Gloucester, Massachusetts to Philadelphia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

297.3 miles 478.5 km · straight line
340 miles actual route 547.1 km · driving distance
7h 12min estimated drive time
$33 - $40 estimated fuel cost
~1h 6min flight time
233° SW bearing direction

How far is Gloucester, Massachusetts from Philadelphia?

The distance from Gloucester, Massachusetts to Philadelphia is 297.3 miles (478.5 km) as the crow flies. Philadelphia is located SW of Gloucester, Massachusetts. By car, the driving distance is approximately 340 miles, taking about 7h 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 6min. Both are located in United States — Gloucester, Massachusetts in Massachusetts 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. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Gloucester, Massachusetts 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 Gloucester, Massachusetts to Philadelphia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 12min $33 - $40 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 6min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 38min $27–$51* Budget
Train ~6h 50min $41–$119* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Gloucester, Massachusetts & Philadelphia

Quick Facts

Gloucester, Massachusetts
42.61°N, 70.66°W
America/New_York
16m 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 99 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 25 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 83.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM