Frederick to Philadelphia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Frederick from Philadelphia?

The distance from Frederick to Philadelphia is 125 miles (201.2 km) as the crow flies. Philadelphia is located ENE of Frederick. By car, the driving distance is approximately 149.7 miles, taking about 3h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. Both are located in United States — Frederick in Maryland 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. 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 Frederick 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.