Boston, Massachusetts to Philadelphia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

270.7 miles 435.6 km · straight line
304.8 miles actual route 490.6 km · driving distance
6h 28min estimated drive time
$29 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~1h 3min flight time
233° SW bearing direction

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.

How to Get from Boston, Massachusetts to Philadelphia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 28min $29 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 46min $24–$46* Budget
Train ~6h 9min $37–$107* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Boston, Massachusetts & Philadelphia

Quick Facts

Boston, Massachusetts
42.36°N, 71.06°W
America/New_York
43m elevation
Philadelphia
39.95°N, 75.17°W
America/New_York
12m elevation
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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
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM