Origin
Philadelphia, PA
Morning in Philadelphia on Sunday
Local time
10:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Philadelphia, PA to Conshohocken, 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
15.2 mi
25 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 23m
★
6 AM
0h 25m
8 AM
0h 29m
10 AM
0h 26m
12 PM
0h 26m
3 PM
0h 26m
5 PM
0h 29m
8 PM
0h 23m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Philadelphia, PA
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Conshohocken, PA
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transition from Philadelphia to Conshohocken, this 15.2-mile journey is a straightforward commute. You can expect the drive to take approximately 24 minutes under normal conditions, making it an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. With a fuel cost of just $2, it is an incredibly budget-friendly outing within the Northeast region. Since both cities are located in Pennsylvania, the trip remains entirely local, allowing you to bypass the complexities of long-distance travel. It serves as a practical connection between two points in the state, offering a simple transition for your schedule.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Schuylkill Expressway | 11.8 mi | 16m |
| Vine Street Expressway | 1 mi | 1m |
| Fayette Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| North 16th Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| John F. Kennedy Boulevard | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East Penn Square | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Penn Square | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Matsonford Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Schuylkill Expressway
— 11.8 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Philadelphia, PA and Conshohocken, PA.
1
Start on South Penn Square
397 ft
·
8 sec
·
South Penn Square
2
Keep slight left at fork onto PA 611
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
East Penn Square
Use the straight lane.
3
Continue on John F. Kennedy Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
John F. Kennedy Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
4
Turn right onto North 16th Street
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
North 16th Street
Use the right lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 676 West, US 30 West: International Airport, Valley Forge
Use the right lane.
6
Merge onto I 676; US 30
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Vine Street Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 76; US 30
12 mi
·
16 min
·
Schuylkill Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 332
Toward PA 23: Conshohocken
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn straight onto Matsonford Road
381 ft
·
11 sec
·
Matsonford Road
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on Fayette Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Fayette Street
Use the straight lane.
11
Turn left onto West 7th Avenue
161 ft
·
9 sec
·
West 7th Avenue
12
Turn right
83 ft
·
6 sec
13
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 13.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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PA 611 / East Penn Square
Keep slight left at fork onto PA 611 / East Penn Square
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
0.8 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the ramp toward I 676 West, US 30 West: International Airport, Valley Forge
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward I 676 West, US 30 West: International Ai...
5
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
I 676; US 30 / Vine Street Expressway
Merge onto I 676; US 30 / Vine Street Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
2 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
I 76; US 30 / Schuylkill Expressway
Merge onto I 76; US 30 / Schuylkill Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
13.9 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Take the exit toward PA 23: Conshohocken
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 332
Toward PA 23: Conshohocken
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.52 one way
$5.04 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $2.76 | $5.52 |
| premium | $4.93 | $2.95 | $5.90 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.36 | $6.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.60 | $0.73 |
| Efficient EV | 3.8 | 0 | $1.33 | $0.61 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.1 | 0 | $2.13 | $0.97 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Conshohocken, PA
Morning in Conshohocken on Sunday
Local time
10:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°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
3 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
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 monotonous highway experience, as this route contains no highway segments. You will navigate local roads for the entire 15.2-mile distance, requiring your full attention behind the wheel. Because the road is composed entirely of local streets, there is no single long, uninterrupted stretch to settle into. You should prepare for a series of turns as you move between these two locations. The personality of this drive is functional and urban, prioritizing local navigation over high-speed transit.
85% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 11.8 mi on Schuylkill Expressway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Schuylkill Expressway and Vine Street Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near PA 611 / East Penn Square.
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 10 decision points packed into just 15.2 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 0.1 miles (PA 611 / East Penn Square): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 0.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1 miles (I 676; US 30 / Vine Street Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Philadelphia, PA to Conshohocken, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Valley Forge along the way.
Valley Forge
0.8 mi in
|
~1m
About the Cities
Starting 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
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 24m. Total distance: 15.2 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.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 11.8 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 Conshohocken, 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 0.1 miles (PA 611 / East Penn Square): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 0.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1 miles (I 676; US 30 / Vine Street Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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 Conshohocken, 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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