Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
45m
Distance
31.8 mi
51 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Yardley, PA
Haneul Trac
Philadelphia, PA
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This straightforward 31.8-mile drive from Yardley, PA, to Philadelphia, PA, is designed for efficiency, taking an estimated 45 minutes. Primarily a highway-focused journey, you'll spend about 91% of your time on major expressways, making it an ideal day trip. The estimated fuel cost is around $5, reflecting its short distance. As you travel within the Northeast region of Pennsylvania, this route is best suited for those looking to get from point A to point B with minimal fuss. You can easily complete this trip in a single day, allowing for ample time to explore your destination upon arrival.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Delaware Expressway | 28.1 mi | 38m |
| Vine Street Expressway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Taylorsville Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| North 15th Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| North Main Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Riverview Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Penn Square | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Jervue Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Yardley, PA and Philadelphia, PA.
Start on Riverview Avenue
Turn right onto Jervue Drive
Turn left onto North Main Street
Continue on Taylorsville Road
Continue on Taylorsville Road
Turn left
Merge onto I 295
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Continue on Vine Street Expressway
Take the exit
Continue on North 15th Street
Turn slight left onto PA 611
Keep slight left at fork onto South Penn Square
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 31.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 15.9 miles from Yardley, 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 0.2 and 31 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto North Main Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left toward I 295 West: Philadelphia
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 676, US 30: Central Philadelphia, Independence Hall, Callowhill Street
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 I 676 West, US 30 West: Central Philadelphia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward PA 611: Broad Street, Central Philadelphia
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$5.27 one way
$10.54 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $5.77 | $11.55 |
| premium | $4.93 | $6.17 | $12.33 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.02 | $14.04 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.34 | $1.53 |
| Efficient EV | 8 | 0 | $2.78 | $1.27 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.7 | 0 | $4.45 | $2.04 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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 Yardley on Sunday
Local time
1:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Mostly Cloudy
Destination
Afternoon in Philadelphia on Sunday
Local time
1:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Mostly Cloudy
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 the majority of this 31.8-mile trip, with 91% of the drive on expressways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 28.1 miles on the Delaware Expressway, indicating a consistent, fast-paced journey. You'll navigate using major arteries like the Delaware Expressway and the Vine Street Expressway, suggesting a predominantly urban or suburban driving environment. While this route prioritizes speed and directness over scenic detours, its highway-centric nature ensures a predictable and relatively smooth ride.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Delaware 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 0.2 miles in near North Main Street.
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 8 decision points packed into just 31.8 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 45m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 29.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
On the drive from Yardley, PA to Philadelphia, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Independence Hall along the way.
Independence Hall
Yardley is a borough in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. There are many things to do even though it is small and the attractions are a few car rides away. The area is friendly and safe with a lot of historical sites to visit. There is little congestion on the streets and is very quiet. It is known for a good school district and a reputation for welcoming visitors to the community.
“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 45m. Total distance: 31.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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