Cape Cod to Philadelphia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

280.8 miles 451.9 km · straight line
346.5 miles actual route 557.7 km · driving distance
7h 27min estimated drive time
$33 - $41 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
247° WSW bearing direction

How far is Cape Cod from Philadelphia?

The distance from Cape Cod to Philadelphia is 280.8 miles (451.9 km) as the crow flies. Philadelphia is located WSW of Cape Cod. By car, the driving distance is approximately 346.5 miles, taking about 7h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Cape Cod 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 Cape Cod 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 Cape Cod to Philadelphia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 27min $33 - $41 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 56min $28–$52* Budget
Train ~7h 5min $42–$121* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cape Cod & Philadelphia

Quick Facts

Cape Cod
41.67°N, 70.30°W
America/New_York
10m 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 94 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 88.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM