Germantown, Maryland to Philadelphia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

124.5 miles 200.3 km · straight line
148.3 miles actual route 238.6 km · driving distance
3h 10min estimated drive time
$14 - $18 estimated fuel cost
~45min flight time
64° ENE bearing direction

How far is Germantown, Maryland from Philadelphia?

The distance from Germantown, Maryland to Philadelphia is 124.5 miles (200.3 km) as the crow flies. Philadelphia is located ENE of Germantown, Maryland. By car, the driving distance is approximately 148.3 miles, taking about 3h 10min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. Both are located in United States — Germantown, Maryland 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 Germantown, Maryland 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 Germantown, Maryland to Philadelphia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 10min $14 - $18 Flexible stops
Fly ~45min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 48min $12–$22* Budget
Train ~3h 1min $18–$52* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Germantown, Maryland & Philadelphia

Quick Facts

Germantown, Maryland
39.17°N, 77.27°W
America/New_York
134m 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 42 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 200.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM