Colonial Heights to Philadelphia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

221.5 miles 356.4 km · straight line
265.1 miles actual route 426.7 km · driving distance
5h 33min estimated drive time
$26 - $31 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
32° NNE bearing direction

How far is Colonial Heights from Philadelphia?

The distance from Colonial Heights to Philadelphia is 221.5 miles (356.4 km) as the crow flies. Philadelphia is located NNE of Colonial Heights. By car, the driving distance is approximately 265.1 miles, taking about 5h 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Colonial Heights 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 Colonial Heights 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 Colonial Heights to Philadelphia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 33min $26 - $31 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 40min $21–$40* Budget
Train ~5h 16min $32–$93* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Colonial Heights & Philadelphia

Quick Facts

Colonial Heights
37.27°N, 77.41°W
America/New_York
29m 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 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 112.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM