 | $1.49 | $2.99 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.70 | $3.40 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.7 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 | 2.3 | 0 | $0.81 | $0.37 |
| Efficient EV | 1.9 | 0 | $0.67 | $0.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.1 | 0 | $1.08 | $0.49 |
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
Morning in Philadelphia on Tuesday
Local time
6:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
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
17 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
17m 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 turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise. Since this route features zero highway miles, your experience will be defined by navigating local roads and intersections. You won't encounter any long, uninterrupted stretches of road, so stay alert for changing traffic patterns and turning requirements. The personality of this trip is purely urban and suburban, requiring your full attention as you transition from the residential feel of Penn Wynne into the heart of Philadelphia. It is a practical, no-frills commute that keeps you off the major highways entirely.
31% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 1.7 mi on Lansdowne Avenue.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
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 around 1.3 miles in near Lansdowne Avenue.
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 7.7 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 17m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.3 miles (Lansdowne Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.6 miles (US 30): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.2 miles (I 676; US 30 / Vine Street Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
About the Cities
Starting in Penn Wynne, PA
Full guide →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 17m. Total distance: 7.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (31%). 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 1.7 miles on Lansdowne Avenue. 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 1.3 miles (Lansdowne Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.6 miles (US 30): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.2 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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