Franklin Square to Philadelphia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

94.2 miles 151.6 km · straight line
114.6 miles actual route 184.4 km · driving distance
2h 33min estimated drive time
$11 - $14 estimated fuel cost
~41min flight time · usually no direct flights
237° WSW bearing direction

How far is Franklin Square from Philadelphia?

The distance from Franklin Square to Philadelphia is 94.2 miles (151.6 km) as the crow flies. Philadelphia is located WSW of Franklin Square. By car, the driving distance is approximately 114.6 miles, taking about 2h 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 41min. Both are located in United States — Franklin Square in New York 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 Franklin Square 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 Franklin Square to Philadelphia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 33min $11 - $14 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 4min $9–$17* Budget
Train ~2h 25min $14–$40* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Franklin Square & Philadelphia

Quick Facts

Franklin Square
40.71°N, 73.68°W
America/New_York
20m 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 31 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 264.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM