Charlottesville to Philadelphia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

222 miles 357.2 km · straight line
253.3 miles actual route 407.6 km · driving distance
5h 31min estimated drive time
$24 - $30 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
52° NE bearing direction

How far is Charlottesville from Philadelphia?

The distance from Charlottesville to Philadelphia is 222 miles (357.2 km) as the crow flies. Philadelphia is located NE of Charlottesville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 253.3 miles, taking about 5h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Charlottesville in Virginia 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Charlottesville 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 Charlottesville to Philadelphia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 31min $24 - $30 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 37min $20–$38* Budget
Train ~5h 14min $30–$89* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Charlottesville & Philadelphia

Quick Facts

Charlottesville
38.03°N, 78.48°W
America/New_York
142m 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 74 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 112.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM