Edison to Philadelphia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

55.7 miles 89.7 km · straight line
65.9 miles actual route 106.1 km · driving distance
1h 26min estimated drive time
$6 - $8 estimated fuel cost
~37min flight time · usually no direct flights
226° SW bearing direction

How far is Edison from Philadelphia?

The distance from Edison to Philadelphia is 55.7 miles (89.7 km) as the crow flies. Philadelphia is located SW of Edison. By car, the driving distance is approximately 65.9 miles, taking about 1h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 37min. Both are located in United States — Edison in New Jersey and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Edison 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 Edison to Philadelphia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 26min $6 - $8 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 43min $5–$10* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Edison & Philadelphia

Quick Facts

Edison
40.52°N, 74.41°W
America/New_York
27m 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 19 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 5 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 446.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM