Hartford to Philadelphia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

180.7 miles 290.8 km · straight line
206.7 miles actual route 332.7 km · driving distance
4h 29min estimated drive time
$20 - $24 estimated fuel cost
~52min flight time
227° SW bearing direction

How far is Hartford from Philadelphia?

The distance from Hartford to Philadelphia is 180.7 miles (290.8 km) as the crow flies. Philadelphia is located SW of Hartford. By car, the driving distance is approximately 206.7 miles, taking about 4h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 52min. Both are located in United States — Hartford in Connecticut 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. 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 Hartford 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 Hartford to Philadelphia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 29min $20 - $24 Flexible stops
Fly ~52min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 23min $17–$31* Budget
Train ~4h 16min $25–$72* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hartford & Philadelphia

Quick Facts

Hartford
41.77°N, 72.67°W
America/New_York
18m elevation
Philadelphia
39.95°N, 75.17°W
America/New_York
12m elevation
Explore more routes from Philadelphia

Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 60 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 15 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 137.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM