Boston, Massachusetts to Philadelphia: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Boston, Massachusetts from Philadelphia?
The distance from Boston, Massachusetts to Philadelphia is 270.7 miles (435.6 km) as the crow flies. Philadelphia is located SW of Boston, Massachusetts. By car, the driving distance is approximately 304.8 miles, taking about 6h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States — Boston, Massachusetts in Massachusetts and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.
For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.
Coordinates come from public place data for Boston, Massachusetts and Philadelphia. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 90 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
- You could travel this distance about 92 times to circle the Earth's equator