Origin
Willow Grove, PA
Morning in Willow Grove on Sunday
Local time
10:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Willow Grove, 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
32m
Distance
15.3 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 30m
★
6 AM
0h 33m
8 AM
0h 39m
10 AM
0h 35m
12 PM
0h 34m
3 PM
0h 35m
5 PM
0h 38m
8 PM
0h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Willow Grove, PA
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Philadelphia, PA
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Willow Grove to Philadelphia, you are looking at a 29.7-mile journey that typically takes about 45 minutes. This trek stays entirely within Pennsylvania and remains within the Northeast region, making it a straightforward day trip that requires no overnight stops. Budgeting approximately $5 for fuel is more than enough for this quick commute. Because the route relies on local roads rather than major interstates, it serves as a practical option for those who prefer to avoid high-speed traffic. Given the short duration, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Old York Road | 4.5 mi | 10m |
| Ogontz Avenue | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| Washington Lane | 2.4 mi | 5m |
| North 12th Street | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| Germantown Avenue | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Belfield Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| North Broad Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| West Moreland Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Old York Road
— 4.5 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Willow Grove, PA and Philadelphia, PA.
1
Start on this road
31 ft
·
2 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto PA 611
201 ft
·
17 sec
·
Easton Road
3
Continue on Easton Road
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Easton Road
4
Turn left onto PA 63
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
West Moreland Road
Use the left lane.
5
Turn right onto PA 611
3.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Old York Road
6
Turn straight onto Washington Lane
2.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Washington Lane
7
Turn left onto Ogontz Avenue
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Ogontz Avenue
Use the left lane.
8
Continue on Belfield Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Belfield Avenue
9
Turn right onto Old York Road
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Old York Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Turn slight right onto Rising Sun Avenue
185 ft
·
7 sec
·
Rising Sun Avenue
11
Turn left onto Germantown Avenue
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Germantown Avenue
12
Turn right onto West Lehigh Avenue
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
West Lehigh Avenue
13
Turn left onto North 12th Street
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
North 12th Street
14
Turn right onto Callowhill Street
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Callowhill Street
15
Turn left onto PA 611
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
·
North Broad Street
16
Turn slight right onto PA 611
49 ft
·
0 sec
·
John F. Kennedy Boulevard
Use the right lane.
17
Turn left onto PA 611
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
North 15th Street
Use the left lane.
18
Turn slight left onto PA 611
379 ft
·
8 sec
·
South Penn Square
19
Keep slight left at fork onto South Penn Square
167 ft
·
2 sec
·
South Penn Square
20
Arrive at destination
South Penn Square
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 15.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
PA 63 / West Moreland Road
Turn left onto PA 63 / West Moreland Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
6.2 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
Ogontz Avenue
Turn left onto Ogontz Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
9.9 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
Old York Road
Turn right onto Old York Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
15.1 mi into trip
|
~32m in
|
PA 611 / North 15th Street
Turn left onto PA 611 / North 15th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
15.3 mi into trip
|
~32m in
|
South Penn Square
Keep slight left at fork onto South Penn Square
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.54 one way
$5.07 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $2.78 | $5.56 |
| premium | $4.93 | $2.97 | $5.93 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.38 | $6.76 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.4 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 | $1.61 | $0.73 |
| Efficient EV | 3.8 | 0 | $1.34 | $0.61 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.1 | 0 | $2.14 | $0.98 |
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
Philadelphia, PA
Morning in Philadelphia on Sunday
Local time
10:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°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
20 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
32m 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, as this route features zero highway miles. You will navigate through local thoroughfares, specifically utilizing Easton Road, West Moreland Road, and Old York Road to reach your destination. Since the entire distance is covered on local roads, you will experience a constant flow of turns and intersections rather than long, monotonous stretches of pavement. This character makes the drive feel more like an urban navigation experience than a traditional road trip. Stay alert behind the wheel, as the technical nature of these local roads requires your full attention compared to a standard highway drive.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 4.5 mi on Old York Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near PA 63 / West Moreland Road.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 15.3 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.2 miles (PA 63 / West Moreland Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.2 miles (Ogontz Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.9 miles (Old York Road): Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting in Willow Grove, PA
Full guide →Willow Grove is a town in the Philadelphia Region of Pennsylvania approximately 12 miles north of Philadelphia. This article also covers the nearby communities of Horsham and Hatboro.
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 32m. Total distance: 15.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
32m 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 4.5 miles on Old York Road. 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 (PA 63 / West Moreland Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.2 miles (Ogontz Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.9 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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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