Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 11m
Distance
45.9 mi
74 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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New Berlinville, PA
Michael Taccetta
This 45.9-mile drive from Philadelphia to New Berlinville, PA, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 11 minutes. It's a perfect candidate for a day trip, with no need to break it up or plan an overnight stay. You'll primarily be on the Schuylkill Expressway and Pottstown Expressway, making it a highway-focused journey. With an estimated fuel cost of around $8, it's an economical option for getting from the Northeast region of Pennsylvania to another part of the same region. The overall feel is practical and efficient, ideal for when you need to get from point A to point B without much fuss.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Schuylkill Expressway | 16.4 mi | 22m |
| Pottstown Expressway | 11.3 mi | 15m |
| Swamp Pike | 7.5 mi | 14m |
| County Line Expressway | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| North Lewis Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Pottstown Pike | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| East Philadelphia Avenue | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Vine Street Expressway | 1 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Philadelphia, PA and New Berlinville, PA.
Start on South Penn Square
Keep slight left at fork onto PA 611
Continue on John F. Kennedy Boulevard
Turn right onto North 16th Street
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 676; US 30
Merge onto I 76; US 30
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight right at fork
Keep slight right at fork
Keep slight left at fork
Continue on US 422
Continue on US 422
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn slight right onto North Lewis Road
Continue on Swamp Pike
Enter roundabout onto Swamp Pike
Continue on Swamp Pike
Turn straight onto PA 73
Take the ramp
Merge onto PA 100
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn straight onto Montgomery Avenue
Turn right onto Henry Avenue
Turn right onto Landis Lane
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 23 miles from Philadelphia, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 18.4 and 33.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the exit toward US 202, US 422 West: King of Prussia, West Chester, Pottstown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward US 202 South, US 422 West: Mall Boulevard, West Chester, Pottstown, Swedesford Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward US 202 South, US 422 West: West Chester, Pottstown, Swedesford Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward US 422: Pottstown, Swedesford Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward Limerick
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$7.61 one way
$15.22 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $8.33 | $16.67 |
| premium | $4.93 | $8.90 | $17.80 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.13 | $20.27 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.82 | $2.20 |
| Efficient EV | 11.5 | 0 | $4.02 | $1.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.4 | 0 | $6.43 | $2.94 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Philadelphia on Sunday
Local time
1:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
92°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Afternoon in New Berlinville on Sunday
Local time
1:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
68°F
Wayne, PA
23 mi in
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Expect a highway-focused experience for about 67% of this 45.9-mile route. You'll spend a good portion of your time on major arteries like the Schuylkill Expressway and Pottstown Expressway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 16.4 miles on the Schuylkill Expressway, offering a consistent pace. While the primary focus is on these expressways, the route also incorporates Swamp Pike, suggesting a transition to more local road characteristics as you approach your destination. This mix provides a driving experience that balances efficiency with a touch of local flavor.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Schuylkill Expressway and Pottstown Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 18.4 miles in.
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 45.9 miles you will encounter 20 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 18.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Philadelphia, PA and New Berlinville, PA, road signs point toward Chester, Pottstown, Linfield and Limerick.
Chester
Pottstown
Linfield
Limerick
“City of Brotherly Love” · Founded 1682
Top landmarks
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 11m. Total distance: 45.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 11m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (67%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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